Jarring Unopened Tins?

[havanarick]

O.K. Here it is. I have some tobacco in unopened tins that date 2008, Should I put the tobacco in a mason jar or will it be o.k. in the tins? I dont want the tobacco in the tins to be dry.

 

[tokerpipes]

If the tins seal hasn't been broken it should be fine.

 

[mluyckx]

+1 if the tin seal is good the tobacco is good.
Or it better be ! I have a tin of repose that has a store label that says 2002. I'm in for a surprise if that puppy went bad. :rofl:

 

[tokerpipes]

Nah just a rehydration.

 

[havanarick]

cool beans, thanks guys for the input.

 

[smokenscotch]

I've heard tins unopened can be good for 10-20 years, depending on blend.

 

[romeowood]

Tins are good indefinitely, provided that there is no rust or denting that may have broken the seal. Coin-twist lids (the shoe-polish style tins) are, IMHO, slightly more susceptible to the elements; a properly sealed tin will evidence no shaking of the contents. Rust spots can indicate a compromised seal, even from nearly microscopic holes. For your own storage, if you're intending to cellar for many years, make sure you've got an environment that's low humidity and cool & dark. There is no need to jar tins, save the mason jars for your bulk purchases.