Here’s What the Colorful Tags on Bread Bags Actually Mean
We bet most people do not pay attention to the colorful little plastic clips on bread bags. It’s more than just a decoration. These tags can show us how fresh the loaf is. Get ready to be blown away!
How to Find the Freshest Bread
Instagram star and life-hack expert Jordan Howlett recently posted a reel that became absolutely viral. Thanks to that video, we’re on to picking the freshest bread from now on. Trust us, this is a game-changer!
In the reel, Howlett asks the staff in a grocery store about the colorful tags on bread bags, also known as “buckles” and “tabs.” It turns out that their purpose is to tell us when the loaf was baked and packaged. They also help the staff when stocking the shelves. Most big shops follow a schedule with color tags. Here’s what they mean:
- Monday – Blue
- Tuesday – Green
- Thursday – Red
- Friday – White
- Saturday – Yellow
There’s Actually More
Most bakeries don’t produce bread on Sundays and Wednesdays, so they’re omitted. However, color tags also match the days of the week when listed alphabetically. For example, as “blue” starts with ‘b’ which is one of the first letters in the alphabet, it corresponds to Monday.
Does it sound confusing? We’ll explain! If you go for groceries on a Friday, you should pick a loaf with a white or red tag, as these will be the freshest ones! Mindblowing. Your trips to the grocery store will never be the same!