How to Store Coffee Beans So They Stay Fresh
A good cup of coffee depends directly on how fresh the beans are. If you don't store them properly, your coffee won't taste the way you want it to. So what is the right way to store whole coffee beans?
An airtight container is a must.
Keeping coffee beans in an open bag is one of the most common mistakes. To stay fresh, the beans need to be kept away from air, so the best way to store them at home is in a container that doesn't let air in.
Use a container that actually seals
Choose your container carefully. Instead of one with a lid that simply sits on top, go for one that closes tightly enough to keep air out. Beans keep much better in containers like these.
Contact with air spoils the taste
When beans are exposed to air for a long time, their aromatic compounds fade, and that affects the flavor. Beans left sitting in an open bag can lose their taste after a while.
Keep them away from light, too.
A sealed container alone isn't enough; it also needs to be kept away from light and moisture. A closed cupboard is a better spot than a place that gets direct sunlight.
Moisture is the biggest enemy
Coffee beans absorb moisture easily, so keep them away from spots where they can get damp, such as the area above the stove. A cool, dry cupboard is one of the best places to store them.
Keep them away from heat
Whole beans should also be kept away from heat sources like the oven or stove, and out of sunny spots such as a windowsill. They should sit somewhere with a temperature that stays as steady as possible.
Putting them in the fridge isn't a great idea.
Some people think coffee beans keep better in the fridge. In fact, beans you use every day don't need to go in the fridge at all. Beans that are constantly taken out and put back may even be affected by the change in temperature.
Store the beans whole, without grinding them.
Don't grind your coffee in advance so it's ready to go. Storing it unground is a much better idea: as whole beans, coffee stays fresh for longer. The thing to do is grind it right before brewing.
Big bags aren't always a good idea
We sometimes buy large bags because they seem cheaper. That may make sense financially, but it isn't always ideal for freshness. If you drink coffee regularly, a large bag can work, but for someone who only drinks coffee now and then, the beans in a big bag may not stay fresh.
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