Cellaring in Mylar: Remove or Leave in Original Packaging?

[buroak]

Like other folks here are probably doing, I have been buying some 16oz. factory bags of Sutliff tobacco. I am going to be sealing much of it in Mylar, but I am not sure whether I should first remove it from the factory-sealed bags, or put the factory bag inside the Mylar. I did search the forums, there was not much to go on.

What do you more experienced cellar curators do?

 

[Snook]

Though I haven't stored anything in mylar yet, I'd say it would probably be easier to leave the tobacco in the bag it's in and then store that in mylar. That way you have the labels already on there and maybe get a little extra layer of protection as well. Can't hurt.

 

[TriedPiper]

I just did the same thing. I left 'em in the original bag and put that inside the Mylar. I figured the less disturbance the better. Don't know if it's correct or not.

 

[hoosierpipeguy]

If you want to someday open 16 oz all at once, then just put in the entire original packaging. I prefer to break it into smaller quantities so I can open one smaller bag to smoke without disturbing the aging process for the remainder.

 

[AcesAndEights]

If you want to someday open 16 oz all at once, then just put in the entire original packaging. I prefer to break it into smaller quantities so I can open one smaller bag to smoke without disturbing the aging process for the remainder.

This. I cellar my bulk in 4 oz servings.

 

[TriedPiper]

I guess stop and think what the end goal is. I like what was mentioned about separating into smaller portions so that when you do open some, you can let the remainder continue on, undisturbed.

If it is is only an Aromatic blend or something not being put away for age, then maybe it's not a big deal either way. For aromatics, I don't think most folks age these, but sealing them up good can perhaps keep them from expiring?

 

[sablebrush52]

Like other folks here are probably doing, I have been buying some 16oz. factory bags of Sutliff tobacco. I am going to be sealing much of it in Mylar, but I am not sure whether I should first remove it from the factory-sealed bags, or put the factory bag inside the Mylar. I did search the forums, there was not much to go on.

What do you more experienced cellar curators do?

I use metallized 7mil food grade Mylar bags for long term storage. They are completely impermeable.

Unless you’re planning to sell the bag at a future date for profit there’s no point to leaving the contents in the bag. None. Also, transferring the contents saves space.

I break up the bulk into usable amounts, squeeze out the air and heat seal the bag.

 

[buroak]

I use metallized 7mil food grade Mylar bags for long term storage. They are completely impermeable.

Unless you’re planning to sell the bag at a future date for profit there’s no point to leaving the contents in the bag. None. Also, transferring the contents saves space.

I break up the bulk into usable amounts, squeeze out the air and heat seal the bag.

Reselling is not the goal, so sealing smaller amounts in Mylar bags sounds like the best way for my purpose. Thanks, all!