Tea is easy to absorb water and peculiar smell in the air because of its characteristics, strong hygroscopicity and taste absorption. If the storage method is a little improper, the tea will lose its flavor in a short period of time, and the more fragrant the precious tea is, the more difficult it is to preserve. After a period of storage, the aroma, taste and color of tea will change. The original new tea will disappear and the old taste will gradually appear. Generally, the tea bought at home is canned or bulk tea, which can't be brewed all at once, so we will naturally encounter the problem of storage. Here are a few simple tea storage methods.
Tea storage method 1: plastic bag storage method. The best choice is to use the plastic bag with seal and special for food, the material is thick and dense, and do not use the plastic bag with taste or reproduction. After putting the tea in the bag, squeeze out the air as much as possible. It's better to cover it with a second plastic bag. In addition, the purchased tea is packaged in bags, sealed and placed in the refrigerator, and then made in batches, which can not only reduce the chance of tea contacting with the air, but also delay the occurrence of quality deterioration.
Tea storage method 2: metal pot storage method. Can choose iron tank, stainless steel tank, etc. as storage equipment. There are two-layer stainless steel tea cans on the market, which are simple and practical. If the tea can be packed in plastic bags, the lid can be put in the pot, and the lid mouth can be sealed with adhesive tape, the storage effect will be better. Metal cans containing tea should be kept in a cool place, not in the direct sunlight.
Tea storage method three: baking method. Tea can be stored for a long time only when the water content is controlled at 3-5%. The degree of baking and drying has a very important relationship with the storage period of tea. Generally speaking, the tea can be stored for a long time when the baking is heavy and the water content is low. When the optimal storage period of tea expires, it should be taken out and then baked.