How Long Food Lasts

Coffee

How long does coffee last once opened?

Coffee (whole beans, opened) keeps 3-4 months in the fridge.

Fridge

After opening

3-4months

Freezer

No known time

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Pantry

3-5months

Mine has been in the fridge for

Refreeze after thawing in the fridge?

United States
Yes
United Kingdom
Only after cooking

How long does coffee last in the fridge?

  • Whole beans, opened3-4 monthsAfter opening

Your fridge should be set between 0 and 5°C.

Refrigerators should be set to maintain a temperature of 40 °F or below.

Other forms

FormFridgeFreezerPantry
Whole beans--3-5 months
Home ground, non-vacuum-1-2 years3-5 months
Home ground, non-vacuum, opened--3-5 weeks
Instant--1 year
Instant, opened--2-3 months
Commercial ground, non-vacuum-6-12 months2 years
Commercial ground, non-vacuum, opened1 month-2 weeks
General guidance-6-12 months2 years
General guidance, opened---

Sources

We always show the most cautious time among official sources. Last checked: 1 October 2026.