Dragon Well Organic Green Tea (No.103)

Dragon Well Organic Green Tea – Loose Leaf Long Jing Tea

Our Dragon Well Organic Green Tea—also known as Long Jing Tea – is a celebrated Chinese classic with a smooth, mellow taste and imperial heritage.

This loose leaf green tea is grown in the Zhejiang province near the famed West Lake (Xihu) and was once honoured as the “Tea of the Emperor.”

Lightly sweet and subtly fruity, it’s a truly royal infusion. Perfect everyday or for a mindful tea ritual, Long Jing Green Tea is smooth and refreshing.

Taste Profile

Dragonwell tea brews a light, jade-green cup with a delicate, chestnut-like aroma.

Its flavour is slightly sweet, grassy, and faintly fruity—classic of high-grade Chinese green tea.

This tea has a mellow, rounded mouthfeel and a clean, lingering finish that leaves the palate refreshed.

If you enjoy Long Jing Green Tea, you may also like:

• Korea Woojeon Organic Green Tea
• China Sencha Supreme Organic Green Tea
• Japanese Hojicha Organic Green Tea

Origin

Dragonwell tea comes from the Zhejiang province of Eastern China, where it has been cultivated for centuries around the scenic West Lake region near the city of Longjing. This area’s mineral-rich soil and mild climate create ideal growing conditions for green tea.

The leaves are traditionally hand-plucked in early spring and then expertly pan-fired in large woks. This step halts oxidation and flattens the leaves into their distinctive “spear” shape, enhancing their nutty aroma and preserving their delicate flavour.

According to legend, a rain-bringing dragon once lived in a well near the tea gardens, giving this tea its mystical name—“Dragon Fountain Tea.”

Brewing Guide

Here’s how to brew the perfect cup of Long Jing Green Tea:

• Tea Quantity: 1 tsp (approx. 2g) per 200ml water
• Water Temperature: 75–80°C (not boiling)
• Steeping Time: 2–3 minutes
• Serving Suggestions: Best enjoyed without milk or sweetener

Multiple infusions are encouraged—adjust steep time slightly for each brew.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What does Dragonwell Tea taste like?

It offers a light, slightly sweet taste with hints of chestnut and grassy freshness. The finish is smooth and clean.

2. Is Long Jing the same as Dragonwell Tea?

Yes, Long Jing (or Lung Ching) is the Chinese name, while Dragonwell is the English translation. Both refer to the same renowned green tea.

3. Does this tea contain caffeine?

Yes, like all true green teas, Long Jing contains caffeine, but at a lower level than coffee or black tea.

4. Can I re-steep the leaves?

Absolutely! This tea performs well across multiple infusions, with the second and third brews often revealing even more nuance.

Certified Organic

Our Long Jing Green Tea is certified organic by the Soil Association UK, ensuring sustainable farming, no synthetic pesticides, and strict standards for purity and traceability. It’s a clean and responsible choice from leaf to cup.