How long does tea last?

Are you a real tea lover who likes to buy your favorite tea flavors separately in larger quantities? No problem! Tea has an above-average shelf life if you store it properly. Read all about it below.

Shelf life

Tea is a dried product and cannot really go bad, but it will lose its flavor. You can store tea for 12 to 18 months without compromising its flavor. Between 12 and 18 months, you can still drink the tea without any problems, but after 18 months, it is advisable to err on the side of caution and no longer drink the tea.

The darker the tea, the longer you can store it. Black tea therefore has a longer shelf life than green tea. This is because black tea is oxidized for longer than green tea, which means that black tea is drier. The drier the tea, the longer you can store it.

Storing loose tea

Of course, you want your tea to retain its flavor for as long as possible. Therefore, avoid air, odors, light, heat, and moisture. Store your tea in airtight tea storage jars. A tea storage tin ensures that the tea stays cool and is not exposed to air. In addition, it is important to store the tea in a cool, dark place, so not in the sun or near heat and light sources.

Odor

Did you know that loose tea easily absorbs odors? So make sure that you do not store the tea near herbs and spices. With these tips, you will best preserve the flavor and enjoy your tea for the longest time

Refrigerator

You may have heard that you can also store tea in the refrigerator, but we advise against this. The only teas that could be stored in the refrigerator are Japanese green teas sealed in a can. But these must be consumed within a short time.

Storing tea bags

The same conditions apply to tea bags, so avoid light, air, heat, moisture, and odors. You can store tea bags in tins or in a tea box with compartments.