How to Store Tea Leaves for Long Term: Keep Your Chai Fresh

How to Store Tea Leaves for Long Term:
Keep Your Chai Fresh

Tea leaves are delicate and hygroscopic—meaning they act like a sponge, absorbing moisture and smells from the air. If you store your premium Darjeeling next to your garam masala, your tea will eventually taste like spices!

To keep signature Imperial Tips tea leaves fresh for up to a year, you must protect them from the “Four Enemies of Tea”: Light, Heat, Air, and Moisture. Follow these
three golden rules:

1. Airtight is Right: Use Opaque Containers

Always use an airtight tea tin or a vacuum-sealed pouch. While clear glass jars look beautiful on a counter, light degrades the tea’s antioxidants and kills the flavor profile over time. Discover our tea containers that preserve the rich flavor and delightful aroma of your favorite blends. Shop now and elevate your tea experience!

2. Stay Cool and Dark: Avoid the Stove

Store your tea in a cool cupboard or pantry away from the oven or microwave. Heat is the ultimate enemy of flavor, causing the natural oils in the leaves to dissipate.

3. The "No Fridge" Rule

A common mistake is storing dry tea leaves in the refrigerator. Never store tea in the fridge! The constant temperature changes create condensation every time you open the jar, introducing moisture that ruins the entire batch.

By mastering these storage hacks, every cup will taste as fresh and vibrant as the day it was packed.