[krmathis]

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Originally Posted by raymondlin /img/forum/go_quote.gif http://img2.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img1287o.jpg

Oh my, oh my!

/me got an urge for coffee right now...

 

[MD1032]

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Originally Posted by raymondlin /img/forum/go_quote.gif I normally buy about 4 bags, open one and keep the rest in the freezer until i need it.

That's a bad idea. Freezing coffee will destroy it... the moisture will move around and screw things up. Just leave it at RT in a cupboard or closet and it'll be in better shape, I can guarantee it.

 

[bass_nut]

i store coffee beans on air sealed plastic or glass containers

 

[dbfreak]

Here's a pic of what I've been drinking. It's delicious, moderately priced and looks good with my cans.

 

[diogenes]

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Originally Posted by MD1032 /img/forum/go_quote.gif That's a bad idea. Freezing coffee will destroy it... the moisture will move around and screw things up. Just leave it at RT in a cupboard or closet and it'll be in better shape, I can guarantee it.

I read that, too. However, after experimenting with several coffees I am not convinced that is the case. FWIW: Some people on coffee geek came to a similar conclusion and caused a bit of a stir in the internet coffee world.

 

[bass_nut]

 

[Bob_McBob]

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Originally Posted by MD1032 /img/forum/go_quote.gif That's a bad idea. Freezing coffee will destroy it... the moisture will move around and screw things up. Just leave it at RT in a cupboard or closet and it'll be in better shape, I can guarantee it.

You can freeze coffee in a sealed container or bag (e.g. coffee bag with vacuum valve covered with tape), as long as you only unseal it after allowing it to defrost completely. This prevents condensation from forming on the beans themselves, so they don't stale. It's quite an effective technique.

Note that this is completely different from taking a bag of coffee and storing it in the freezer for day to day use. In this scenario, condensation forms on the coffee itself every time you use it, staling it very quickly. Not that it makes much of a difference, since people who do this tend to be buying stale, pre-ground coffee anyway.

 

[00940]

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Originally Posted by raymondlin /img/forum/go_quote.gif

The color of that creamy top is absolutly gorgeous. You, Sir, are an artist.

 

[beerguy0]

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Originally Posted by diogenes /img/forum/go_quote.gif I read that, too. However, after experimenting with several coffees I am not convinced that is the case. FWIW: Some people on coffee geek came to a similar conclusion and caused a bit of a stir in the internet coffee world.

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Originally Posted by Bob_McBob /img/forum/go_quote.gif You can freeze coffee in a sealed container or bag (e.g. coffee bag with vacuum valve covered with tape), as long as you only unseal it after allowing it to defrost completely. This prevents condensation from forming on the beans themselves, so they don't stale. It's quite an effective technique. Note that this is completely different from taking a bag of coffee and storing it in the freezer for day to day use. In this scenario, condensation forms on the coffee itself every time you use it, staling it very quickly. Not that it makes much of a difference, since people who do this tend to be buying stale, pre-ground coffee anyway.

Ideal way to freeze coffee beans:

Weigh out your serving sizes into snack size Ziploc bags. Place the bags into a Mason jar, and put the jar in the freezer. Remove the bags as needed. That way the beans are not subject to thawing and condensation. I've found this to be good for 2-3 months, but no longer than that. The beans eventually do go stale.

Enjoying some Ethiopia DP Birbissa from Sweet Maria's, roasted a few days ago just to the first snap of 2nd crack.

 

[bass_nut]

i was informed by local Starbucks personnel that it is one of this year's limited series

 

[warubozu]

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Originally Posted by kwkarth /img/forum/go_quote.gif Actually, my favorite coffee maker is the AeroPress. I use mine every day. A close second is a single cup filter cone with a metal filter. Click here for AeroPress Coffee Maker

Inverted Areopressing:

Inverted Aeropressing for Better Coffee

I haven't tried this method myself just curious if anyone else here has.

 

[kwkarth]

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Originally Posted by warubozu /img/forum/go_quote.gif Inverted Areopressing: Inverted Aeropressing for Better Coffee I haven't tried this method myself just curious if anyone else here has.

Very interesting.

 

[voltraizer]

bought the starbucks anniversary blend recommended by sir bass_nut:

i like the bold yet smooth taste of this one!

 

[krmathis]

I am considering buying a AeroPress.
From what I have read it seems to give a more tasty coffee than a press pot, and be easier to clean. Can not go wrong with that...

 

[PScal]

Do it! I have one and love it. It is an ingenious device.