What are the storage requirements for quality leaf tea?

Question

What are the storage requirements for quality leaf tea?

Answer 1

The most important thing is to keep the tea in an airtight container as much as possible. Air makes the tea oxidize faster, which breaks the leaves down.

Also, light and heat will deteriorate the quality of the leaves. So keep the leaves cool, in the dark, and in an airtight container. Keeping tea in the refrigerator can work, but sometimes the cold will cause condensation to form inside the container. That could make your tea wet, which ruins it very quickly.

Answer 2

i usually put mine in the fridge it should be fine there