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Coffee for storage

I know some of you have to be coffee drinkers, and plan on having a stash.

If you look on labels the shelf life isn't that long of a period, but we all know the exp date on the container doesn't mean much as far as actual shelf life.

Plastic containers can absorb air thru the plastic over time, and some metal cans have plastic liners instead of a metal top that you have to use a can opener to get off, so air can get thru that over time. Plus cans can rust.

In the last year, I opened a pack of vacuum coffee that was going on 14 years old. This was cheap coffee when I bought it, and had a strong flavor then. After 14 years, the taste seemed a little stronger, but didn't notice a big difference.

I had another cheap brand (falls river) that was right at 18 years old, and was wondering about it. I had just opened a large can of Folgers, so I gave it to my boss who is an old navy guy.

He said it tasted like coffee and was good to drink.

So now I have stocked up on vacuum packed coffee. Well, at least enough to last 4-5 years.

I plan on buying more for use in the coming years when prices are a LOT higher, plus some for bartering if things get rough.

Coffee and Spam. It's great that two of the things that are a part of my supplies, have a fantastic shelf life.

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Permalink Reply by Ron James on October 15, 2012 at 0:22

Tuna has went up in price lately. Last I bought was about 70 cents, now is almost a dollar at walmart.

I think anytime you remove moisture and oxygen, things last longer. Oxygen is the worst, without air, most things like bacteria doesn't grow.

I am always buying long term storage items and adding it to my stash. Here's a bit more coffee I'm adding. I should be good to go for quite a while now.

Permalink Reply by Jan Carter on October 16, 2012 at 6:36

I have not had a good cup of coffee since this trip began. I think I am stopping by your place Ron!!

Does look like you are set. Think about the things you can do with coffee grounds after they are used. They make excellent compost items to help with the gardening

Permalink Reply by Ron James on October 16, 2012 at 13:29

Yea, the rabbits and deer love a good garden... My campfire/stove top coffee pot has kinda fell apart Anyone know of a really good brand?