How to Prep Mason Jars for Tobacco Cellaring

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Step 6.

Stuff the tobacco into the jars. Be very careful because the jars are still hot. I usually hold the jar with a hot pad and then scoop the tobacco in with the other hand.

You will want to leave a bit of air in the jar so that the aging process can continue correctly. I pack mine down pretty good but always leave a bit of space at the top. I've found that 4 ounces fits nicely into these widemouth quart jars.

[Slow Triathlete]

Step 7.

Throw the lid on and make sure that it is tight. Then I put the jars back in the boiling water for about a minute.

The heat of the jar creates a vacuum inside and seals the jar. That is why I make sure that my jars are heated up good before letting them cool.

The last step is pretty simple. Now you need to label the jars. I use address labels and just put them on the top of the lid. I write what the blend is, the date it was jarred, and how much is in there.

That's it. I hope that this helps out.