Shelf life

Retention sampling and archives

Retention sampling and archives

How to establish retention sampling and archive systems for green, roasted, and brewed coffee to support quality control, traceability, and dispute resolution.

Shelf-life testing protocols

Shelf-life testing protocols

How roasters and researchers establish shelf-life testing protocols to evaluate roasted coffee freshness, flavor retention, and packaging performance.

Oxygen absorbers and indicators

Oxygen absorbers and indicators

How oxygen absorbers and indicators are used in coffee packaging to extend shelf life and provide quality assurance.

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.