Life Encyclopedia丨Do you store tea leaves at home correctly?

Tea is available in almost every household. As a popular drink, it not only has a rich taste, but also contains a unique cultural charm. From the fresh and elegant green tea, to the mellow, rich black tea, to the unique aged black tea, each type of tea has its own unique flavor. The storage method of tea directly affects its quality and taste. How to preserve tea?

Temperature: Too high a temperature will accelerate the oxidation of the chemical components in the tea, causing the aroma of the tea to dissipate and the taste to deteriorate. For example, in a high temperature environment, the chlorophyll of green tea is easily decomposed, causing the color of the tea to turn yellow and the taste to become weak. Generally speaking, the suitable temperature for storing tea is between 5-25℃ . Try to avoid placing tea in high temperature places, such as near stoves, heaters and other heat sources.

Humidity: Tea is highly hygroscopic and easily absorbs moisture from the air. When the moisture content of tea is too high, it will cause microorganisms to grow and cause the tea to mold and deteriorate. Especially in the rainy season in the south, the air humidity is high, so more attention should be paid to moisture-proofing of tea. The ideal storage humidity should be controlled below 60% to keep the tea dry and stable in quality.

Light: Ultraviolet rays in light will destroy the nutrients and aroma substances in tea. Long-term exposure to light will darken the color of tea and gradually disappear its aroma. Therefore, tea should be stored in a dark place to avoid direct sunlight.

Inspection: Check the storage condition of tea leaves regularly to see if they are damp, moldy, or spoiled. If you find any problems with the tea leaves, deal with them promptly to avoid affecting other tea leaves. For opened tea leaves, drink them as soon as possible to avoid long-term storage that may cause quality degradation.

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