Coffee experts share the best place to store ground coffee.
Storing Ground Coffee vs.
Whole Beans
You may wonder if storing whole beans or already-ground coffee is better.
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Avoid storing coffee in plastic or metal containers, as they can impact the flavor.
How Long Does Ground Coffee Stay Fresh?
Ground coffee tends to stay fresh for up to two weeks when stored properly, following the suggested tips.
Storing coffee for too long will affect its taste and quality.
So why do so many coffee connoisseurs keep their coffee in the freezer?
They probably stock up and store the coffee there for a longer time.
Many people also vacuum seal their ground coffee before freezing.
After thawing, don’t refreeze the coffee, and venture to use it up within a week.
