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Qiantang Long Jing (钱塘龙井) is one of the most famous green teas in China. Its home is the picturesque countryside around Hangzhou in Zhejiang province. "Long Jing" means "Dragon Well": according to legend, a dragon once lived in a spring near the plantations.
The word "Qiantang" refers to the region and the river where this tea is grown. The leaves are picked by hand and processed using a traditional technique. It is said that Long Jing was the favorite drink of several emperors, and its production is still accompanied by local traditions.
Characteristics
- Type: green tea, Long Jing
- Region: Hangzhou area, Zhejiang province, China
- Picking: by hand
- Form: loose leaf tea, sold by weight
- Liquor color: clear, bright green
- Flavor: fresh, slightly sweet, nutty
Aroma and Taste
Dry leaf. Flat, smooth leaf with a delicate floral scent.
Infusion. A fresh, slightly sweet taste with light nutty notes; the liquor is clear and bright.
Aftertaste. Clean and light, with a floral shade.
Why You'll Love It
- a soft, clean taste that is easy for beginners to understand;
- pairs well with nuts, dried fruit, honey and fruit desserts;
- can be brewed in a gaiwan or a glass teapot;
- refreshing and invigorating.
How to Brew
Gongfu brewing (gaiwan or small teapot):
- leaf: 4 g per 100–120 ml;
- water: 75–80 °C;
- first infusion: 20–30 s, then add a few seconds each time.
Western-style brewing (teapot or heat-resistant mug):
- leaf: 3 g per 200 ml;
- water: 75–80 °C;
- time: 2–3 min.
Do not use boiling water: water above 85 °C makes the taste bitter. Make each following infusion 10–15 seconds longer.
Storage
Store the tea in tightly closed packaging in a dry, cool place, away from direct light and foreign odors.