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Longjing — Dragon Well
西湖龙井
Green Tea
Description
China's most celebrated green tea. Harvested before Qingming (April 5th) — the rarest picking of the year. Flat jade-green leaves yield sweet vegetal notes of toasted sesame, fresh peas, and a long orchid finish. The Emperor's tea.
Why This Tea Is Special
Longjing — Dragon Well expresses the character of West Lake (Xihu), Hangzhou: careful processing, clear terroir, and a profile that unfolds infusion after infusion. This is a tea meant for an attentive session rather than a quick cup.
Flavor Notes
Benefits
- Metabolism boost
- Antioxidants
- Mental focus
- Skin health
Taste Profile
Best For
- •Quiet mornings
- •Gentle daytime focus
- •Drinkers who prefer delicate profiles
Pairs Well With
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Brewing Guide
Temperature
80°C
Time
45 sec–1.5 min
Amount
4g / 150ml
Infusions
4
For Gongfu Cha: use short infusions (10-30 sec) and increase time with each steep. First infusion is a rinse (discard).
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