How to keep coffee beans fresh?

Coffee beans can be beautiful, but avoid clear canisters which will allow light to compromise the taste of your coffee. Keep your beans in a dark and cool location. A cabinet near the oven is often too warm, and so is a spot on the kitchen counter that gets strong afternoon sun. read more

For the best tasting coffee, buy your beans whole and store them in a sealed container in a dark place. Grind right before serving. Vacuum-sealed coffee. Vacuum-sealed coffee does not equal fresh coffee. When coffee is roasted, it releases carbon dioxide and continues to release it for days afterward. read more

Keeping your beans snug in one of the good resealable bags is a fine way of staying fresh. Jar and Lid . This is an easy one and a personal favorite. A mason jar, a recycled sauce jar, even a plastic gatorade bottle makes a fine receptacle for keeping the coffee beans locked down. read more