(1) Lime Storage Method: Use dry, sealed ceramic jars placed in dry, cool locations. Wrap tea leaves in thin kraft paper, tie securely, and arrange in layers around the jar. Place lime bags among the tea packages, seal the jar after filling, and replace lime bags every 1-2 months to maintain tea quality.
(2) Charcoal Storage Method: Place 1kg of charcoal in small cloth bags at the bottom of earthen jars or small metal containers. Layer packaged tea leaves above until full, then seal the jar opening. Replace charcoal bags monthly.
(3) Thermos Storage Method: Fill new thermoses with tea leaves, seal with paraffin wax, and secure with adhesive tape. This method works best for household tea storage.
(4) Chemical Storage Method: Use thick plastic bags with oxygen absorbers fixed in one corner. After sealing the tea bag, the oxygen absorber will remove oxygen within 1-2 days, achieving effective oxygen-free storage.
(5) Refrigeration Storage Method: Pack new tea with under 6% moisture content into iron or wooden tea canisters, seal openings with adhesive tape, and refrigerate long-term at 5°C for optimal results.
Additionally, store tea in elevated, well-ventilated areas without direct sunlight on containers. Purchase only one month's supply of tea at a time.
For compressed teas like dark tea, store in dry, ventilated, odor-free areas - not refrigerators. After opening, expose tea to air appropriately or use ceramic containers for storage.