Our Dragon Well, "Lung Ching", is a standard grade showing fresh green coloration, hints of golden yellow and leaves of varying sizes. It is grown in the Hangzhou area, harvested in mid-April, in a township known for its Dragon Well production. Harvested April 2024. Lot #1.
Lot Notes. We purchase our Dragon Well from a local factory that sells primarily in their region. They work toward a taste profile appealing to the local custom for flavor and aroma. This lot has depth in taste. The firing temperature has resulted in a crisp, vegetal and nutty flavor. There is nice tension between sweet and astringent notes.
Tea Facts. This lot is produced more to a local custom than most of the Dragon Wells exported from China. Grading of this tea is determined by appearance and degrees of flavor. This lot was harvested third week of April 2024.
Tasting Notes. The aroma is vegetative and sweet. The taste is clearly vegetal with a flavor of chestnuts that will warm and a hint of astringency, a traditional style of Dragon Well. Offers a quenching, lingering finish.
Brewing Suggestions. We recommend using 2.5 grams of leaf (round teaspoon) per 6-8 ounces of water. Steep with water temperature of 185-195 degrees F.; steep for 2 to 2.5 minutes. Longer steep times will yield a stronger cup taste and more pungent flavor with some increase in the tea's astringency or "bite". Drain the leaves, leave them dry and save them for additional steeps.
GREEN TEA
3 grams/1 teaspoon per 6 ounces of water
170° - 195° F
2 Minutes
Full-leaf green teas will open to layered, delicate flavors. The freshly picked leaves are dehydrated to prevent oxidization and preserve their natural green color. Japanese green teas are steamed to preserve their fresh aromas and flavor notes. It is best if green tea is not brewed with boiling water.
Lower temperature water allows the leaves to steep slowly, preserving their natural sweetness. Green teas and yellow teas offer a gentle vegetal aroma. In the mouth, flavors range from spring asparagus and delicate notes of sorrel and raw vegetables to herbaceous and nutty.
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Excellent tea!
Dragon Well tea in general is one of my absolute favorites. This was my first time trying this particular brand and I am very impressed! It arrived very quickly and was nicely packaged (full, unbroken leaves). As for the tea itself, It has such a delightfully full flavor profile with an earthy and nutty aftertaste that makes you feel like you’re running through the woods barefoot. So if that’s something you’re into, then this tea is for you! It reminds one of simpler times and can only be described as extremely comforting. Like a warm hug. When was the last time someone hugged you? Try this tea instead.
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lONGJING TEA
MY FAVORITE GREEN TEA
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dragonwell tea
I am very pleased with the Dragonwell/long jing tea that I purchased. It's fresh and has great flavor. The 2nd infusion still has plenty of flavor. I will definitely reorder! Thanks!
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Dragonwell green tea
Great dragonwell! I have been drinking dragonwell every day for about 20 yrs. Due to the pandemic, I am unable to get it at the store where I had a good supply. I have tried several tea companies and Silk Road has the best! Thanks Silk Road, you saved me during this rough time!
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Dragon well
Always a good tea. Very hearty. I fast a few days a week and when I drink this for breakfast this tea sustains me like a vegetal soup.
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Dragonwell Tea
This is a lovely tea, fresh and fragrant. I like to drink mine strong so I steep it for longer than most, but the taste is delightful, smooth and lingering.
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Dragon Well (Lung Ching)
I normally drink the premium grades of Dragonwell and decided to try this one. I found it to be very good (smooth-vegetal) and considerably easier on the wallet.
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the basic grade of Dragon Well tea is excellent.
I have been drinking this grade of Dragon Well tea for years and have always enjoyed it. It is consistently flavorful and is a good bargain. At times I but more expensive teas for a treat but always return to Dragon Well. It is never disappointing.
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Great taste--great value.
While I enjoy many of the Silk Road teas, the Dragonwell is by far my favorite. Flavorful, but not too sweet or vegetal for my taste. A great morning cuppa!