Storing grains

[Chunk1234]

I store my hops (once open) in the freezer to try and keep them as fresh as possible. Anyone got any tips for storing grain? I bought some a black malt a little while back and it goes out of date at the end of this month. I can't see me getting a chance to use it before Jan, so I'm looking to store it and keep it as fresh as possible. Any tips?

[TC2642]

Don't worry to much. Grain will keep fresh for several months if stored in a dry temperate place and wrapped up well. As for toasted grains like Black malt. I wouldn't sweat the use by date, I have used black malt that was four years out of date and found no great change in taste. You could store it in a plastic bin if you are worried about vermin or as added protection.

[Hawkinspm]

I store mine secured in bags and then inside a bin in my garage - ensure they are dry and in the dark - never had any issues.

[Chunk1234]

Sweet, thanks for the comments. It hasn't even been opened (bought it for a brew that I haven't got round to doing yet). I figure it will mostly be used in small amounts for colour anayway, so if the flavour does fade a bit ... no big deal.