Ocean Spray Craisins, Original, 12-Ounce Bag

Q: Why don't you sell bulk (25#), unsweetened cranberries? Seriously, people eat them

Great observation...we have access to an unsweetened 5# bulk pack. I will be pulling a sample to verify that it is truly a no-added sugar item before listing. If it meets these standards I will direct you to the amazon code. Thank you for your suggestion. (give me till Friday this week to verify) Coleman Supply

Q: Why do they need to add any extra sugar at all to this?

Because cranberries in their natural state are nasty. They're sour and bitter at the same time. (There's a reason that very few people eat plain fresh cranberries.) Therefore, there's very little market for unsweetened cranberry products. If you want a dried fruit that's sweet without added sugar, you're better off with raisins.

Q: Does the open bag of craisins need to be refrigerated? I bought the 48oz. size and need to know how to store them.

Hi there. No need to refrigerate. Zip up the craisins bag and I place in a zip lock freeezer bag and store in the pantry. Stay plump & fresh for weeks. Hope this helps.

Q: use by date? shelf life?

Ocean Spray Craisins Dried Cranberries have a best by date on the back of the bag in the bottom right-hand corner. They have a shelf-life of 1 year from the date of production and can be frozen for up to a year past expiration.