Many people think that if it gets moldy, just take it outside to sun-dry like a quilt. Tea King reminds everyone here, absolutely do not do that! If the mold situation is severe, discard the Pu-erh tea leaves. Tea King will now share a few correct ways to handle moldy tea leaves.

This kind is not drinkable

Handling moldy Pu-erh tea method one: Using a cloth

For raw Pu-erh tea, if the surface is moldy, you can use a semi-damp clean cloth to wipe off the moldy parts. Store it in a ventilated, dry place. Do not sun-dry or pan-fry it. Do this once every day, and after half a month or a month, the mold will be gone.

This treatment has value

Handling moldy Pu-erh tea method two: Time issue

If it remains the same after a month, you can decide based on your raw material. Good ancient tree tea can wait a few more months; it will improve after the rainy season. If it is ordinary, low-priced tea, do not drink it.

Handling moldy Pu-erh tea method three: Breaking it apart

For ripe Pu-erh tea that gets moldy, the best method is to break the small cakes or tuos apart. Then place them in a bamboo basket in a ventilated, dry area, turning them over several times a day. After half a month or a month, the mold should be gone.

Pu-erh tea gets moldy mainly due to poor storage. Pu-erh tea should be stored in a ventilated, dry place, avoiding sunlight. So, for all friends who have bought Pu-erh tea, if your ripe Pu-erh tea gets moldy, never sun-dry it!