I've just purchased a 21/2 lb. bag of whole bean coffee. After opening, what is the best way to keep it fresh

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Answer 1

For roasted whole bean coffee storage use an airtight canister that blocks light. The canister should have a rubber seal around the lid so air can not get inside. Fill the canister all the way to the top with whole bean coffee to keep the air inside down to a minimum. If you use a clear glass canister, keep the light away by storing it in the dark.

Coffee beans are negatively affected by exposure to water and oxygen. A container with tightly fitting lid will reduce condensation, exposure to oxygen, and reduce the chance that coffee will pick up other tastes.

The volatile oils in the beans, which give coffee its flavor, are water-soluble, and condensation within the storage container will cause the coffee to become stale very quickly. Whole coffee beans will last three times longer than ground coffee. This is because less surface area of the bean has been exposed to oxygen.

If you want your coffee to taste as fresh as possible, buy whole bean coffee and grind it just before you make a new pot. It's easy to always have your coffee as fresh as possible if you follow these few proper coffee storage tips.

Answer 2

Yes, you should absolutely refrigerate unused, unground coffee. A sealed, airtight container is recommended, to keep the coffee from picking up other odors, AND to prevent the coffee from passing it's aroma to other foods. However, you should NOT freeze it, unless you intend to leave it stored for a very long time. Even though coffee beans are "dry", there is a small amount of moisture still contained within them. Freezing will cause the small amount of water to expand (that's what water does when it freezes), which can disrupt the cellular structure of the coffee beans, and cause an "off" flavor. Also, when they thaw, the beans will collect moisture from the air.

Answer 3

Keep it away from air, moisture and light. Take some of the beans that you will consume first, and put them in their own airtight container. Put the rest in an airtight container that you will not be opening all the time.

Many people keep their coffee in the freezer or fridge, but this is not really recommended. Moisture condenses on the beans.

Answer 4

If they are still whole beans go ahead and put them in an air-tight container in the freezer.
If you already ground them up, just leave them in an air-tight container. Freezing is bad for grinds.

Answer 5

If the bag is plastic & foil-lined, just seal the top back up.
Otherwise, transfer to an air-tight container.

Answer 6

You should put it in a zip lock bag, the refridge is ok, but try to use it within 3-4 wks.

Answer 7

In an air tight container in the freezer !!

Answer 8

In an air tight container.

Answer 9

Seal it in a bag and keep it in the freezer

Answer 10

you must keep it away from humidity ,in a closed jar