TRIBUTE TEA - Tea Storage

Except for Puerh tea (a specialty of Yunnan province which is purposely aged), all teas have a definite shelf life. As a general rule, more oxidized (i.e. darker) teas keep longer than greener varieties. Once green tea is opened, it is best consumed on a daily basis (or at least somewhat regularly) until it is gone, since trying to ration it out over a prolonged period inevitably results in the leaves losing their fresh aroma and flavor.

Oolong tea lasts slightly longer – 2-4 months if stored well (see below), while black tea can remain in good shape for a year or more. Even green tea can retain its freshness for up to a year if vacuum-packed and stored unopened in a cool, dry place until ready to drink.

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	Except for Puerh tea (a specialty of Yunnan province which is purposely aged), all teas have a definite shelf life. As a general rule, more oxidized (i.e. darker) teas keep longer than greener varieties. Once green tea is opened, it is best consumed on a daily basis (or at least somewhat regularly) until it is gone, since trying to ration it out over a prolonged period inevitably results in the leaves losing their fresh aroma and flavor. Oolong tea lasts slightly longer – 2-4 months if stored well (see below), while black tea can remain in good shape for a year or more. Even green tea can retain its freshness for up to a year if vacuum-packed and stored unopened in a cool, dry place until ready to drink. (NEXT)
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