West Lake Longjing Spring Tea
Encounter a heart-warming tea container, taking a sip or two of light and elegant tea in the middle of a busy schedule; between touch and vision, clearly comprehend heaven, earth and people of nature and ingenuity.
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- Chinese: míng qián xī hú lóng jǐng chūn chá
- Translation: Pre-Qingming West Lake Longjing Tea 2026 Spring Tea
- Type: Green Tea
- Cultivar: Longjing
- Origin: Xihu, Hangzhou
- Harvest Date: 2026/03/20
- Storage Methods: Refrigeration, Sealing, Moistureproof, Avoid light
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There is a fleeting moment each year when tea becomes something more than a drink. In the hills surrounding Hangzhou’s West Lake, just before the Qingming rains, tea masters begin their quiet ritual. The first tender buds unfurl, still wrapped in morning mist. They are picked by hand—only the finest “one bud, one leaf”—and carried down the mountain to be transformed by generations of skill.
This is West Lake Longjing, known locally as Xi Hu Longjing, and the 2026 harvest is exceptional.
- The unique name of this Chinese Longjing green tea traces back to an ancient village called 'Dragon Well,' situated southwest of the 'West Lake' in Hangzhou. This picturesque lake, cherished by both Chinese and international tourists for its tranquil charm, symbolizes Hangzhou, China. Surrounded by pagoda-topped hills and stunning bridges, West Lake is often regarded as a representation of classical Chinese beauty.
- South of this iconic lake lies one of China's most renowned tea regions, named after West Lake itself. This region encompasses five famous Dragon Well villages where the original local tea is produced for over a thousand years. Our artisan Longjing tea is sourced directly from small family farms in the Mei Jia Wu village. The other 4 villages are Shifeng, Yunxi, Hupao, and Longjing.
- What you hold is not merely tea. It is the purest expression of spring—Pre-Qinming (Ming Qian) Longjing, gathered in the narrow window when the tea plant’s energy is at its peak. At this moment, the leaves are rich in amino acids and low in tannins, yielding a liquor that is naturally sweet, smooth, and layered with the legendary “bean-like” fragrance that true Dragon Well is celebrated for.
- Each bud has accumulated rich nutrients during the winter hibernation, enhancing the tea's fragrance and flavor. The finest quality Longjing teas are produced in the first two weeks. Once the fresh tea leaves are picked in the morning, they must be air dried in the shade and hand-roasted on the same day. Roasters use their bare hands to gauge the heat and dryness of the leaves accurately. After roasting, the tea leaves are left to cool before being sealed in bags to preserve their freshness.
- When you open the foil-lined pouch, you are met with an aroma that instantly transports you: the gentle scent of roasted chestnuts, a whisper of fresh green beans, and the unmistakable freshness of early spring. The leaves themselves are flat, jade-green, and uniform—a signature of authentic Longjing Green Tea crafted by experienced hands.
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Brew it, and watch the leaves unfurl slowly, releasing a pale golden cup that tastes as delicate as it looks. The first sip is clean, with a velvety texture and a lingering sweetness that stays on the palate—no bitterness, no astringency, just the pure, honest taste of a Fresh Dragon Well Green Tea Leaf picked at its prime.
For those who know Longjing tea, this is Superior West Lake Dragon Well Tea—the grade once reserved for tribute. For those new to it, it’s an invitation to discover why this tea has been cherished for over a thousand years.
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Glass Cup Brewing Method:
-The ratio of Longjing green tea to water is 1:30, and a glass cup of about 150ml can pour 5g of tea.
-Pour water into the cup (the water temperature is 80~85°C), pour it slowly along the wall of the cup, and let the tea leaves fully infiltrate. The speed of water injection should not be too fast.
-Wait for 3 to 5 minutes, and you can drink the delicious, green tea soup, and then when you drink 1/3 of the teacup, you can refill the water again, usually brew three times.