Does tea continue to mature even in sealed packaging?
We usually enjoy Lishan tea when it’s fresh—bright, floral, and elegant. But there’s another way to experience this tea. Over time, we’ve discovered that Lishan tea continues to develop even when sealed. In fact, when stored properly in a low-oxygen environment, the tea matures in a gentle and fascinating way.
This is because, even without oxygen, natural changes still occur inside the leaves—very slowly—thanks to residual enzymes, tiny amounts of moisture, and interactions between the tea’s compounds. After about a year in low-oxygen at room temperature, fresh Lishan tea evolves from its signature floral aroma into something fruitier—reminiscent of ripe peaches. The transformation in both aroma and taste can be striking and memorable.
You can easily experiment it and compare an unopened bag stored at room temperature for 10 to 12 months.
