Freezing Grains?

[MaltnHops]

I'll be buying a 50# sack of grains soon (SWMBO just bought me a Barley Crusher), and I was wondering if I should freeze or refrigerate the grains to keep them fresher longer. The grain will be unmilled until brewing time.

Let me know your thoughts on this.

 

[Beezy]

I was told no way Jose. They should keep for a long ass time in a bucket or whatever. Unless you brew like once a year should be all good. Or as long as its not crushed anyway.

 

[jldc]

I usually freeze grains for three days. This is supposed to kill any insect/eggs in the grain. Then store in an airtight container and you should be fine. I wouldn't store frozen. 50# of grain will take up lots of space in the freezer.

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[Steelers77]

I usually freeze grains for three days. This is supposed to kill any insect/eggs in the grain. Then store in an airtight container and you should be fine. I wouldn't store frozen. 50# of grain will take up lots of space in the freezer.

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I've read about this but never done it.