Check eggs in 30 seconds: The water test shows how fresh they are

![Check eggs in 30 seconds: The water test shows how fresh they are](/api/v1/images/bacbd2d7-e2a2-487f-997f-e6e5a842fff8)

## How to do it

1. Fill a glass or bowl with **cold water**.
2. Gently place the egg in.
3. Read the result:
   - **Lies flat on the bottom** → fresh ✅
   - **Stands upright on the bottom** → older but still okay – use soon and cook thoroughly
   - **Floats to the top** → no longer fresh, better to discard ❌

## Why it works

Eggshells are porous. Over time, moisture escapes and air seeps in – the air pocket inside the egg keeps growing. The more air inside, the more the egg floats.

## Good to know

- An egg that **stands upright** is actually perfect for **hard-boiling** – it peels much more easily afterwards.
- When in doubt, crack it open and smell it: if it smells off → toss it.
- This test only works with **raw** eggs.