Packaging, storage & freshness

Nitrogen flushing and MAP

Nitrogen flushing and MAP

How nitrogen flushing and Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) are used to preserve roasted coffee freshness by controlling oxygen exposure.

Freezer storage best practices

Freezer storage best practices

How to properly freeze coffee to extend freshness, avoid moisture damage, and maintain flavor integrity.

Whole bean vs ground stability

Whole bean vs ground stability

Why whole beans stay fresher longer than ground coffee, and how particle size impacts oxidation, aroma loss, and shelf life.

Light, oxygen, and heat control

Light, oxygen, and heat control

How light, oxygen, and heat accelerate staling in roasted coffee, and best practices for controlling these factors in storage and packaging.

One-way valves and sealing

One-way valves and sealing

The role of one-way valves and proper sealing in coffee packaging, ensuring freshness by balancing degassing with oxygen protection.

Degassing and CO2 curves

Degassing and CO2 curves

How roasted coffee degasses CO₂ over time, why it matters for freshness, and how to manage storage and brewing around degassing curves.