Coffee Beans
Origin, roast, and freshness - the foundation of flavor
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📅 Bean Freshness Guide
✨ Peak Freshness
2-14 days after roastingBeans have degassed properly and flavors are at their peak. This is the sweet spot for brewing.
👍 Still Good
2-4 weeks after roastingFlavors start to fade but still enjoyable. Store in airtight container to slow degradation.
⚠️ Past Prime
1+ months after roastingStale flavors, flat taste. Better to buy fresh beans than try to revive old ones.
Coffee Origins & Flavor Profiles
Ethiopia
Floral, Citrus, Tea-like
Light to MediumBirthplace of coffee with bright, wine-like acidity and complex floral notes.
Colombia
Chocolate, Nuts, Caramel
MediumWell-balanced with medium body, mild acidity, and sweet chocolate undertones.
Guatemala
Spice, Smoke, Cocoa
Medium to DarkFull-bodied with smoky complexity and hints of spice and dark chocolate.
Kenya
Black Currant, Wine, Bright
Light to MediumDistinctive wine-like acidity with black currant and citrus brightness.
Understanding Roast Levels
Light Roast
Bright acidity, floral notes, origin flavors shine through
Medium-Light
Balanced acidity, some caramelization, fruity notes
Medium
Balanced flavor, chocolate notes, moderate acidity
Dark
Bold, smoky, roast flavors dominate, low acidity
Proper Bean Storage
✅ Best Practices
- • Store in airtight container
- • Keep in cool, dark place
- • Buy whole beans, not ground
- • Use within 2-4 weeks of roast date
- • Buy smaller quantities more frequently
- • Avoid transparent containers
❌ Avoid These
- • Don't store in refrigerator or freezer
- • Don't leave in original bag long-term
- • Don't expose to light or heat
- • Don't buy beans without roast date
- • Don't store near strong odors
- • Don't buy in bulk unless you drink a lot
🛒 Where to Buy Quality Beans
🏪 Local Roasters
Freshest option. Ask about roast date and try different origins.
📦 Online Subscriptions
Convenient delivery of fresh beans. Try Trade Coffee, Blue Bottle, or Counter Culture.
🛍️ Specialty Grocery
Look for roast date on bag. Avoid beans older than 2 weeks.