Dragon Well is unquestionably the most famous green tea in China and commonly known worldwide. Grown originally in the Long Jing mountain area. There is endowed with high humidity, long periods of fog and fertile soil. This supreme Dragon well picked early spring time. It is qualified by its high aroma and mellow taste. This tea is one of Chinese top ten teas. This marvelous tea has been described in Lu Yu’s Cha Ching (The Classic of Tea) as the four perfections - perfect color, taste, fragrance and shape. Green Tea helps to prevent cancer, lowers cholesterol and blood pressure, strengthens the immune system, and reduces stress and loss weight. Regular drinking is recommended.
Other names: Long Jing, West Lake Long Jing
Taste: Delicately sweet with a refreshing meadow-like flavor, deep fragrance, very smooth, flavor similar to chestnuts with a sweet aftertaste.
Brewing Guide: Use about 2.5 - 3 grams of tea leaves (2 teaspoons) for every 250 ml of water. Steep tea leaves in hot water 70°c for 30 sec. for the first and second brewing. Gradually increase steeping time and temperature for subsequent brewing.