Dragon Well (Longjing) Tea

A prized Chinese pan-fired green tea recognised for its flat leaves, chestnut aroma and mellow sweetness.

Category
Coffee & Tea
Glassware
Glass teacup or gaiwan
ABV
Alcohol free
Flavour
Toasted chestnut, Vegetal, Sweet, Smooth

Key ingredients

How to make it

Steep 2–3 g of leaves in 200 ml water at 75–85°C for 2–3 minutes. Re-steep the leaves if desired.

Flavour profile

Toasted chestnut, Vegetal, Sweet, Smooth

Origin & history

Longjing tea is closely associated with the hills around Hangzhou in Zhejiang province, China.

Serve it in

Glass teacup or gaiwan

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