How to store black tea?

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Black tea is a fully fermented tea, where tea polyphenols undergo enzymatic oxidation and are ultimately dried to halt the oxidation process. In theory, black tea does not undergo post-fermentation, but oxidation reactions still occur during storage.

Therefore, adhering to the five principles of "temperature, light, moisture, air, and soil" for black tea storage is generally sufficient
1. Temperature: Store at room temperature and avoid extreme temperatures.
2. Light: Store away from light, using tin or iron containers with good sealing properties.
3. Water: Isolate moisture; use aluminum foil bags for separate packaging in the container.
4. Aroma: Black tea should ideally retain its floral and honey notes, so minimize the number of times it's opened to reduce air oxidation and preserve freshness as much as possible.
5. Earthy: Here, "earthy" refers to off-flavors. Tea leaves are highly absorbent and prone to picking up odors, so avoid storing them with strongly scented items.