Fellow Atmos Vacuum Canister for Coffee & Food Storage - Airtight Sealed Container, Clear Glass, Large Coffee Bean Storage, 1.2 Litre Jar

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The design of the Atmos is very modern, sleek, and sophisticated. Whether you opt for the glass or the matte design, you will not be disappointed. A large part of what makes the item effective is its cork lid. It takes a firm push to get the lid on, indicating that the silicone gasket forms an airtight seal. Yet, it's not difficult to put the lid on; instead, it's just the right amount of tension. After storing whole-bean coffee in the canister for eight days, it came out fragrant and made a flavorful brew. We stored ground coffee in the canister for another eight days and it came out less vibrant but still sufficient. It's also convenient that the canister is dishwasher-safe, which isn't the case with many other models we tested. This canister is available in three sizes and multiple colors. The medium canister, which we tested, comfortably holds 1 pound of ground or whole bean coffee. We filled the canister with water and shook it upside down over the sink to test the integrity of the airtight seal. Not a single drop of water escaped, showing how well your coffee beans will be protected inside. The item should not be put in the dishwasher, but we washed inside the canister with a sponge without issue. One of the best ways to keep coffee beans fresh is by protecting them from oxygen, and few kitchen containers do a better job of that than the Fellow Atmos Vacuum Canister. In fact, the brand says its canisters increase coffee shelf life by roughly 50 percent. After testing, we confirmed that the canister keeps coffee fresh longer than other options, though we can't definitively corroborate the 50 percent claim. We also performed a follow-up test with the Atmos in a different size (1.2 liters as opposed to 0.4 liters) and, again, found the results above average.

This smart Atmos jar banishes air, moisture, and odours from inside with a clever vacuum feature to stop your beans from ageing out before you’ve enjoyed them.

The Fellow Atmos Vacuum Canisteris sleek, easy to use, and available in several sizes and colors, not to mention it has a dependable airtight seal. As an alternative, the Oxo Steel Pop Containehas excellent value for money and passed our tests with flying colors. How We Tested Coffee Canisters The Fellow Atmos coffee vacuum canister storage jar collection comes in two style variations - Stainless Steel or Glass – and both ooze the usual timeless elegance you can expect from Fellow. There are also several sizes to choose from so you can choose the container suited for the amount of coffee you brew. You can find the Le Creuset Storage Canister in three sizes, starting at 23 ounces and working up to this 2.5-quart model. This offers the chance to buy a matching set in various sizes should you want to store other kitchen goods, like sugar and flour. The canister is dishwasher-safe, although the lid is hand-wash only.

While glass isn't the best material for a canister, as exposure to sunlight causes coffee to go stale faster, the Bodum Yohki storage jar tested well enough that it deserves inclusion on this list. (It even outperformed several stainless canisters that we tested.) Just try to keep it out of direct sunlight if possible. We tested the largest model, which holds 2.5 quarts. Since it isn't specifically designed for coffee, we found it more simplistic than other canisters, some of which include one-way CO2 valves, clasps, coffee scoops, and more. It's also on the expensive end, partially because of the durable stoneware it's made from, so it isn't the best value for money out there. Regardless, we gave it high marks for freshness, durability, and ease of cleaning. This problem is no different than what you’ve probably observed with freshly baked chocolate chip cookie. Even if you put bread in a sealed, airtight bag, it will still begin to stale over time. To fix this, you need to remove all the air from the bag. Thankfully, the smart folks over at Fellow found just the way to do that with the Atmos. Why Atmos?canister holds up to 6oz of coffee beans, 0.7L canister holds up to 10oz of coffee beans, and 1.2L canister holds up to 16oz of coffee beans. We were immediately impressed by the item's weight and durability, especially given its affordable price. The sliding drawer worked smoothly after long-term use and never squeaked or creaked. The drawer has to be cleaned by hand, but this shouldn't be much of an issue since it stores K-Cups instead of actual coffee beans. If you like the product and want a full set for your kitchen, Planetary Design produces the Airscape in two other sizes: a small canister, which holds 8 ounces of coffee, and a medium-sized one, which can store up to 1 pound. All options are sold at reasonable prices—even this bulk one.

Fellow priced the Atmos right in line with other coffee canisters. To us it’s worth every penny considering it keeps air out of our coffee beans. This is an updated version of a previous Oxo coffee canister. The two are similar in size, price, and design, but the newer model comes with a couple of upgrades, especially regarding its ease of cleaning. It is now dishwasher-safe (aside from the lid) after previously being hand-wash only. Ease of cleaning: Between the ground- and whole-bean tests, we cleaned each canister following the included directions. We ran dishwasher-safe models through a regular machine cycle and hand-washed the rest in the sink. We noted whether there were any corners or crannies that held on to coffee grounds and whether there was any wear and tear on the seals or damage to the exteriors. The Atmos doesn’t perform as well with powdered goods. This is because fine powders can get suctioned through the filter on the lid and end up clogging the vacuum pump. We wouldn’t recommend using the Atmos for anything smaller than the holes on the underside of the lid. Cleaning and Maintenance So if you want to avoid a rough brew you need the Fellow Atmos Storage Jar collection in your life.It’s been pretty neat to see how strong the vacuum in the unit is; we haven’t been able to remove the lid yet without first depressurizing it. Other Uses Green coffee refers to coffee beans that haven't been roasted yet. This is also called "raw coffee." Green coffee beans should typically be roasted within one year of purchasing them. Otherwise, they may lose their flavor. That said, some roasters choose to age coffee beans for multiple years to accentuate certain flavors in the beans, similar to aging wine or whiskey, but this is an intricate process that only works with certain varieties of coffee. After you’ve pressurized the container, the lid will stay suctioned onto the base of the unit. To release the pressure, there is a button on the top of the lid. Press this down fully and you’ll hear a satisfying hissing sound. This is the sound of air reentering the container. Once the hissing sound has stopped, the lid can easily be pulled off of the base of the container. Fellow produces hight quality products and the Atmos is no exception. The Atmos feels solid in your hand and we think our canisters are going to stand the test of time. Oxo manufactures a variety of items to help households run smoothly, including its line of Pop containers. The 1.6-liter option is specifically designed for coffee, and it's one of the best values compared to other coffee canisters out there.

Please bear in mind that not all manufacturers provide correct imagery and we may put a similar or alternative image to the actual product for illustration purposes only.The actual item you receive may differ from that which is displayed, for example the box may have changed or a model may have been upgraded or changed after we have added the product online. Whole bean coffee freshness: We performed a similar test with whole beans that we did with ground coffee, storing half a bag in each canister and the other half in the bag over the course of eight days. We made notes on color and aroma of the beans before and after storage, and prepared a cup of coffee with the canister- and bag-stored beans to compare their flavor. As a further test of post-storage freshness, we sealed a few beans in zip-top bags and watched to see if the bags puffed up. (Fresh coffee beans produce carbon dioxide, which gradually inflates a sealed bag.)Each Atmos is made up of three main parts: the canister base, the silicone seal, and the vacuum lid. When the device is pressurized, the silicone seal is the ultimate harmonized between the base and the lid. It keeps the unit airtight and prevents any damage from the lid compressing against the base. Functionality As with any kitchen appliance, there are specific ways to clean and maintain your new Atmos. We’d like to preface this section by letting you know that the Atmos is not microwave safe, dishwasher save, or oven safe. If you want your Atmos to last awhile, we recommend not putting it in any of those places. First Use