West Lake Dragon Well Tea (Xihu Longjing) 2025 Spring Tea New Tea

As the foremost among China’s Ten Famous Teas, West Lake Longjing is exclusively cultivated in core regions such as Meijiawu and Shifeng near Hangzhou’s West Lake. Picked from tender buds harvested between the Mingqian and Yqian periods, the leaves undergo traditional hand-firing to form flat, smooth “sparrow tongue” shapes covered in downy white hairs.

When brewed, the liquor reveals a tender green hue with brilliant clarity, while the unfurled buds and leaves resemble unfurled flags. The taste is fresh, crisp, and mellow, with a lingering sweetness carrying the distinctive fragrance of chestnuts. Its strict geographical restrictions and masterful craftsmanship make it not only an elegant choice for daily appreciation but also a premium gift option that embodies both quality and sophistication.