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Coffee begins to loose its flavour after it is ground, so it is best to grind the beans just before you will brew it. The longer ground coffee sits around exposed to the air the faster it becomes stale. Coffee companies want you to enjoy their coffee at it's best flavour, so they put an expiration date on it. This way you will want to brew it and drink it while it still has it's best flavour. So it is safe to drink, although it might not be at its best. Source(s): midnight Â· 7 years ago.
In general, keeping coffee in an airtight container in a cool, dry place extends its shelf life. Green or not yet roasted coffee has the longest shelf life of any processing stage. When stored correctly, it remains fresh for six months to a year. The ideal conditions for storing green coffee are fairly simple. It should be kept in an airtight container at around 60 percent humidity and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.