Does the hopper keep the beans fresh? Is it air tight?
496654
Holy smokes,I did at all pay attention to any of that. I just checked. The lid just goes on there. It doesn't screw on or anything, but sort of just sits on there snuggley. So not airtight. I've had it filled up, and have not noticed any deterioration in the taste of the coffee over time. I also cover the whole thing with a dark cloth.
496655
This is a great machine! Yes, it keeps the beans fresh. It's not perfectly airtight but neither is anything once a seal has been broken. I purchased this as a Christmas gift for my husband, who is a "coffee snob" and continually on the hunt for the best cup of coffee. He really likes this machine, the grind, ease of use, and taste of the coffee he makes. Only complaint is that is makes a bit of a mess transferring grounds from hopper to pot. Haven't found a way to prevent that from happening. But overall it's well worth that one negative.
496656
I only put as many beans in the hopper as I'm ready to grind since it is clear and not super air tight. Beans should be left in a dark air tight bag or cannister until ready for use.
496657
No, not airtight. I only fill mine 1/4 full and store remaining beans in original bag or in another airtight container. I use a strip of press & seal between lid and bowl to help keep beans fresh.
496658
No, the hopper is not air tight. But, once you open a bag of coffee beans, that is not air tight either. This should not influence your decision. It is a very good burr mill, well worth the $$$$$.
496659
It is not totally air tight. I don't fill it up completely, so I'm adding beans every few days. Having said that, I've never had an issue with freshness.
496660
I would say it is about as air tight as a bag of beans that has been opened and not under a vacuum.
496661
The lid fits fairly tight but it is not air tight. I have gone thru three large bags of coffee so far and have not had a problem with it staying fresh. I think Robert B. Whyte summed it up best.
496662
No. Only fill the hopper with what you're grinding for use now. Store the rest in a air tight jar stored in a cool, dark place (do not refrigerate).
418982
It is not airtight. The lid has several small holes in back for ventilation. Our bread does stay fresh at least twice as long though!
2192186
I pack leftovers usually, when I cook in these pans. But, the few times that I have refrigerated the food as is, it stays fresh enough. The cover is quite heavy, hence you can expect it to be air tight.
1547287
I am not sure I would describe it as "airtight" but the larger casserole lid does fit securely and will stay put when you are transporting anything in the carrier. The smaller casserole lid is not as secure. It will work lose, it just does not fit as tightly as the big one, and things will leak, so when I use that one I try to make it very firm around it using towels or pot holders, etc., if I am trying to take the small dish in the carrier to another location. I have secured it with foil or sometimes even a small bungie cord rapped around. The bigger casserole with the lid in place has never needed any other help.
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Hi Roseanna! I placed mine into an airtight container for storage for precisely the reason you cite: anti-vermin. I actually framed the bag! Living in Kaua'i meant a strong likelihood of bugs! Another tip: I placed the jute bag of lentils in the freezer for a week and then brought it back to room temperature before placing the lentils into the air tight container. Since then we have moved to New Zealand to live and the lentils are in perfect condition.
1423150
No. The bean hopper does not come off. It also acts as the grind setting dial. The overall height is 13". It does fit under our counter though.
1986799
Absolutely not AIR TIGHT. I store hulled barley in one and Brown rice in the other for daily nutrition. Buy a 30cal US Army Surplus Ammo Can for Seed Storage they seal air tight.
483317
Yes, it has a tight snap on lid similar to a high end tupperware top. It will keep your beans fresh for a couple of weeks I think. My beans never last that long. :-)
1267826
Very simply, it just has a good seal (to keep new air out) and a vent (to let out CO2). These are helpful for both beans and grounds, though obviously beans will stay fresh much longer than grounds.
1734575
No not really, I had assumed it would keep bugs away but it does not. It is not exactly air tight. I recommend storing it where there are air flow. Most often bugs come in through the bag of which the rice came in from, so be aware of where you buy you rice.
1319654
I don't believe it is airtight. The lid has a silicone gasket that slides up and down when you open and close, so I don't see how it could be airtight. I agree with the second answer, it is tight but not air tight.
1113098
It has holes on top and a charcoal filter, so no, its definitely not "air tight". But it seals all around the metal to metal contact very well :)
2257551
In terms of being Air Tight ,they Are pretty Air Tight . I have Not had any Issues with Moisture at all . I have My Baking Flour in one and has held up just fine . Stays Fresh and Dry .
1694984
It is not airtight, but I believe it will keep out bugs. At least no bugs have gotten in mine
833555
No, coffee beans releases gases as they age and the valve on the bag let's these gases escape, but does not let air in.
1189371
Yes, there is a bean hopper, you just have to keep filled. The machine is a super automatic, meaning it does everything. You just push the button.
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Pam...I didn't like the Bean Safe and returned it. I DID buy a total of 4 of the Planetary Design Airscape canisters. They come in different sizes and colors and they keep my beans and fresh ground coffee FRESH :-)