
How to Store Spices So They Keep Their Aroma
Store dried spices in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, dark cupboard away from the stove, sink, dishwasher vent, and sunny windows.
A spice can behave differently when it is whole, cracked, or finely ground. Ingredient Guides makes those differences useful instead of merely technical.
Use these guides to choose the form that suits a dish, understand recipe instructions, and keep a focused spice shelf.


Store dried spices in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, dark cupboard away from the stove, sink, dishwasher vent, and sunny windows.

Use whole spices for slow infusion, easy removal, intentional texture, or grinding fresh after toasting.