Long Jing Dragon Well Premium Green Tea Loose Leaf

This tea known as the most renowned Chinese green tea, is pan-fired and has a distinctive sword-like shape. Genuine Long Jing tea offers a sweet, smooth, and well-balanced flavor. It features clear vegetal and grassy notes, with some varieties revealing subtle hints of roasted chestnut and butter.

Fragrance: floral and mineral notes with a touch of toasted chestnut

Color of the brew: golden yellow

Mouthfeel: pleasant and refreshing 

Flavor: balanced with the right amount of acidity and a subtle hint of bitterness

Aroma: exotic fruits, and subtle notes of roasted chestnuts and minerals

Aftertaste: sweet lingering

Ingredients: green tea

Production date: spring 2024

Origin: Hubei Province

To preserve its quality, store the tea in an airtight container at room temperature, away from direct sunlight. Under these conditions, the tea can remain fresh for several years.

Modern Method
Use a teapot or mug with infuser.
Water Temperature: 80°C (176°F).
Brewing Time: 2-3 minutes.
Steps:
- Add 1-2 teaspoons of tea leaves to the infuser.
- Pour hot water and steep.
- Remove the infuser and enjoy.

Traditional Method (Gongfu Cha) 
Use a small teapot , gaiwan or easypot.

Water Temperature: 75-80°C (167-176°F).
Brewing Time: 15-30 seconds for the first infusion, gradually increasing the time for subsequent infusions.
Steps:
- Warm the teapot/gaiwan and cups with hot water.
- Add 1-2 teaspoons of tea leaves.
- Rinse the leaves with a quick infusion and discard the water.
- Pour water over the leaves and cover.
- Pour the tea into cups and enjoy.

Adjust steeping time and the amount of dry leaves according to personal preferences.

-This tea thrives in a subtropical climate, making it the perfect environment for cultivation. The tea producer prioritizes sustainable and eco-friendly methods, in line with the current trend towards low-carbon and ecological practices in the tea industry.

-During the Qing dynasty, Longjing tea was honored with the prestigious title of Gong Cha, meaning imperial tea.

-Since 1998, Longjing (Long Jin/Dragon Well) has held Protected Designation of Origin status within the European Union and the UK.