Coffee can lose its flavor quickly if not stored properly. Unfortunately, once it comes in contact with Oxygen, it starts to degrade in flavor. Here are some tips on how to store coffee beans for maximum freshness:
- Store whole beans, not ground beans. Ground coffee beans stale much faster than whole beans, so it's best to grind them right before you brew your coffee.
- Use an airtight container. Oxygen is one of the biggest enemies of fresh coffee beans, so it's important to store them in an airtight container like this airscape. This will help to keep the beans fresh and flavorful for longer.
- Store coffee beans in a cool, dark place. Heat and light can also cause coffee beans to lose their flavor, so it's best to store them in a cool, dark place. A pantry or cupboard is a good option.
- Don't store coffee beans in the refrigerator or freezer. While some people believe that storing coffee beans in the refrigerator or freezer can help to keep them fresh, this is actually not the case. The cold temperatures can actually cause the beans to absorb moisture and develop freezer burn.
- Keep them in their original packaging with the degassing valve. All 12oz White Horse Coffee bags are equipped with a zipper and degassing valve. This valve allows carbon dioxide to escape from the bag, which helps to prevent the beans from going stale.
Here are some additional facts about storing coffee beans:
- If you're only going to use a small amount of coffee beans in the next few weeks, you can store them in the original bag they came in. Just make sure to close the bag tightly and store it in a cool, dark place.
- Once you open a bag of coffee beans, it's best to use them within 4-6 weeks for optimal flavor. The best way to time your coffee purchases is to order a White Horse Coffee subscription here.
- The peak flavor of coffee is approximately 7-10 days after being roasted. Coffee actually needs 3-5 days to degas before it can be served, so wait at least that long after the roast date to enjoy it.