Dragon Well (Long Jing)

TASTING NOTES: melon, steamed bock choi, fresh hazelnut

The essence of West Lake — Pre-QingMing Longjing or Dragon Well green tea. This is the new harvest of this year, picked in March, the highest quality Longjing crafted by Sanhecui, a renowned enterprise in the region.

Made from the finest Longjing No. 43 tea leaves, this delightful brew boasts a high aroma and a refreshing taste, with an initial sweetness that gradually gives way to a subtle fragrance. The tea leaves themselves are characterized by their delicate fragrance, straight shape, and smooth texture, with a rich and lasting aroma that is both sweet and refreshing.

Packaging:
WEIGHT:
€20.00

Tea character

Leaf aroma

wheatgrass, hay, hazelnut

Cup aroma

fresh-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.

Tea Region | Zhejiang, China

Tea tree | Camellia sinensis sinensis

Cultivar | Longjing No. 43

Harvest | Spring, 2024

Picking & processing | One bud, one leaf

Steamed dim sum
The lightness and subtle sweetness of dim sum complement the tea’s bright and creamy profile without overpowering it.

Grilled white fish
A simply seasoned grilled white fish like sea bass or cod pairs beautifully with Bi Luo Chun. The tea’s mineral notes enhance the natural sweetness of the fish, while its brightness cuts through the fish’s richness.

Fruit salad
A fruit salad featuring peaches, apricots, and a drizzle of honey complements the tea’s subtle fruitiness and enhances its sweet, floral notes.

How to brew

Temperature | 80°C

Tea weight | 4 grams

Water amount | 100ml

Steeping time | 25 sec (add 5 sec per steep for 6 steeps)

Temperature | 80°C

Tea weight | 5 grams

Water amount | 500ml

Steeping time | 2 min (you can resteep 2 times)

Temperature | Cold or room temperature

Tea weight | 5 grams

Water amount | 1000ml

Steeping time | 4-5 hours in the fridge

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