What is the best way to store ground coffee?
I know it's better to use freshly ground beans and not store it ground at all, but if I have no other choice, how can I best preserve ground coffee?
This question sort of asks the same thing, but the answers focus on storing whole beans, and the answers addressing ground coffee make it pretty unclear whether a cool cabinet, the fridge, or the freezer is the best place.
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The two main issues with ground coffee are:
- The coffee losing its aroma. The aroma/flavor of coffee is quite volatile, and will evaporate very easily. The solution to this is an airtight container, with as little head room in it as possible.
- The coffee soaking up moisture from the air. This makes the coffee... unpleasant. The best solution I've found (in a hot humid climate) is to put it in the freezer. It is the nature of refrigeration to leech all of the moisture from the freezer compartment.
In summary, the best I've found is a small airtight box in the freezer.
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What is the best container to keep ground coffee fresh?
6 Best Coffee Storage Containers For Ultimate Freshness 2022Should you keep ground coffee in the fridge?
Storage TipsThe fridge is not the place to store coffee in any form, ground or whole bean even if in an airtight container. It isn't cold enough to keep your coffee fresh, and because coffee works as a deodorizer, it will absorb all the aromas in your fridge.What is the best way to store ground coffee long term?
The best way to keep ground coffee or whole beans fresh is to store the coffee on a pantry shelf in an opaque, airtight container. It should be away from light, heat, and moisture, says Scott McMartin, who has tasted more than half a million cups of coffee as a member of the Starbucks Green Coffee Quality group.Should I freeze ground coffee to keep it fresh?
Yes! It's possible to achieve a coffee-store taste without grinding your beans every morning. Simply pre-grind your beans on the weekend, then stash the grounds in the freezer for use during the week. Make sure to use an airtight container to lock out moisture and odors.How to Store Coffee | 3 Tips
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