No, Trader Joe's coffee beans aren't fresh compared to coffee purchased directly from a roaster. Buying coffee in a grocery store almost always means it has been sitting on the shelf for longer than is ideal. However, Trader Joe coffee canisters are sealed with nitrogen, which ensures the coffee stays fresh for longer by avoiding exposure to oxygen. If you want fresh coffee and don't have a local roaster to support it, look for brands that roast coffee to order. For example, we've enjoyed Stone Street Coffee.