Longjing - The Iconic Flat Green Tea of West Lake
A world-renowned premium dragon well green tea, packed with antioxidant benefits to support normal healthy immune function, deliver gentle focused mental clarity, and promote timeless daily wellness.
Core Benefits & Experience
- Benefit Profile: World-famous benchmark Chinese green tea, ideal for office sipping, business serving, and casual enjoyment. May help support mental focus, soothe late-night restlessness, and ease spicy-meal internal heat.
- Tasting Experience: Flat glossy pale green leaves brew into a bright pale green liquor. Features iconic elegant chestnut-bean aroma, a bright smooth sweet sip, and a velvety full-bodied mouthfeel. A timeless staple for all tea lovers.
Key Features
- A Tea of Historical Renown
Longjing tea holds a preeminent place in Chinese tea culture with centuries of history. Its production in the West Lake region is protected as a product of geographical indication, signifying its authentic origin and esteemed status.
- Hand-Pan-Fired Craft
The leaves are shaped using ten traditional hand movements in a hot wok. This skilled, manual firing is essential for creating the tea's signature flat appearance and developing its characteristic roasted, nutty aroma—a nuance that cannot be replicated by machine.
- The Essence of West Lake Terroir
Grown around the West Lake region of Hangzhou, the tea benefits from the unique microclimate influenced by the Qiantang River, misty hills, and iron-rich red soil. This terroir contributes to the balanced, sweet, and aromatic quality known as the “West Lake character.”
- Elegant Form, Approachable Taste
Its flat, elegant leaf is visually distinctive. Beyond its appearance, it delivers a smooth, rounded, and highly approachable flavor without sharp astringency, appealing to both connoisseurs and those new to premium green tea.
Origin & Growing Environment
Our Longjing is sourced from the core West Lake production area in Hangzhou, Zhejiang. The region’s humid climate, frequent mist, and unique red soil provide the foundation. The tea gardens are maintained using natural methods without synthetic pesticides or chemical fertilizers.
Cultivation & Craftsmanship
- We employ natural cultivation methods and hand-pick only the youngest leaves in early spring.
- The artistry lies in the traditional hand-firing. The leaves are skillfully shaped and roasted in a wok by experienced masters, a process that requires precise control of heat and movement to achieve the perfect flat shape, glossy texture, and signature aroma.
Three Ways to Enjoy
- Hot Brew (For Appreciation)
Use 1 sachet per 300ml (10 oz) of water at 175-185°F (80-85°C). Steep for 1-2 minutes to appreciate its developing aroma and watch the flat leaves gently unfold.
- Cold Brew (Exceptionally Smooth)
For an incredibly smooth and sweet iced tea. Use 1 sachet with 500ml (17 oz) of cold water. Refrigerate for 4-6 hours. This method produces a remarkably clean and refreshing cup.
- Creative Infusions
- Longjing Honey Tea: Add a touch of honey to cold brew.
- Fruit-Infused: Add fresh peach slices or jasmine blossoms to cold brew.
- Sparkling Longjing: Mix cold brew with sparkling water and a lime slice.
Why Choose This Longjing Tea?
Longjing is the iconic, benchmark green tea. It represents the harmonious union of a unique terroir, centuries of artisanal craft, and an unmistakable elegant flavor. Offering a sophisticated yet accessible tasting experience, it is the definitive choice for those seeking to understand the pinnacle of classic Chinese green tea.
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