Coffee bean storage tips: preservation methods, time and temperature control

Coffee beans are a food that easily oxidizes, so the correct storage method is essential to maintain its freshness and taste. Here are several common coffee bean storage tips.

First of all, keeping dry is the key to keeping coffee beans fresh. A humid environment will cause coffee beans to absorb moisture and lose their original flavor. Therefore, placing coffee beans in a sealed container can effectively prevent air and moisture from entering. At the same time, when choosing a container, try to choose an opaque, odorless and burr-free material to avoid external factors affecting the taste.

Secondly, temperature control is also very important. High temperatures will accelerate the oxidation process and make the coffee beans deteriorate faster. So it is best to keep it at room temperature (15-25 degrees Celsius) or slightly lower. Avoid exposing it to direct sunlight or placing it near high temperature areas such as stoves.

Finally, time is also important. Although whole, unground coffee beans can be stored for longer, their freshness quickly decreases once they are ground. Therefore, it is recommended to use them within one month of purchase. If they need to be stored for longer, they can be divided into small portions and packed in sealed bags and placed in the freezer. However, it is important to thaw them before use and avoid taking them out and putting them back in the freezer frequently.