How to Store Coffee (and Why You Should Never Put It in the Fridge)

Keep It Fresh. Keep It Flavorful. Keep It Out of the Freezer.

You found your perfect coffee blend (hello, Survival Blend), but a few days later it tastes… off. Flat. Kind of like cardboard with a caffeine kick.

The culprit? Storage.

Coffee is a lot like moms—it’s bold, nuanced, and deserves to be treated with care. So let’s talk about how to keep your beans at their best and your brew from going blah.

🫘 Why Coffee Needs Proper Storage

Freshly roasted coffee is packed with flavorful oils and aromatic compounds. But those precious notes can fade fast when exposed to the big four enemies of freshness:

• Air

• Moisture

• Light

• Heat

When these elements sneak in, you’re left with stale, sad coffee.
The good news? With a few simple habits, you can keep your beans (and your mornings) in top shape.

✅ The Right Way to Store Coffee

1. Keep It Airtight

Use a container with a tight-fitting lid, preferably made of opaque ceramic, stainless steel, or BPA-free plastic. This prevents oxygen from stealing the flavor while keeping moisture out.

2. Store It in a Cool, Dark Place

Avoid cabinets near your stove, oven, or windows. Choose a dry, shaded spot—like a pantry or a kitchen cabinet far from heat sources.

3. Buy Smaller Amounts

Instead of stocking up for the apocalypse, buy coffee in smaller batches more frequently. You’ll always have fresh beans—and a reason to order your next Mommy Needs A Fix blend.

🧊 Why You Should NEVER Store Coffee in the Fridge or Freezer

We get it—it feels like it should help. Cold = preserved, right?

Not for coffee. Here’s why:

🚫 Moisture is the Enemy

Your fridge and freezer are humid environments. Every time you open the bag, condensation can form, introducing moisture to your beans. And that’s a one-way ticket to stale-town.

🚫 Odor Absorption

Coffee is a sponge for smells. So unless you want your morning brew to have notes of garlic, onion, or freezer-burned fish sticks… keep it out of there.

🏠 Quick Coffee Storage Checklist

• ✅ Store in an airtight container

• ✅ Keep it in a cool, dark place

• ❌ Do NOT refrigerate or freeze

• ❌ Avoid sunlight, heat, and humidity

💛 Final Sip

Coffee is a beautiful thing—and just like motherhood, it’s full of subtle flavors, messy moments, and a whole lot of character. Treat your beans right, and they’ll treat you right back.

Whether you’re sipping bold Survival Blend or winding down with Mommy’s Night Off, fresh coffee = a better fix.
And Mama? You deserve nothing less.