In Hanging Containers
If you have limited space in the kitchen, use the free space in the cupboard or under the shelves. Hanging organizers, which attach to any horizontal surface and slide out on mini-rails, can help. For convenience, it’s best to choose transparent containers made of glass or plastic. The latter option is safer in case the container accidentally falls. In addition to grains, you can also store flakes, candies, nuts, and other pantry items.
In Bottles with Wide Necks
You can buy special bottles with wide necks in the store or use those left over from drinks if they fit the size. Unlike regular ones, it’s easier to pour grains into such containers, retrieve them, and clean the bottles. But if you’re ready to use a funnel and a mini-brush, then ordinary bottles will do as well, just find the right size lids for them.
On a Rotating Stand
A rotating stand is a real lifesaver for organizing storage in the kitchen. You can place jars with spices, an organizer with snacks, and, of course, containers with grains on it. Some stands already come with convenient organizers with multiple compartments. The main advantage of such storage is that you can rotate the containers with grains without taking them off the shelf to access the desired item or check the stock levels.
In a Dispenser
A very convenient accessory for storing pantry items that you constantly need is a bulky organizer with multiple compartments and a tap dispenser through which you can pour them out. The container can be placed on the countertop or in a drawer behind closed doors. This makes it convenient to store and retrieve grains without having to remove or open the container each time.
In Factory Packaging Inside a Drawer
You don’t have to remove the grains from their factory packaging—just allocate space in a kitchen cabinet drawer. Inside, you can place boxes with buckwheat, rice, peas, and other grains. This method is suitable for closed storage, otherwise, the various colorful packages will create constant visual noise in the interior. To make it easier to navigate the contents, group the products as you like: for example, place packages of different types of rice together, then grains for sweet porridges, and further away—buckwheat, lentils, etc.
In Glass Jars
Simple glass jars are also perfect for storing grains. Those made of dark glass can even be placed in well-lit spots. Choose containers of the same size and shape to avoid visual noise—especially if the jars will stand on open shelves. If you want to add variety, they can be different models, but then choose them from the same material and with identical lids.
In a Container with a Lid
Finally, a classic option for storing any dry goods—containers. You can choose vertical ones with a lid-dispenser or pour the grains into low-rise containers and store them in a kitchen cupboard in a stack. There’s another convenient container option—with an opening lid on the slanted front wall. Such containers don’t need to be taken out entirely each time; instead, you can insert a special scoop or measuring cup inside.
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