The good news is that tea generally stays fresh for quite some time - around three to four months when stored in a bag and up to a year when stored in a tin or other airtight container.
CAN expired tea make you sick?
Tea bags will be fine for at least a year in the pantry, but even long after that, they're still safe to consume. They just might change colour or flavour. If your tea has an expiration date then it's just for best quality, not safety.
How do you know when tea goes bad?
4 Clear Signs Your Tea Is Expired (Or Has Gone Bad)
- You notice a dank, pungent smell coming from your tea.
- You find mold in your tea, even if it's just on a few leaves.
- All flavor and scent is gone from your tea.
- The tea is over 3 years old and has been opened before.
- Tea expiring VS tea losing flavor.
