Green Tea – Longjing-龙井
A renowned Chinese green tea, Longjing (Dragon Well) is sourced from Hangzhou in Zhejiang Province and prepared using a pan-fried method which creates its distinctive flat leaves. Longjing translates as ‘dragon well’ in Chinese. The leaves are roasted early after picking to halt natural oxidation, which keeps them green and imparts a light yellow-green infusion when brewed. Most Longjing tea on the market is produced in other provinces, so origin is important for authenticity.
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Herbal Name | Camellia sinensis |
| Chinese Name | 龙井 |
| Part Used | Leaf |
| Form | Loose leaf dried herb |
| Quality Standard | Pan-fried, minimal oxidation, flat appearance |
| Affected Meridians | Heart, Liver, Spleen |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight |
Additional Information
Packaged in sealed boxes for freshness. Sourced directly from reputable producers in Zhejiang Province to ensure the quality and authenticity of the leaves. Suitable for practitioners who require a traditional loose leaf tea with traceable origins and consistent standards.
Expiry Date: 31/05/2028
Description
Longjing Loose Leaf Tea Longjing or Dragon Well tea is perhaps the most well-known green tea in China; originates from Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang Province. Longjing in Chinese literally means ‘dragon well’. It is pan-fried and has a distinctive flat appearance.
Most of the tea on the market is in fact produced in other provinces and, hence, is not authentic Longjing, despite many tea producers claims.
Longjing tea leaves are roasted early just after picking, to halt the natural oxidation process, which is used to make black and oolong teas. The is stopped by heating the leaves in pans or by steaming the leaves before they completely dry out. As with many other green teas (and white teas), Longjing tea leaves experience minimal oxidation. When steeped, the tea produces a yellow-green colour.
The tea also contains vitamin C, amino acids, and has one of the highest concentrations of catechins among teas.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.18 kg |
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