Two tea experts explain how to store tea to get maximum flavor and health benefits.
Plus, see tea storage containers that do the job to buy.
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Where did she store her tea?
Possibly, the worst place to store your tea.
certified tea specialist and co-owner ofThe Cultured Cupin Dallas
Okay, so the fridge is out.
What should you do instead?
3 golden rules to follow for tea storage, according to experts
1.
Store teas in sealed containers.
Keep your tea somewhere dark.
Stewart explains that tea leaves can absorb sunlight, which damages the leaves.
When the leaves are damaged, it means the flavor and health benefits of the tea have been degraded.
Similar to light, heat can degrade tea leaves, making the flavor and benefits not as potent.
For this reason, you dont want to store your teas next to the stove.
certified tea specialist and co-owner ofThe Cultured Cupin Dallas
Of course as with anything, there are a few exceptions to the three golden rules of tea storage.
This helps facilitate the aging process so the flavor can continue to evolve, she says.
The finely powdered, shade-grown green tea, is extremely absorbent.
When stored correctly, Stewart says tea can last a very long time.
I made it and, to my surprise, the tea was delicious, he says.
Dont throw a tea away just because of the past freshness date.
This, she says, can affect their shelf-life.
They dont always stay as fresh as tea with just one ingredient, she says.
Just something else to be mindful of when storing your teas.
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Plus, it will make the process of preparing your cup more enjoyable.
Because ultimately, a cup of tea shouldnt bring more chaos to your life, it should bring peace.
And that starts with a little organization.
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