Hey that's a lot of tea!! May take me a whole year to use all of it. How do I store it? Refrigerate?
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BAY Leaves first, to keep tiny bugs out, then I use my vaccum sealer, measure desired amount, break bay-leaf in half & add to bag. Store vac-sealed bags in a dark cupboard.
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That is a ton of tea, indeed! I never tried to refrigerate dried tea so I can't say how well it will be preserved. What I typically do is separate a quantity I am likely to use within a month or so, then reseal the large bag and store it in a dry and cool place.
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Yes! In the refrigerator. Mine now is one year old, an still in very good conditions.
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I never refrigerate my herbs. Keep them in an air tight dark container in dry environment away from direct light (for example, a cupboard) and your herbs will last at least a year. Enjoy your tea :-)
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I started to use it more then 1 year ago... I keep it at room temperature in the original bag; it is still as good as new
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I have kept mine in the original packaging in a cool cabinet. It is still just as strong about 20 months later.
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It should last a while if you keep it in an airtight container in a cool dark place. There are some glass jars called Miron violetteglas that keep herbs and teas fresh for at least a year. When you open the jar the herb or whatever you have stored smells as fresh as when you first put it in the jar. These jars are dark blue and do not let any light through, thus maintaining the integrity of the contents. They are available on Amazon too!..good luck..and enjoy your tea.
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I store it in the fridge normally in the original bagand it keeps very well. As long as you keep it in an airtight container, cool/cold and dry it should be alright.
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I don't have the box any more, so I don't know how many ounces it was, but it is stored in a 5 x 5 Rubbermaid container. It's a pretty good amount of tea.
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Oh gosh. If you're just using it to brew a cup or 2 a day, it will last FOREVER!! I'm not kidding.Store it in a cool dry place and you may actually never run out. Incidentally, it is really delicious, but I drink it as iced tea.
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As long as you keep the dry tea from open air, it should easily last 225 cups assuming you drink one to two cups a day. Store in an airtight containter and keep out of direct sunlight and you should be fine. I have kept some teas for years as they are ones I only use on occassion.
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I don't, I just fill my teaball and add hot water to my cup.I do keep my tea in the freezer to keep it fresh.
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I place one (the commercial size bag) in a gallon sun tea jar and fill with water. I then place it in the sun for at least 3 hours before placing the jar in the refrigerator (after removing the bag) to make delicious ice tea. It gets stronger, the longer you leave it outside.
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You really get your money's worth, about a year's supply unless you're using it for a restaurant or the like. I put about a tablespoon in a tea caddy, steep it well. Often I'll add fresh mint from the garden and some raw ginger. Great for a before bedtime drink. You'll sleep, guaranteed.
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Oh yes, refrigerate, and though I bought it almost a year ago, it's still good, with a bit left in the container. If a smaller size were available I might have gotten that as it's just my husband and I, and the occasional party for which we use it. Makes a lovely punch, I do know that, I don't know what the official expiration date may be, but it's fun to use, and gives a different flavor to mixed drinks.
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Sorry Cheri, I just open the tea bags and take what I need for the particular container I am using. I use it as though it is loose tea.
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I would use 3 tea bags. But please! Venture into loose tea, you will love it!
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If it helps, I right now have 2 (6 oz. each) jars of instant coffee and 5 boxes of Celestial Seasonings tea. I know that's not bread, but it might give you an idea of the storage space.
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I see someone else already responded, but I'd like to add that it's quite simple in that you could put as many or as little tea bags you want, maybe add in a few herbal or green teas, and place in sunshine until it is dark (the other answer gave the advice of no more than 4 hours, but I've never had problems with it if it goes over that if I forget to bring it in.) Personally, I like to make it strong because it will become dilute once you pour it over ice in your glass. If it helps to get you started, I like to add approximately 6 -8 tea bags to a gallon of water, sit it out in the sun in the morning, and you're good to go by afternoon. Enjoy! I see someone else already responded, but I'd like to add that it's quite simple in that you could put as many or as little tea bags you want, maybe add in a few herbal or green teas, and place in sunshine until it is dark (the other answer gave the advice of no more than 4 hours, but I've never had problems with it if it goes over that if I forget to bring it in.) Personally, I like to make it strong because it will become dilute once you pour it over ice in your glass. If it helps to get you started, I like to add approximately 6 -8 tea bags to a gallon of water, sit it out in the sun in... » Read More I see someone else already responded, but I'd like to add that it's quite simple in that you could put as many or as little tea bags you want, maybe add in a few herbal or green teas, and place in sunshine until it is dark (the other answer gave the advice of no more than 4 hours, but I've never had problems with it if it goes over that if I forget to bring it in.) Personally, I like to make it strong because it will become dilute once you pour it over ice in your glass. If it helps to get you started, I like to add approximately 6 -8 tea bags to a gallon of water, sit it out in the sun in the morning, and you're good to go by afternoon. Enjoy! « Show Less
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I would not say a loss of flavor. If you are concerned, you can always store tea in the freezer.
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I have stored it overnight, however, what I usually do is cool what is left over in the refrigerator, then I cut it into pieces and wrap in plastic wrap then place into a freeqer bag. I have been doing this and it is always delicious. Good luck, Andi
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Great question! While the tea bags can be stored, the tea itself should be used immediately. Remember, this is a LIVING product - each tea bag contains billions of beneficial microbes, lying dormant in hibernation. Once you soak the tea bag in water, you start to awaken them. When you stir and add water, now they are wide awake and ready for work and food... so let them loose!Simplest rule of thumb is work backwards: 1. Soak tea bag only when you know you