商品系列: Long Jing

Long Jing Tea: The Crown Jewel of Green Tea

1. Introduction to Long Jing Tea

Long jing tea, ranked first among China’s Ten Famous Teas, is a premium green tea produced in the West Lake region of Hangzhou, Zhejiang. Celebrated for its "emerald color, rich aroma, mellow taste, and elegant shape," it dates back to the Tang Dynasty, gained fame in the Song Dynasty, and was honored as "Imperial Tea" by Emperor Qianlong during the Qing Dynasty. Today, it remains a symbol of Chinese tea culture and is often served as a national gift.

Key Production Areas:

• West Lake Long Jing (Divided into five sub-regions: Shi, Long, Yun, Hu, Mei)
• Qiantang Long Jing (Surrounding areas like Fuyang, Xiaoshan)
• Yuezhou Long Jing (Shaoxing)

Varieties:

• Traditional Qunti Zhong (Old tea trees, robust flavor)
• Long Jing #43 (Cultivated variety, high fragrance, dominant in pre-Qingming harvests)

2. Tasting Guide: How to Appreciate Long Jing Tea?

① Observe Its Appearance

• Dry Leaves: Flat, smooth, and uniform with a yellowish-green hue (ideal "rice-husk" color), free of broken pieces.
• After Brewing: Buds unfurl like orchid petals; the liquor is clear and bright, displaying a pale green or apricot hue.

② Inhale Its Aroma

• Dry Leaf: A blend of roasted chestnut and fresh bean notes, with top-grade Longjing exuding a subtle orchid fragrance.
• Wet Leaf: Upon brewing, the aroma is elevated—clean, persistent, without grassy or burnt tones.

③ Savor Its Flavor

• First Sip: Refreshingly sweet and smooth, with a lingering aftertaste and no astringency. Pre-Qingming tea is delicate, while post-Qingming (before Grain Rain) offers deeper richness.
• Finish: A refreshing throat feel with a "light yet profound, fragrant yet pure" complexity.

④ Examine the Leaves

• Spent Leaves: Even, tender, and vibrant green, indicating skilled processing (no red stems or dullness).

3. Brewing Recommendations

• Water Temperature: 85°C–90°C (avoid boiling water to protect delicate buds).
• Teaware: Glass cup or white porcelain gaiwan (to admire the dancing leaves).
• Tea-to-Water Ratio: 3g tea per 150ml water, adjustable to taste.
• Method: Preheat the cup, add tea, then pour water to 1/3 height, swirl to rinse, and fill to 70%. Steep for 1–2 minutes.

4. Grades & Harvest Seasons

• Pre-Qingming (Mingqian): Rare, tender buds; delicate and expensive.
• Pre-Grain Rain (Yuqian): Fuller flavor, better value.

Closing: Longjing tea is nature’s gift and a testament to artisanship. Whether for solitary reflection or sharing with guests, each sip carries a legacy of millennia.