Longjing (Dragon Well)

Longjing (Dragon Well)

Lóng Jǐng · 龙井 (龍井)

pan-fired

Longjing is a pan-fired green tea from the hills around West Lake in Hangzhou. Its flat, jade-green blade and distinctive chestnut sweetness made it one of the imperial tribute teas, and remain its signature today.

Quick facts

Origin
China
Region
Hangzhou
Harvest year
2025
Harvest season
early-spring
Elevation
250 m
Cultivars
Longjing

Brewing

Leaf
3.0 g / 100 ml
Water
80°C
Rinse
no
Gongfu steeps (s)
20, 30, 45, 60
Western (min)
2.0

Cooler water than you'd expect — 80°C protects the delicate chestnut sweetness.

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Tasting notes

Aroma
chestnut, fresh grass, orchid
Flavor
chestnut, sweet pea, light umami
Mouthfeel
silky
Finish
clean, sweet

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