Storing your beans

When it comes to storing your coffee beans, the goal is simple: preserve their peak flavour for as long as possible. Coffee is at its best shortly after roasting, and once the original packaging is opened, its freshness begins to fade. Here are a few essential tips to help you keep your beans tasting great until the last cup.

 

Buy the Right Amount

To enjoy your coffee at its freshest, aim to buy smaller quantities that will last you no more than 2-3 weeks. After this period, the beans start to lose their optimal flavour. It’s tempting to buy in bulk, but you’re better off ordering fresh beans more frequently, ensuring that each brew is as good as the last. A coffee subscription can be a great solution, delivering freshly roasted beans to your door at your preferred frequency, so you’re never short of a fresh batch.

 

Keep it Airtight

The key to preserving the flavour of your coffee is protecting it from air, moisture, heat, and light. The best way to do this is by using an opaque, airtight container stored at room temperature. If you don’t have a dedicated coffee canister, you can still use the original packaging—just make sure to seal it tightly after every use. Avoid keeping your beans in sunny spots or near heat sources, like above the oven.

 

Divide and Store

If you have a preferred coffee container you like to keep out on display, consider dividing your beans. Keep a smaller portion in your daily-use container—just enough for the next 5-7 days—while storing the rest in a more secure, airtight container. This helps keep the bulk of your beans fresh for longer while maintaining the convenience of easy access to your coffee

 

Freezing your Beans: Yay or Nay?

There’s some debate about freezing coffee, but the main concern is that coffee is hygroscopic, meaning it absorbs moisture, odours, and flavours from the air around it. This can cause your beans to take on unwanted flavours, especially in less-than-ideal storage conditions.

If you do decide to freeze your beans, ensure they’re stored in a truly airtight container, as most common containers can still allow small amounts of oxygen to seep in, causing freezer burn. When you need to use some, remove only enough for about a week’s worth of coffee and return the rest to the freezer before condensation forms on the beans. This will help keep your frozen coffee as fresh as possible

 

Final Thoughts

By following these simple storage tips, you’ll enjoy the full, rich flavour of your coffee for as long as possible. At GESHA Coffee Co., we’re passionate about helping you get the best out of every brew. Whether you’re replenishing your beans or looking for top-notch brewing tools and equipment, we’ve got you covered. Browse our selection of freshly roasted beans and gear to make your coffee experience even better.

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