Pu'er Tea, besides having a unique taste, can be stored for future consumption. Moreover, the longer it is stored, the better its flavor becomes. For whole cases or pieces of finished Pu'er tea, which generally come with cartons, bamboo shells, and cotton paper, they can be stored directly.
How to Store Whole Tuo Pu'er Tea with Bamboo Shell
1. Direct Storage
Purchased cases or boxes of Pu'er tea can be directly placed on indoor shelves. It's important to avoid direct sunlight and moisture; do not place them on the floor as this can cause the tea to become damp. Whole cases of Pu'er tea typically do not require additional packaging.
2. Storage in Ceramic Jars
Most whole cases of Pu'er tea are wrapped in bamboo shells, making ceramic jars an ideal storage option. Ceramic products are well-ventilated and allow air to circulate, which benefits the tea while also protecting it from dust. Storing Pu'er tea in a ceramic jar is a good choice.
3. Storage in Bamboo Baskets
Whole cases of Pu'er tea can also be stored in bamboo baskets, which are well-ventilated and particularly suitable for new teas, providing ample space for their transformation while preventing them from becoming damp. Note that the bamboo basket should have sufficient capacity.
Key Points for Storing Pu'er Tea
Storage Location: Choose a relatively dry, clean, ventilated, and Odor-free indoor environment.
Temperature Control: Maintain a temperature around 20°C to prevent high or low temperatures from affecting the quality of the tea.
Humidity Control: Maintain humidity below 70%, using dehumidifiers or desiccants to regulate the indoor humidity if necessary.
Avoiding Light: Store the tea in a dark place to prevent direct sunlight from affecting its quality.
In summary, when storing whole tuo Pu'er tea with bamboo shell, pay attention to the following: keep the environment dry, ventilated, dark, and free of odors, control the temperature and humidity, and protect the tea from direct sunlight and damp conditions to maintain its quality and taste.