how many years would one of these last?

The Mountain House Essential bucket has a 30 year shelf life.

No. Although certified GF by the GFCO I have tried various meals on different occasions with the same results. Although they are definitely tasty and super convenient for my extensive travels (I prep with my own dual voltage kettle pot), it would appear there is some wheat, barley and/or rye cross contamination occurring somewhere in the manufacturing process. Please understand that I really wanted these items to be an option for me hence the multiple attempts with consumption but I have been managing celiac disease long enough to recognize the symptoms associated with inadvertent ingestion.

how long will this store outside in unstable temperature?

Recommended storage is below 75 degrees. Temps above this can alter the taste of the food if stored for long periods of time.

Do you have kits with indivdual meals and not bulk meals per packets?

This bucket contains 12 individual pouches that contain 2 servings of each meal per pouch. It is not a bulk meal contained within

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🥾 Fuel your next adventure with flavor, convenience, and peace of mind!

LIGHTWEIGHT COMPACT DESIGN - At just 6.15 lbs and a portable bucket size, it’s your ideal companion for backpacking or emergency kits.
EFFORTLESS PREP ZERO CLEANUP - Just add hot water and enjoy a hearty meal in less than 10 minutes—perfect for busy trailblazers.
ADVENTURE READY MEAL ASSORTMENT - 12 gluten-free pouches delivering 4 days of breakfast, lunch, and dinner—fuel your journey without compromise.
CERTIFIED GLUTEN FREE NATURAL - No artificial flavors or colors, GFCO certified—because your health and taste buds deserve the best.
SUSTAINABLY PACKAGED FOR THE CONSCIOUS CAMPER - Recycle used pouches with TerraCycle and reduce your footprint while savoring every bite.

The Mountain House Essential Bucket offers 22 gluten-free freeze-dried servings across 12 pouches, including Beef Stew, Breakfast Skillet, Scrambled Eggs with Bacon, and Rice & Chicken. Designed for quick preparation—just add hot water and eat in under 10 minutes—this lightweight, compact bucket weighs 6.15 lbs and boasts a 30-year shelf life. Certified gluten-free and free from artificial flavors or colors, it’s perfect for backpacking, camping, or emergency food storage. Plus, its recyclable packaging supports sustainable outdoor living.

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Item weight	1.19 Kilograms
Item form	Freeze-Dried
Cuisine	American
Age range (description)	Adult
Size	Net Wt 41.8 oz (2.6 lbs)
Number of pieces	12
Allergen information	Contains: Milk, Eggs, Gluten Free
Speciality	Gluten Free
Unit count	41.8 gram
UPC	041133816632
Manufacturer	Mountain House
Product Dimensions	30.48 x 25.4 x 31.27 cm; 1.19 kg
Item model number	0081663A
Package Information	Bucket

Mountain House Essential Bucket | Freeze Dried Backpacking & Camping Food | 22 Servings | Gluten-Free

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