Short answer: yes, evaporated milk is safe to drink. Details

• Evaporated milk is milk with much of the water removed and then sterilized in cans. It is dense and creamy, and it can be consumed straight from the can or reconstituted with water if you prefer familiar milk-like consistency.

• The product is shelf-stable and designed to be consumed without refrigeration until opened. Once opened, refrigerate and use within a few days for best flavor and safety.

• If you choose to drink it straight from the can, ensure the can is intact, not bulging or leaking, and the product hasn’t passed its best-by date. Spoilage signs include off smell, sour taste, or curdling.

Notes and practical tips

• Because evaporated milk is more concentrated than regular milk, a little goes further in recipes and can be heavier in texture if drunk undiluted. Some people dilute it with an equal part water to approximate regular milk, or use it as a creamer or in coffee.

• For nutrition, it provides similar nutrients to regular milk, including calcium and protein, but the exact amounts depend on whether you use it straight or reconstituted.

If you’d like, I can tailor guidance based on whether you’re drinking it for calories, weight gain, or just curiosity, and I can compare it to other dairy options.