Where does Longjing (Dragon Well) come from?
- Origin
- China
- Plant
- Camellia sinensis
- Processing
- Pan-fired and pressed flat
Green collection
Longjing (Dragon Well)
Camellia sinensis · China
What is Longjing (Dragon Well)?
Longjing (Dragon Well) is a green profile associated here with China. It is made from Camellia sinensis and processed as pan-fired and pressed flat. Expect descriptors such as chestnut, orchid, fresh greens; flavor varies with harvest, storage, water, dose, and technique.
Caffeine context
Does Longjing (Dragon Well) contain caffeine?
Usually moderate, with wide preparation-related variation.
People, place and practice
What is the history and tradition of Longjing (Dragon Well)?
Tea is more than leaf chemistry. This cultural overview separates documented history from legends and shows how the drink fits into daily life.
Roots and story
Longjing is associated with the West Lake area of Hangzhou and became one of China’s best-known pan-fired green teas. Its flat shape records the pressing and shaping stage of manufacture.
Where is it enjoyed?
How is Longjing (Dragon Well) traditionally served?
It may be infused in a lidded bowl, pot, or tall glass, with water added again while the leaves remain. The clear vessel style makes the unfurling leaves part of the experience.
Starting ranges
How do you brew Longjing (Dragon Well)?
Start in the middle, then change one variable at a time to suit your tea and taste.
Western / mug style
| Water | 75–82°C (167–180°F) |
|---|---|
| Leaf | 2–3 g per 250 ml |
| Time | 2–3 min |
Gongfu style
| Water | 75–82°C (167–180°F) |
|---|---|
| Leaf | 4–5 g per 100 ml |
| First infusion | 20–35 sec |
| Infusions | 3–5 |
Evidence scope
What does research say about Longjing (Dragon Well)?
No reliable human evidence proves unique effects for Longjing.
Important limit: a source about a tea category, ingredient, or specific trial preparation does not prove a benefit for this named tea or your cup.
What should you know about safety?
Contains caffeine. Named tea styles do not have proven disease-treatment effects, and research on tea as a category cannot establish a result for this cup.
Traceable reading
Which sources support this profile?
- Green Tea: Usefulness and SafetyNCCIH · Human-evidence and safety overview; brewed tea and concentrated extracts are not equivalent.
Matched gear
Products for brewing Longjing (Dragon Well)
Specific current products selected for this tea’s temperature, vessel, and measurement needs.
Best controlled-pour value
Electric kettles
COSORI Electric Gooseneck Kettle
Five presets, stainless-steel water contact surfaces, controlled pouring, and a 60-minute hold make it useful across tea styles.
Best starter tea scale
Tea scales
KitchenTour Coffee Scale with Timer
A 0.1 g readout and built-in timer make leaf ratios and infusion timing easier to reproduce.
Best everyday value
Electric kettles
COSORI 1.7 L Glass Electric Kettle
The straightforward value pick when you mainly need fast boiling water, auto shutoff, and a wide opening for cleaning.
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