Keep Your Coffee Fresh

Despite all the things which can cause your coffee to turn stale and lose its flavour, there are a few things you can do to maximize the freshness of your beans.When storing coffee at home, make sure to keep it in a cool, dry, dark place – inside a cupboard and away from any appliances is always a good start.

Use airtight packaging if you can and using vacuum seal would be most ideal.
Some roasters will supply opaque resealable packaging which is suitable, but if not, you can always empty your coffee beans into another container – as long as it’s airtight.Buy your coffee regularly, and buy in small quantities. Stockpiling coffee might seem cost-effective, but if you don’t use it quickly enough, you’ll end up with stale beans.

Aim to buy whole bean coffee and grind fresh, rather than buying pre-ground coffee. Look for degassing valves on coffee bags. This is standard for most speciality coffee roasters. Degassing valves are one-way vents that allow roasted coffee to degas without letting oxygen in.Only grind as much as you need when you brew coffee, to make sure you don’t have pre-ground coffee left over.Pay attention to the roast date on the packaging. Coffee is best around four or five days after roasting, and should be consumed within thirty days. To make sure you get coffee as fresh as it can be, buy from a local roastery, or choose priority delivery when buying online.

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