Hi,
Just opened my first gyokuro and transfered it to one of o-cha's double lit metal tin.
Now, I'm wondering: how long can I keep it stored this way? If I drink about 4-5g every week, it means that I would need about 20 weeks to get through this 100g package...
Re: Gyokuro storage
every time you open the tin the tea will start to change. i would rather you split it into 5 packs/tins, i.e. one tin per month, and each to contain a couple sachets of oxygen absorber. the tins or packaging should be packed to the brim with minimal "air space"Bef wrote:Hi,
Just opened my first gyokuro and transfered it to one of o-cha's double lit metal tin.
Now, I'm wondering: how long can I keep it stored this way? If I drink about 4-5g every week, it means that I would need about 20 weeks to get through this 100g package...
Re: Gyokuro storage
I drink 5g, 3 times a week. I try and buy 50g packages. When I do get 100g I store unopened in a fridge, open and take out half, into an O-Cha tin, rest in a sealed package. I leave that until needed. I find the tea is fine throughout the time.
Re: Gyokuro storage
This was my first idea, but I couldn't find such small tins... Do you have any idea where to get that online?kyarazen wrote:every time you open the tin the tea will start to change. i would rather you split it into 5 packs/tins, i.e. one tin per month, and each to contain a couple sachets of oxygen absorber. the tins or packaging should be packed to the brim with minimal "air space"Bef wrote:Hi,
Just opened my first gyokuro and transfered it to one of o-cha's double lit metal tin.
Now, I'm wondering: how long can I keep it stored this way? If I drink about 4-5g every week, it means that I would need about 20 weeks to get through this 100g package...
Re: Gyokuro storage
I'm curious - what kind of package do you use to keep the rest in the fridge?Noonie wrote:I drink 5g, 3 times a week. I try and buy 50g packages. When I do get 100g I store unopened in a fridge, open and take out half, into an O-Cha tin, rest in a sealed package. I leave that until needed. I find the tea is fine throughout the time.
Re: Gyokuro storage
I bought a box of empty sample tins from Upton Tea to use for green teas. 3 of them fit in one of my washi containers.Bef wrote:This was my first idea, but I couldn't find such small tins... Do you have any idea where to get that online?
i don't buy Japanese or Chinese tea from Upton anymore but they're a good source for herbals and rooibos to fill out an order.
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http://www.jkteashop.com/canister_c21.htmlBef wrote:This was my first idea, but I couldn't find such small tins... Do you have any idea where to get that online?kyarazen wrote:every time you open the tin the tea will start to change. i would rather you split it into 5 packs/tins, i.e. one tin per month, and each to contain a couple sachets of oxygen absorber. the tins or packaging should be packed to the brim with minimal "air space"Bef wrote:Hi,
Just opened my first gyokuro and transfered it to one of o-cha's double lit metal tin.
Now, I'm wondering: how long can I keep it stored this way? If I drink about 4-5g every week, it means that I would need about 20 weeks to get through this 100g package...
Towards the bottom they have tin canisters that are pretty nice. I use them to travel with. The 25g canister is TINY. I personally like the 50-100g size.
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I reseal the original bag, or fold over and clip it shut, then put this in a ziplock freezer bag.Bef wrote:I'm curious - what kind of package do you use to keep the rest in the fridge?Noonie wrote:I drink 5g, 3 times a week. I try and buy 50g packages. When I do get 100g I store unopened in a fridge, open and take out half, into an O-Cha tin, rest in a sealed package. I leave that until needed. I find the tea is fine throughout the time.
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These are awesomeBef wrote:This was my first idea, but I couldn't find such small tins... Do you have any idea where to get that online?kyarazen wrote:every time you open the tin the tea will start to change. i would rather you split it into 5 packs/tins, i.e. one tin per month, and each to contain a couple sachets of oxygen absorber. the tins or packaging should be packed to the brim with minimal "air space"Bef wrote:Hi,
Just opened my first gyokuro and transfered it to one of o-cha's double lit metal tin.
Now, I'm wondering: how long can I keep it stored this way? If I drink about 4-5g every week, it means that I would need about 20 weeks to get through this 100g package...
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Re: Gyokuro storage
Thanks to everyone for their suggestions. I'm probably going to try to get one of these smaller tins that you suggested at some point.
In the meantime - I decided to drink that Yame Gyokuro every day so I will be able to go through that 100g in about 2 weeks, maybe 3 max. I'm storing this tea in one of o-cha's metal tins.
In the meantime - I decided to drink that Yame Gyokuro every day so I will be able to go through that 100g in about 2 weeks, maybe 3 max. I'm storing this tea in one of o-cha's metal tins.