Storing Loose-Leaf Teas

When stored correctly, high-quality loose-leaf tea can stay fresh and flavorful for six months to a year. Here are a few things to keep in mind when it comes to storing tea.

Tea leaves are very absorbent, so keeping them in a tin or other airtight container is the best way to go. Store your tea away from sources of moisture and direct sunlight.

Avoid excessive heat or cold and find a place with an even temperature. Loose-leaf tea shouldn’t be stored in a refrigerator or the freezer.

Another place to avoid is directly above your stove. Steam rising from pots as well as odors from cooking food can be absorbed by your tea.

Storing fine loose-leaf tea in the same cupboard or cabinet as your spices can also lead to changes in the flavor of your loose teas. A great loose-leaf tea is an investment well worth caring for, so you can get the most out of it!