Dragon Well

The essence of West Lake — Pre-Qing Ming Longjing (Dragon Well) green tea. Harvested in the early spring before the Qing Ming festival, this exceptional tea is expertly crafted by Sanhecui, a renowned enterprise in the region.

Made from the finest Longjing No. 43 leaves, this brew boasts a vibrant aroma and a crisp taste, opening with an initial sweetness that gracefully transitions into a lingering, delicate fragrance.

The leaves are prized for their signature straight, flat shape and smooth texture, delivering a rich, complex, and beautifully refreshing cup.

Packaging:

Glass jar | 50g Icon for Refill | 50g

Refill | 50g

Product Variants

€20.00

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Tea Character

Leaf Aroma

wheatgrass, hay, hazelnut

Cup Aroma

freshly cut wheatgrass, roasted hazelnut, dried buds

Flavor

melon, steamed bock choi, fresh hazelnut

Tea Story

Long Jing, or Dragon Well, is one of China’s most celebrated green teas, with origins that trace back to the West Lake region of Hangzhou in Zhejiang province. This particular Long Jing, picked in early spring, before Qingming Festival, is made from the finest leaves of the Longjing No. 43 cultivar. It is meticulously hand-picked and pan-fired in traditional methods that date back centuries.

The tea’s distinct flat, emerald leaves reflect the artisanal skill passed down through generations, and the careful production ensures a cup that captures the essence of the West Lake region.

Known for its delicate fragrance and lingering sweetness, this tea has become synonymous with Chinese tea culture.

The annual harvest, carefully timed with the seasons, ensures a quality that reflects the terroir of the region, with every sip offering a unique glimpse into the heart of this renowned tea-growing area.