Food Tips & Info > BeveragesFebruary 09, 2005

Keeping Coffee Fresh

Tips for keeping coffee fresh. Post your ideas.

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By (Guest Post) 05/02/2008

On the Biggest Loser show 9I think her name is Gillian) said that coffee should never be kept in the freezer, as it draws out the oils.

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03/28/2006

I keep a smaller amt in an airtight canister next to the coffee filters and the rest in the frig. I usually don't buy much extra to have to store unless there's an incredible sale and coffee doesn't go on sale that often these days!

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03/18/2005

I always keep mine in an air tight container. I grind it as I use it, and contrary to popular belief, the freezer doesn't keep coffee fresher. You should never buy more than you can use in a fairly short period of time. If you want better tasting coffee, use filtered or distilled water. It makes a huge difference!

By
02/09/2005

If you grind your own coffee, don't grind your beans until right before you use them.

April

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02/09/2005

Coffee beans and ground coffee retain their strong flavor longer if kept in the freezer.

By Robin

Editor's Note: For the freshest coffee, try roasting your own. We have been posting information about home roasting on another one of our websites, RoastAtHome.com

<http://www.roastathome.com>

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Keeping Coffee Grounds Fresh

The coffee can recommends refrigeration for unused coffee grounds. I have been letting the can sit in the pantry. I don't have room in my frig. Can I freeze the grounds to keep them fresh? A can lasts me a long time. Thanks in advance.

By sassy

 

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By LaLa1995 07/19/2011

Absolutely! Put coffee in a plastic freezer bag (or several small bags). That saves more room in your freezer too plus keeps it fresh.

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