Carrie Honaker, a food writer, restaurateur, and avid home cook, tested the Kaloh Stoneware Kitchen Canisters and Libbey Vibe in her own kitchen—using the jars for the spice blends she creates herself.

Another feature we appreciate: The small lip helps you open the lid more easily when sealed. It contributes to the clean attractive design of the container. This dishwasher-safe line comes in nine sizes with three interchangeable lids, but sets often need to be augmented with additional specialized containers to complete a pantry. Dry food containers are not manufactured to hold liquid for extended periods, especially hot liquid. Airtight seals on dry food containers are made for pantry goods, and though they may keep liquid in place, they are not meant for that.We noticed and were impressed by how these glass food storage containers stayed fresh even after the tomato-onion stain and smell test. The containers can hold liquids, but we don't recommend having liquids inside for too long because the lids are not supposed to be wet for a prolonged period of time. Although the lids are meant to be hand-washed, we found that they endured just fine through a run in the dishwasher. Capacity: We noted whether any of the sets included containers with varying sizes and whether the mouth of the containers could accommodate tools like measuring cups for scooping. For those looking to save space or invest in something a little more budget-friendly, look for a safe, recyclable plastic option. If you want something sustainable that adds style to your kitchen while storing goods, consider glass or ceramic. Product-specific design wins again with Progressive’s 4.5-quart cereal dispenser. It has a spout for easy pouring and holds a family-size box of cereal. The container is made of food-safe, BPA-free plastic and boasts an airtight silicone seal to ensure freshness. Like other Progressive products, this one is designed for vertical storage to optimize space in your pantry, and it is dishwasher safe.

There are two main reasons to store dry foods in airtight containers: unwanted pests and freshness. Transferring uncooked pasta, flour, sugar, cereal, and other dry goods to an airtight container extends the life of those products. A good seal also aids in impeding bacterial or mold growth. You can expect fresh, non-musty dry goods when you take measures to protect against air damage.If minimalist style is the kitchen vibe you’re looking to cultivate, a Kaloh Stoneware Kitchen Canister from West Elm is an ideal choice. Glazed stoneware is paired with a maple lid, which adds an elegant touch to any dining nook or countertop. The designer, Aaron Probyn, is passionate about sustainability and creating products with longevity to aid in combating reliance on disposable items. A variety of dry measuring cups will fit inside this container without difficulty, and there is an included lever that can be inserted just below the top of the container to level off scoops before removing from the container. This product is safe to store in the freezer, and it is dishwasher safe, too.

We found a 1-cup dry measuring cup can easily reach all the way to the bottom of the large, 114-ounce container. The wide opening at the top (and the equally wide shape of the rest of its base) make scooping and sweeping easy to execute. This container is meant to be washed only by hand with warm, soapy water and a nonabrasive cloth or sponge to avoid scratching. The Spruce Eats / Meredith Food Studios What to Look for in Dry Food Storage Containers Airtight Seal Cleanup: We washed the containers, both by hand and in the dishwasher, and noted any damage to the bases or lids after washing or nooks and crannies that retained food particles.Performance: Apart from using the containers to store ingredients like brown sugar, flour, and dry cereal, we added an onion and tomato mixture to the containers and observed whether they retained any stains or residual smells. We also filled each container halfway with water and shook it over a sink to see how much water would leak. Carrie Honaker is a food writer who has been on the hunt for the perfect dry storage container solution for over a decade. As a restaurateur and avid home cook, she knows the importance of finding the right container. She loves her Kaloh canisters for their beauty and functionality, and also swears by the Libbey Vibe jars for the spice blends she creates. Her work has appeared in many publications, including Basically, Allrecipes, and Wine Enthusiast.

These glass containers are made of lead-free borosilicate glass with a tight-fitting bamboo lid. The set includes five containers of varying sizes, with capacities ranging from 16 to 54 ounces, and while the mouth doesn't particularly accommodate measuring cups for scooping flour and similar ingredients, we found dry measuring spoons can easily fit inside. Use them to store things like dried pasta, nuts, candy, oatmeal, popcorn kernels, or coffee beans.Rachel Werner, who updated this article,is a culinary writer who has been profiling farmers, chefs, restaurants, and food-based businesses for more than seven years. Her work has appeared in a variety of regional and national publications, such as TheKitchn, Fabulous Wisconsin, BRAVA, and Hobby Farms. Rachel personally tested eight dry food storage containers for this list. You don’t have to be a top chef to know how important it is to cook with fresh ingredients. Far too often, though, pantry staples like flour and sugar get improperly stored, making them prone to spoiling or going stale. Whether you bake daily or only tie on an apron during the holidays, the best airtight containers for flour and sugar will keep your ingredients fresh and ready for use. To help you weigh your options, here are a few things to keep in mind when shopping. We used each of the dry food storage containers on this list to store ingredients like brown sugar, flour, and cornflakes. We also tested the integrity of the seals by adding water. Containers were also used in our Testing Lab, going through hours of different tests and then rated on important attributes. We also conducted a test storing an onion and tomato mixture in this container and found that there were no streaks on the plastic and detected only a faint aroma of onion. Design-wise, the comfort of having an ergonomic spot for the hands with this container is a win. We also appreciated that there were two different openings, one to fill the container and another to pour out the cereal.