TEA STORAGE Basic tips to keep your teas fresh from Empress Tea Company, online purveyor of loose leaf teas • Keep your teas in air-tight containers, tea is like a sponge in that it will absorb odors and scents • Store your tea in a dark place away from the light. Kitchen cabinet is ideal for tea storage • Do not store tea in freezer or the refrigerator. It is best to store tea dry and room temperature • Store tea away from your spice rack; the tea will absorb any odors from strong spices • Remember to always use an air-tight container for tea storage Properly stored tea can have shelf-life of about one year. Editor’s note: tea bags are generally given a shelf-life of about 6 months _______________________________
“Since 1875, the Japanese company Kaikado has made airtight caddies for storing tea leaves. The copper canister develops a deep patina over time (shown, from far left, is a progression from brand new to 10 years old).” source: tortoisegeneralstore.com
