No. 54
Organic Dragon Well - Loose Leaf Tea
Often referred to as China's national tea, Dragon Well is a premium green tea with a roasted chestnut aroma and a buttery, sweet mouthfeel.
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Often referred to as China's national tea, Dragon Well is a premium green tea with a roasted chestnut aroma and a buttery, sweet mouthfeel.
Often referred to as China's national tea, Dragon Well is a premium green tea with a roasted chestnut aroma and a buttery, sweet mouthfeel.
A Legendary Chinese Green Tea of Elegance, Balance and Craft
Organic Dragon Well Green Tea, also known as Long Jing, is a renowned Chinese green tea from the protected West Lake region, widely considered among the finest styles of green tea. For those looking to buy green tea, this exceptional Organic Dragon Well tea offers a single origin experience with a smooth, mellow profile typical of high quality organic green tea. Handcrafted using traditional pan firing, this refined Dragon Well green tea produces a bright, elegant infusion and stands as a benchmark of authentic Long Jing tea and a leading example of premium green tea.
What Is Dragon Well Tea?
Dragon Well tea, known as Long Jing in China, is a classic green tea prized for its distinctive flat‑pressed leaves, fresh spring character and gently roasted chestnut aroma. Unlike steamed green teas, Dragon Well is pan‑fried in a wok, which creates its signature nutty sweetness and smooth, rounded texture. Produced only in designated areas of Zhejiang Province, true Long Jing green tea is protected by origin and craftsmanship, making it one of the world’s most respected and sought‑after Chinese green tea.
Tea Highlights
- Authentic Organic Dragon Well green tea from West Lake, Zhejiang
- Single‑origin Chinese green tea with protected designation
- Hand‑picked spring buds from the Jiu Keng cultivar
- Traditional pan‑fried processing for roasted chestnut sweetness
- Light, mellow and balanced with natural umami
- Ideal for mindful daily drinking and premium green tea enthusiasts
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Pale yellow‑green liquor with brilliant clarity
Aroma: Fresh, vegetal notes with roasted chestnut and soft nuttiness
Flavour: Light‑bodied yet complex, with toasted nut, creamy umami and gentle sweetness
Finish: Clean, smooth and lingering with a buttery, rounded mouthfeel
Ingredients
Organic Chinese Green Tea
How to Brew Organic Dragon Well Tea
Use these quick steps for an ideal infusion:
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1 to 1 ½ teaspoons (2–3g) per cup 200ml of fresh filtered water
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200ml of fresh filtered water at 80°C
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Steep for 2 to 3 minutes
Dragon Well green tea is ideally brewed in a glass, porcelain Gaiwan or traditional Yixing clay teapot to fully appreciate the leaf and infusion.
Why Choose This Organic Dragon Well Tea
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Certified organic Dragon Well green tea
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Sourced from the protected West Lake region of China
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Traditional artisan processing for authentic flavour
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Naturally low bitterness with a smooth, sweet profile
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A refined alternative to stronger green teas
Production and Leaf Craftsmanship
Dragon Well is one of China’s most celebrated green teas and is closely associated with the West Lake, or Xihu, area near Hangzhou in Zhejiang Province. This protected origin is home to several historic Long Jing villages, including Shi Feng, also known as Lion Peak, and Meijiawu, both renowned for producing some of the finest examples of this tea. The West Lake region’s misty, mountainous landscape and gentle spring climate help produce tender leaves with a naturally sweet, mellow and umami-rich character.
Only the youngest spring buds are selected for this Organic Dragon Well tea. After harvesting, the leaves are gently pressed and pan-fried by skilled tea makers to halt oxidation and shape the iconic flat leaf.
Health Benefits
Green tea has long been enjoyed as part of traditional Chinese culture and daily rituals. Dragon Well green tea is naturally rich in catechins and amino acids and is often chosen by tea drinkers seeking balance, clarity and gentle stimulation. The composition of fine green tea has been widely studied, including in concentrated forms such as green tea extract, which highlights the presence of naturally occurring catechins and amino acids within the leaf.
As with all fine teas, Organic Dragon Well is best appreciated as part of a mindful lifestyle rather than for any specific health outcome.
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Region
Zhejiang, China
- MMyraVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars22 hours agoSo good!
I find it hard to describe why I love the taste and smell of this so much. Usually, I drink green tea because it is healthy, but this I drink because it is delicious. Expensive, yes, for a tea that you brew at home, but still much cheaper than tea or coffee bought in a café.
- ANAdrian N.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1 month agoGreen tea
Lovely!
- THTim H.Rated 5 out of 5 stars8 months agoTop quality green tea -
Top quality green tea - how it should be. .
- MMSRated 5 out of 5 stars11 months ago5 Stars
Fast and my favourite tea by far.
- RHRob H.Rated 5 out of 5 stars1 year agosuperb
Lovely taste, and energy boost, gentle and strong.