Hello from long-lost Phillipa Seton. :-) Can someone tell me how long whole spices last? I have some that are at least 5 years old. Thanks a lot. Be well, Phillipa -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.394 / Virus Database: 268.10.7/410 - Release Date: 8/5/2006