Both young and middle-aged people gradually develop the habit of drinking Tea, and people are certainly no strangers to it. Tea, along with Rice, oil, salt, soy sauce, vinegar, and other staples, underscores its importance. Among the six types of tea, Pu'er tea is very popular, and many people collect it in large quantities.
How Should Pu'er Tea Be Stored?
People are very fond of Pu'er tea, whether they are new or seasoned tea drinkers. How should Pu'er tea be stored? This is probably a question that many people face. If not stored properly, Pu'er tea can mold and become useless, undrinkable.
Pu'er tea comes in various flavors and from numerous regions, such as Lincang tea, Menghai tea, and even more renowned areas like Bulang Mountain and Yiwu. These are some of the most well-known teas in the Pu'er category. As a leader in Pu'er tea, Tiantiaren (Heaven-Earth-People) tea is highly favored, so let's use it as an example.
The storage of Tiantiaren Pu'er tea is similar to that of other Pu'ers. When storing Pu'er tea, try to separate raw and ripe teas to avoid flavor contamination. The amount of tea one stores is also important; I personally feel that two servings of Pu'er tea per day is the limit for most people, which amounts to about 240 grams per month.
Over a year, consumption doesn't amount to much, so individual tea enthusiasts who store Pu'er tea often stockpile it and have their own distribution channels, which is perfectly fine. Tiantiaren Pu'er tea is suitable for long-term storage. Of course, the method of preservation is key, ideally controlling Humidity and using dedicated cabinets.
During storage, ensure good ventilation and protection against dampness, both of which are crucial. In the north, these concerns are typically negligible, as the climate is generally dry.