The advantages of the tea bag for a good preservation of tea

Usually stored in a tea box, the bag can also be a good conversation piece for your loose tea or infusions. The key is to preserve the flavor and benefits of your tea. Choosing a good tea storage bag means opting for an airtight bag.
Indeed, there are several elements to consider for proper tea storage in bags:

• Moisture: very bad for tea leaves, be careful with storage in your refrigerator, seal your bags well for proper preservation. Water only goes well with your tea when it's hot for a good infusion.
• Temperature: store your tea bags in a place away from any heat, so store them far from your cooking areas.
• Light: the bag is a good means of tea storage as it doesn't let light through, prefer storage in a cupboard.
• Odors: store your loose tea bags away from coffee, chocolate, or spices, even if your storage bag is airtight, you wouldn't want these odors to alter the flavor of your tea.
• The refrigerator: only for your green teas (especially matcha), yellow or white teas and always in an airtight bag to avoid moisture and odors.

Loose tea: the practicality of bags for storage

The airtight bag is good packaging as a means of tea storage. If properly stored, tea can be consumed up to two years after purchase. The expiration date is indicated on the packaging. If you opt for bags different from the original ones, remember to note the date. Beyond that, the tea is still consumable but loses its flavor.
Using a bag as a means of storage is also very practical for daily use:

• Equipped with a heat-sealable opening, the tea bag is resealable at will. Just remember to remove the air from the bag for proper storage. If it doesn't have this type of opening, opt for a bag clip.
• Tea bags take up little space in your cupboards or refrigerator. They are also easier to carry if you decide to take your teas on vacation or to work.

The bag is more recommended for storing your black teas like oolong. Green, white, or yellow teas are indeed more sensitive. While the airtightness of your tea bags is essential, also prefer packaging with a food-grade liner rather than a simple soft bag. Your tea preservation will only be better: its tasting too.

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