How to store coffee beans to keep them fresh and fragrant for a long time

Coffee beans are a must-have drink for many people every morning, but many people may not know how to properly store coffee beans to keep them fresh and fragrant for a long time. Here are some simple and effective ways to store coffee beans.

First of all, to maintain the freshness and aroma of coffee beans, the most important thing is to avoid exposure to air. Humidity, temperature and oxygen in the air will have an adverse effect on coffee beans. Therefore, when storing coffee beans, please choose a container that is well sealed and can be isolated from air contact. The best choice is to use a vacuum sealed bag or glass jar, and make sure all the air is expelled before sealing.

Secondly, during storage, you need to avoid direct sunlight and high temperature environments. Sunlight will accelerate the decomposition of oils in coffee beans, causing the original flavor to be lost; while high temperatures will cause the water to evaporate too quickly and lose the original taste and aroma. Therefore, please place the storage container in a cool, dry place away from heat sources.

Finally, the storage time of coffee beans is also something you need to pay attention to. Generally speaking, the shelf life of coffee beans is 2-4 weeks. Therefore, when purchasing, please try to choose products with a recent packaging date, and check the shelf life information on the packaging before use. If you buy a large amount of coffee beans, you can divide them into small portions for storage, and try to avoid opening the container frequently to reduce air contact.