Tag: Old tea

While tea bags often have a "best by" date of around two years, this is a quality indicator, not a hard expiration. So, is it safe to drink 20 year old tea? The short answer is: probably, but it's highly unlikely to be an enjoyable experience.

Tea bags typically come with a 'best by' date, not a strict expiration date, which indicates peak freshness rather than safety. So what's the verdict on that forgotten box in the back of your pantry? This article answers if those tea bags good after 5 years are safe to consume and explores the major trade-offs in flavor and quality.