Quick answer
Choose the Medium Glass Airtight Container for rice, coffee, and grains; choose the Large Glass Airtight Container for flour, sugar, and cereal. Match the size to your typical usage volume and pantry shelf depth.
Why size matters for airtight storage
A container that is too small forces you to repackage frequently; one that is too large wastes shelf space and leaves excess air inside, which can shorten freshness for certain dry goods. The right size keeps ingredients organized and accessible.
Caraway's glass containers are non-toxic and BPA-free, so they are safe for direct food contact. The stackable design also means you can mix sizes on the same shelf without wasting vertical space.
Medium vs Large: what to store where
The Medium Glass Airtight Container is ideal for smaller-volume staples: rice, coffee beans, grains, oats, nuts, and seeds. Its footprint fits standard pantry shelves and countertops without crowding.
The Large Glass Airtight Container suits bulkier items: flour, sugar, cereal, pasta, and large bags of rice. If you bake often or buy in bulk, the extra capacity reduces the number of refills.
Trade-off: shelf depth and cabinet height
Both containers are stackable, but the Large is taller. Measure your cabinet clearance before committing to the Large size. If your shelves are shallow, two Mediums side by side may fit better than one Large.
How to decide: size selection rules
- Rule 1: Match container to ingredient volume: If you use an ingredient weekly (e.g., rice, coffee, oats), choose the Medium. If you buy in bulk or use it daily (e.g., flour, sugar, cereal), choose the Large.
- Rule 2: Measure your shelf first: Check the height and depth of your pantry shelf or cabinet. The Large is taller, so ensure it fits without blocking the shelf above. If space is tight, two Mediums side by side may be a better fit. Always measure before you buy.
- Rule 3: Plan for stackability: Both sizes stack on top of each other, but stacking different sizes works best when the larger container is on the bottom. For a uniform look, buy multiples of the same size. Mix sizes only if you are comfortable with a staggered stack.
Product facts
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Medium Glass Airtight Container: The Medium Glass Airtight Container is non-toxic, BPA-free, and stackable, designed for rice, coffee, grains, and everyday essentials. It fits standard pantry shelves and is the right size for weekly-use dry goods, reducing the need to transfer leftovers into smaller bags.
Medium Glass Airtight Container
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Large Glass Airtight Container: The Large Glass Airtight Container is non-toxic, BPA-free, and stackable, designed for flour, sugar, cereal, and everyday essentials. Its larger capacity handles bulk purchases and baking staples, so you refill less often and keep your pantry tidy.
Large Glass Airtight Container
Which size fits you?
Best for
- Weekly home cooks who store rice, coffee, grains, and nuts in moderate quantities
- Bakers or bulk buyers who need to store flour, sugar, and cereal in larger volumes
Not for
- Anyone needing a single container for both small and large staples (buy one of each instead)
- Very shallow cabinets where even the Medium may be too deep (check dimensions first)
