The key factors in storing Pu'er Tea are a constant temperature, circulating air, and moderate humidity. If these three points can be met, the tea can actually be stored directly without needing to be sealed. However, most households cannot simultaneously satisfy these three elements, so sealing for storage is a crucial point for many families when storing Pu'er tea. Let's look together at the techniques and methods for storing Pu'er tea:

Pu'er Tea Storage Methods
1. Storing Pu'er Tea in a Purple Clay Container (Clay Pot)
Purple clay tea jars have strong practicality and high artistic value, making them favored by many tea and collectors. Purple clay pots are breathable and are the best containers for storing Pu'er tea; however, they can be quite expensive. If you find purple clay containers too costly, you can use clay pots, which are much cheaper. Before storing Pu'er tea, ensure that the container has no Odor. After placing the tea inside, you can also put some bamboo charcoal in there to absorb moisture.
2. Storing Whole Pieces of Pu'er Tea
For household tea storage, if purchased in original packaging, the tea can be stored directly, saving space. Cardboard boxes can help isolate odors and prevent dampness. When storing, place the tea at a certain distance from the ground. Otherwise, it may become damp, or you can use wooden boards or cardboard boxes as a base.

3. Sealed Storage with Plastic Bags
For small quantities of single cakes or several cakes of Pu'er tea, the best method is to store them in kraft paper bags. Kraft paper bags can prevent dampness and isolate odors. Every few months, take them out to let them breathe. This ensures the transformation of the tea cake while checking for any signs of mold.
Techniques for Storing Pu'er Tea
1. Pu'er tea is divided into raw and ripe teas, which should be stored separately.
2. The location for storing Pu'er tea should be off the ground and away from walls, as the ground can be damp, and direct contact could lead to mold.
3. During the storage of Pu'er tea, avoid direct sunlight or exposure to sunlight. Sunlight significantly affects the taste of the tea, so this is something to watch out for.
4. The storage location for Pu'er tea must be far from areas with smoke (cigarette smoke, cooking oil fumes), fragrances (perfume), etc., as tea has a strong adsorption capacity and can easily absorb other odors.

For home storage of Pu'er tea, many conditions cannot meet the ideal environment for storing Pu'er tea. Therefore, we recommend using simple and convenient sealed storage. Whether it's single cakes or whole batches of Pu'er tea, wrap them in plastic bags for storage, then open them every three to five months to let them breathe.
Finally, here's a little tip to make your stored tea taste even better: if you want to drink Pu'er tea that has been stored for a period, open it and break it up in advance. Pu'er tea is stored in its own microenvironment for a long time, different from our daily living environment. So before drinking, you should wake up the tea in advance. Through changes in the environment, the internal substances in the tea are awakened, resulting in a better taste.