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Tea must be stored correctly to maintain freshness. Excessive heat, permeating odors, moisture, or exposure can forever alter the character of your tea. Tea must be stored in a dark, odor-free, and moisture-free environment. An airtight container is necessary to maintain quality. Do not store tea above a stove. Odors and heat are more likely here than in other parts of a kitchen. Room temperature is fine for most tea. Green tea can stored long-term in a refrigerator, provided there is no moisture in the storage container. If you store tea in a tin canister, seal it in a zip-lock bag first. Most tins are not airtight. We strongly suggest using an airtight ceramic container with an odor-free silicone seal and a metal clamp.
These airtight porcelain containers are ideal for long-term (3+ months) tea storage. The ones we offer have odorless silicone seals, unlike many of the cheaper alternatives available. We list four sizes for your convenience. The container should be a size appropriate to the amount of tea to be stored. Do not use a huge container for an ounce or two of a particular tea. Finally, there is no substitute for buying fresh teas in reasonable amounts from a reputable tea merchant.
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