Knowing whether an egg is still good is easy if you use these simple checks:
1️⃣ The Float Test (Most Popular Method)
Fill a bowl or glass with cold water and gently place the egg inside.
🟢 Sinks & lays flat on its side → Very fresh
🟡 Sinks but stands upright → Still safe, but older (use soon)
🔴 Floats to the top → Throw it away
Why? As eggs age, air enters through the shell, making them more buoyant.
2️⃣ The Smell Test (Most Reliable)
Crack the egg into a bowl.
🟢 No smell → Safe
🔴 Strong sulfur or rotten smell → Bad
A bad egg smells very obvious — trust your nose.
3️⃣ Visual Check After Cracking
Look at the egg:
🟢 Firm yolk, thick white → Fresh
🟡 Slightly runny white → Older but usable
🔴 Discolored yolk, cloudy green/black tones → Discard
4️⃣ Check the Expiration Date
Eggs can often last 3–5 weeks in the fridge if stored properly (in their carton, not on the door).
How to Tell If An Egg Has Gone Bad!!
