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How to Keep dark roast coffee beans Like a banana thrown on the counter coffee beans are prone to going bad. This is due to oxidation, and the loss of volatile soluble flavor compounds. The good news is you can preserve fresh roasted flavors for up to a week with a few simple tips. The elements of heat, moisture and air are your beans' most formidable enemies! How to keep coffee beans in storage It's not a secret that coffee beans deteriorate quickly. To get the most flavor out of your beans, it's important to properly store them. Many people are confused on how best to do this, though. Some think they can just put their beans in the fridge but that's not the most efficient way to do it. Keep your beans at room temperature in an airtight, opaque container. This will shield the beans from their most formidable enemies which are air, moisture and heat. The air can strip the beans of their fresh-roasted taste and moisture could weaken them as well. Heat can also destroy the aroma and flavor of the beans. Light (especially sunlight) can also diminish the natural shine of the beans. It's not a wise idea to keep coffee beans in your refrigerator. They can absorb the flavor and odors of other foods in the refrigerator, including cheese and onions that can adversely affect the taste of your coffee. They can also be exposed to moisture and condensation from the cold air in the refrigerator. It is possible to store your beans in the container that you originally used or in a resealable plastic bag. Make sure you remove all air from the bag prior to resealing it, and store it in a dark, cool space. This can also make the beans last a little longer, but the ideal time to use them is 72 hours after roasting. Storing Coffee Beans in the Fridge Most people store their beans in the refrigerator, but it's not an ideal solution. Coffee beans in the fridge absorb moisture and food odors and negatively impact their flavor. The best place to keep your coffee is in a dark cabinet in an airtight, transparent container. A coffee bag with one-way valves will work just fine in the fridge however if the beans weren't packaged in this type of container, you'll have to transfer them to a sealed and opaque container, such as a glass jar or the Coffee Gator canister mentioned above. It's important to remember that the fridge could be a bit cold for coffee, which may alter the taste. Air, heat and moisture are the primary enemies of coffee bean. To keep the freshness of your coffee beans, place them in an opaque container (not transparent), at temperatures that are at room temperature. A cool, dark pantry is the best location to store them but a closet or cupboard can also work. The storage of coffee in the fridge will extend its shelf life, however it isn't recommended. The cold temperatures can alter the flavor of your coffee and cause it to deteriorate faster. Additionally the moisture and food smells in the fridge can also harm your beans. Storing coffee beans in the Pantry After the seal of packaging on the beans is broken, it is recommended to keep them in a dark area at temperatures of room temperature and in an airtight container. This will keep the flavor, aroma and freshness of the coffee for a time (depending on the amount of exposure to oxygen, heat and moisture). Storing your coffee beans in a cabinet next to an oven or kitchen counter where they get direct sunlight isn't a good option as these places can get very hot and accelerate oxidation. Moisture is an important factor because beans can absorb moisture from the air and this can dilute their natural flavors. Oxidation is also accelerated by heat since the beans can break down the molecular structures that provide them with their aromas and flavors. Heat also robs the bean of its natural oils and causes them to lose their taste. If you're able to keep your beans in the one-way valve bag that is resealable and resealable which they came in or an equivalent airtight opaque container then the freshness will last approximately a week before they begin to decay. You can store them longer in the fridge however, be aware that they could be prone to freezer burns or absorb any odors of food in the fridge. Storing Coffee Beans in the Freezer If you are spending $20 or more for bags of premium coffee beans, it's essential to know the best method of storing them. Coffee is sponges that absorb aromas, moisture and flavors, so keeping it in a cool, dark space in an airtight container can help keep the taste safe. You can also freeze your beans, but be careful if you decide to do this, it's best to move them into a Ziploc bag prior to freezing to avoid burning in the freezer. Although freezing isn't ideal, it can help if you have a short amount of time or if you're on the road and want to bring along your favourite roast. Frozen coffee beans are not as fresh and have a less intense flavor than beans that are stored in the refrigerator or pantry. As you can see it's ideal to use your coffee beans lickety-splitt but sometimes we just don't have that luxury. Properly storing your coffee beans can extend their shelf life by at least three times if you store them in a dark, cold place in a sealed airtight container. If you decide to give your coffee a try (be sure to follow the above guidelines carefully) you might be amazed at how much better your coffee will taste when compared to the dull and lifeless beans that were rotten in the fridge or freezer.