Gyokuro storage

[Bef]

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...

[kyarazen]

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...

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"

[Noonie]

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.

[Bef]

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...

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"

This was my first idea, but I couldn't find such small tins... Do you have any idea where to get that online?

[Bef]

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.

I'm curious - what kind of package do you use to keep the rest in the fridge?

[JRS22]

This was my first idea, but I couldn't find such small tins... Do you have any idea where to get that online?

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.

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.

[Poseidon]

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...

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"

This was my first idea, but I couldn't find such small tins... Do you have any idea where to get that online?

http://www.jkteashop.com/canister_c21.html

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.

[Noonie]

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.

I'm curious - what kind of package do you use to keep the rest in the fridge?

I reseal the original bag, or fold over and clip it shut, then put this in a ziplock freezer bag.

[bonescwa]

Upton has a case of small tins you can buy

[JRS22]

Upton has a case of small tins you can buy

I fit 3 upton tins into 1 tall thin washi canister, so I'm dividing 100gm green tea into 3 containers, only one of which gets opened regularly.

[Alex]

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...

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"

This was my first idea, but I couldn't find such small tins... Do you have any idea where to get that online?

These are awesome

http://www.thes-du-japon.com/index.php? ... ucts_id=66

[Bef]

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.