Quick answerA roast date tells you exactly how fresh your coffee is; a best-by date can be 12-24 months after roasting and says little about flavor. For the best taste, choose coffee roasted within the last few weeks and drink it within about six weeks of roasting.
Why supermarket coffee tastes flat
Mass-market coffee is often roasted months before you buy it. Even in a sealed bag, aromas fade over time.
What specialty roasters do
Specialty roasters roast in small batches and ship quickly. Al-Aqeeq roasts to order in small batches, which is why we ask for 2-3 weeks for roasting and shipping: you get coffee at its peak.
How to use the roast date
- Days 3-14: ideal for espresso.
- Days 2-30: great for pour-over and French press.
- After 6 weeks: still drinkable, less aromatic.
Frequently asked questions
Is coffee bad after the best-by date?
Usually safe, but it may taste stale.
Is fresher always better?
Coffee needs a few days to degas after roasting, then it hits its peak.
How fresh is Al-Aqeeq coffee?
We roast in small batches for each order cycle and ship it fresh.
Taste the difference of fresh: Mocha Yemeni.
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