How Long Does Coffee Last and How to Prevent It from Going Stale
Roasted coffee beans last weeks to a few months, but it depends.According to SCAA, the factors that affect the freshness of coffee the most are:The state of coffee (whole beans vs ground), environmental influences (oxygen, temperature, and moisture), and time.The longer you keep the coffee, the more these conditions will influence the coffee flavor and aroma. Fortunately, there are ways to keep your coffee fresh for longer. Parameters That Impact Coffee Freshness and Shelf Life Whole Bean vs Ground Whole beans have a longer shelf life than ground coffee. Whole beans remain fresh from weeks to several months while ground coffee begins to...
Do Green Coffee Beans Go Bad?
Green coffee beans do go bad, but if maintained in the proper conditions green coffee beans can last about a year. After a year, the green coffee beans will begin to degrade and it will affect the flavor becoming more bitter, acidic, and stale. There are a few factors that influence the shelf life of the coffee. Moisture Green coffee beans typically have a 10% – 12.5% bean humidity, and it is important to maintain it at these levels in order to preserve the qualities and characteristics of the bean. It is recommended to store at 50% – 65% relative humidity...
Where Does Our Coffee Come From?
The Coffee Bean Journey Where We Source Our Coffee Currently, most of Biarte Coffee comes from the Atitlan region in Guatemala. This region provides a fantastic array of microclimates and conditions to produce a top-quality coffee. It is here where my family has been cultivating coffee for more than 22 years, at Finca Santo Tomas Perdido. My brother Jorge, shown in the picture on top, is the present farm manager. Coffee fields adorn the skirts of the imposing Atitlan volcano, as well as of the valleys next to Lake Atitlan. This region has been cultivated with coffee for more...
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