How do I keep my tea fresh?

Even stored properly, tea has a tendency to become 'old tea' over time. Green teas especially tend to 'go' after six months. Red and Oolongs last considerably longer (1-2 years) and Pu'er can actually increase in value as it gets older. All teas should be stored away from light, heat and strong odors. All teas except for Pu'er should be placed in a dry, clean, airtight, as-small-as-possible container. It's a good idea to keep tea in our original packaging and place the whole bag in an airtight container. Pu'er needs ventilation in order to age properly so keep Pu'er in its original packaging and away from strong odors.