Picture driving home after picking up a 12oz bag from a local roaster I haven't tried before. The entire car smells gloriously of Carmel and peach. The aroma is powerful and invigorating.
Pan to Me only thinking, "damn that is some piss poor packaging"
I usually prefer to just store beans in oem bag with a good bag clip. I've tried other containers and feel like it's typically no better or worse. Going to throw a ziplock around this one.
Any other favorite storage methods?
A standard vented coffee bag has... a vent. So some smell is expected.
I just keep old coffee bags around if I need to store grounds or separate smaller quantities of beans.
I believe the objective is to reduce beans' and grounds' exposure to air, to reduce oxidation and flavor oil evaporation, so a standard coffee bag is the best way. Just squeeze out most of the air as you're resealing it.
Storing in airtight jars leaves too much air, IMO.
Agree about the jars. I tried this and it seemed to suck the life out the beans. I prefer to keep them in their native bag and roll it and clamp it.