Storing Coffee Coffee is as perishable as produce. Once roasted, coffee has a shelf life of 10 days. Exposed to air, coffee beans will become stale rapidly. It is best stored at room temperature in an airtight container, in a dark, dry place. Do not store coffee in the refrigerator. They are damp inside, and dampness compromises the aroma and flavor. Refrigerators also harbor a variety of odors that can taint freshly roasted beans. Refrigeration seems to mute the flavor even of coffee stored in tightly sealed containers. We prefer that you purchase your coffee often, and in small quantities so that you can enjoy Millcreek Coffee at its prime. However, if you must store coffee for more than 10 days, we suggest the following: separate beans into single-serve portions, store in air-tight containers in the freezer, remove only what you will brew immediately and thaw completely before grinding. The Basics - Coffee Vocabulary Harvesting | Processing | Sorting & Shipping | Roasting Terminology Roasting Process | Brewing Methods | Holding & Serving | Storing Coffee