Aging Question

[scuttlebutt2]

If I want my tobacco to get some age to it, should I keep it sealed or is it best to release the vacuum seal on the coins? I have some EMP and some Japanese Momoyama2 I get from overseas.

 

[PipeLeisure]

Seal it up brother.

 

[tiltjlp]

If I want my tobacco to get some age to it, should I keep it sealed or is it best to release the vacuum seal on the coins? I have some EMP and some Japanese Momoyama2 I get from overseas.

You should keep it sealed in the tins. But check the square tins now & then, since the seals can be weakened.

 

[scuttlebutt2]

Sounds good just reading up on cellaring and wasn't quite sure about tins, I know how to store the bulk in jars, but was unsure about the tins, thanks. I just got into this hobby, and man is it overwhelming with info., but it sure is fun and satisfying.

 

[DrumsAndBeer]

I like using bail top jars for anything that I am currently smoking and standard masons for aging.

With your tins, especially the coins and square shaped caviar style ones, be sure to give them the sniff test. If you smell tobacco around the edges, you're leaking goodness.

 

[monbla256]

If I want my tobacco to get some age to it, should I keep it sealed or is it best to release the vacuum seal on the coins? I have some EMP and some Japanese Momoyama2 I get from overseas.

Unless they are REALLY old and show evidence of rusting on the tins. DON'T OPEN 'em!! Keep 'em sealed till you want to use !

 

[Buckshot]

Aging is not for sissies!!! Oh, sorry...you're discussing tobacco.

 

[KevinM]

I suspect that many (most?) tins leak after a year or so. Evidence: When I store tins in a box, I get that tasty aroma when I open the box, though the tins are sealed. So I use a pants and suspenders approach to storing tins -- i.e., leave 'em sealed and keep them in a sealed plastic freezer bag in a dark, cool corner in the basement. And don't mix types of tobacco in the same freezer bag. Another option: Some of those sealable plastic leftover food containers come in large enough sizes to accommodate several tins.

 

[scuttlebutt2]

Thanks guys this is great info, my original thought of leaving them sealed was correct but I just wanted some seasoned smokers advise, I appreciate the comments.

 

[Joeluka]

I suspect that many (most?) tins leak after a year or so. Evidence: When I store tins in a box, I get that tasty aroma when I open the box, though the tins are sealed. So I use a pants and suspenders approach to storing tins -- i.e., leave 'em sealed and keep them in a sealed plastic freezer bag in a dark, cool corner in the basement. And don't mix types of tobacco in the same freezer bag. Another option: Some of those sealable plastic leftover food containers come in large enough sizes to accommodate several tins.

I do the exact same thing. I put all my sealed tins in ziploc bags according to the types they are. Then I keep them all in a suitcase under my bed. Been doing that for several years now. Works great for me.

 

[idbowman]

I like using bail top jars for anything that I am currently smoking and standard masons for aging.
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Same here...it hasn't failed me, yet.

 

[MisterE]

I do the exact same thing. I put all my sealed tins in ziploc bags according to the types they are. Then I keep them all in a suitcase under my bed. Been doing that for several years now. Works great for me.

Some people keep their savings acoount the same way!!

 

[Joeluka]

I do the exact same thing. I put all my sealed tins in ziploc bags according to the types they are. Then I keep them all in a suitcase under my bed. Been doing that for several years now. Works great for me.

Some people keep their savings acoount the same way!!

That's right next to it. Who told you??? Am I being watched?? :shock: