{"id":470,"date":"2022-09-13T12:31:53","date_gmt":"2022-09-13T12:31:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dotlatte.com\/?p=470"},"modified":"2022-09-14T13:20:09","modified_gmt":"2022-09-14T13:20:09","slug":"drinking-expired-coffee","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dotlatte.com\/drinking-expired-coffee\/","title":{"rendered":"What Happens If You Drink Expired Coffee?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Coffee is a popular beverage due to its intense taste and stimulating effects. However, what is one to do when they realize their stored coffee is past its expiration date, just when they need a brew? Should they toss the coffee and buy a new pack, or should they go ahead and brew the \u2018expired\u2019 coffee anyway? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The answer isn\u2019t as straightforward since coffee only loses its freshness but doesn\u2019t go bad to the point that it can\u2019t be consumed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Coffee doesn\u2019t expire in the exact sense of the word. Despite expiration dates on the packaging, consuming coffee grounds and coffee beans beyond the expiry date won\u2019t make you sick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, many coffee enthusiasts believe expired coffee is less tasty and flavorful. Also, the amount of time for which coffee retains its freshness varies depending on the type of coffee. For instance, Commercial coffee beans from brands like Dorman\u2019s typically stay fresh for 3-6 months.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Specialty coffee beans bought from specific roasters have a freshness lifespan of 3-4 weeks, while ground coffee stays fresh for 1.5-2 weeks. Once brewed, though, coffee or a cup of Joe<\/em><\/a> should be consumed within 12 hours. Extended storage beyond 12 hours, the beverage will go rancid due to the decomposition of the natural oils in the coffee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For long-lasting coffee, ensure you buy freshly-roasted beans from roasters who roast in small batches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Note:<\/strong> Unroasted coffee beans (green coffee) has a shelf life of 2 years and should be stored in the same way as roasted coffee beans or ground coffee. Avoid storing green coffee beans in wet\/humid conditions, as the coffee will develop mold, making it unsuitable for roasting<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Still, available information on how long coffee lasts is mainly anecdotal, as the freshness of coffee also depends on the storage conditions. Ideally, coffee should be stored in a cool, dry place to keep it fresh for longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Yes, you can drink coffee past its expiration date without any health implications.<\/strong> However, the taste of the coffee may be a far cry from the first time you brewed it. So, if your only concern regarding expiration dates is health concerns (and not quality), go ahead and brew yourself a cup of \u2018expired\u2019 coffee.<\/p>\n\n\n\nState of the coffee<\/strong><\/td> Lifespan<\/strong><\/td><\/tr> Commercial coffee beans (roasted<\/a>)<\/td> 3-6 months<\/td><\/tr> Specialty coffee beans (roasted<\/a>)<\/td> 3-4 weeks<\/td><\/tr> Ground coffee<\/td> 1.5-2 weeks<\/td><\/tr> Brewed coffee<\/td> 12 hours<\/td><\/tr> Unroasted coffee beans<\/td> 2 years<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Can you drink expired coffee?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n