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Storing Sugars – Keeping Life Sweet -One Person for 3 Months Supply
Posted by Ola Griffin on Apr 16th 2025
Storing Sugars – Keeping Life Sweet for One Person Over 3 Months
As we dive into April, it's the perfect time to make sure your food storage includes a touch of sweetness. While beans and rice are essential staples, don’t overlook the comfort and versatility that sugar brings—whether it’s sweetening a cup of tea or giving flavor to plain oatmeal.
History reminds us how vital sugar can be—even during WWII, it was rationed. That’s why I’m making it a priority to have a solid sugar stash as part of my emergency supplies. It is also a great bargening item.
So, how much sugar should you store for one person for a three-month food-storage? You’ll want to plan for about 15 pounds total. And don’t limit yourself to just one type—there are several varieties worth including to keep things interesting and practical.
NEEDED (IN POUNDS) |
RECOMMENDED (BY ME) |
SUGAR |
10 lbs |
10 lbs - 12 lbs |
white sugar |
.75 lbs |
1 lbs to 2 lbs |
honey |
.75 lbs |
2 lbs |
brown sugar |
.25 lbs |
(I stored maple syrup) |
molasses |
.75 lbs |
(I stored maple syrup) |
corn syrup |
.75 lbs |
(3) 10 oz container of low sugar jams |
jams |
.25 lbs |
(6) containers of jello that offer 4 - 6 servings |
flavored jello |
1.5 lbs |
big variety of individually water additives. (1 - 2 per day) |
fruit drink mix |
15 lbs total |
Sweet Essentials for Your Food Storage
Whether you're prepping for long-term storage or just building a well-stocked pantry, having some sweet treats on hand makes all the difference. Here's how I like to store my favorite sweeteners for my emergency preparedness for 1 person for 3 months. Knowing I have this put away brings peace of mind and using our month to month plan you will quickly get your 3 month supply prepped and prepared for any emergency that may come your way. I am using the Combination Box Set 7 Mil Mylar Bags with OAP in Variety of Sizes
OTHER BLOGS
If you are just now getting started on this 1 Person 3 Month goal, here are the other blogs links in this series.
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January - January - Grains - 1-person-3-months-grains
February - February - Water - Every Drop Counts - 1 Person 3 Months
March - February - Legumes - 1 Person 3 Months
Honey
Honey is one of my must-haves! It adds a delicious sweetness to tea, oatmeal, or even a slice of warm bread. I recommend storing about 1 to 1.5 pounds of honey. Not only is it tasty, but it also has a long shelf life and doesn't spoil when stored properly. A little goes a long way, and it’s always nice to have on hand for both comfort and flavor.
Sugar
Sugar is a pantry staple and super easy to store. I suggest keeping around 10 pounds—either in two 5-lb bags or broken down into smaller amounts depending on your needs. Store it in gallon-size Mylar bags or even pint-size bags if you don’t use it very often. No need for oxygen absorbers—just seal it up, and sugar can last 20 to 30 years!
Brown Sugar
Brown sugar is another great sweetener to have around, especially for baking or adding depth to oatmeal and sauces. Store just what you need for your 3-month supply—no need to go overboard unless you use it regularly. I would just round up the .75 to 1 lb. to keep it easy.
Molasses & Corn Syrup
While molasses is excellent for making homemade brown sugar (just mix with white sugar!), I personally skip storing it since I already keep brown sugar on hand. Instead, I opt for pancake syrup, which fits my cooking habits better. It’s all about stocking what you’ll actually use.
Jams & Jellies
Jams add a burst of flavor to toast, yogurt, or baked goods. The general recommendation is about 0.75 lbs, but I like to keep three 10-ounce jars—one for each month. Pick a variety of flavors so you don’t get bored!
Flavored Jello
Jello is a fun and easy treat to keep in your pantry. I like to store two packages per month—that’s 6 servings per pack, giving you 12 sweet treats each month. It’s a great low-prep dessert, especially when you want something quick and cheerful.
Fruit Drink Mix
Don't forget to include a little flavor for your drinks! Fruit drink mixes are compact, easy to store, and add variety to your water intake. Great for hydration with a sweet twist. About 1 to 1.5 lbs is all you need to put away. I like storing the
Sweet staples like these can add comfort, variety, and joy to your food storage plan. Just remember to stock what you actually use and enjoy—your future self will thank you!
Happy Prepping!
Ola D Griffin
Long-term Food Storage Expert
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