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Description:
Welcome spring with our Pre-Qingming West Lake Core Origin Long Jing, a rare and premium green tea harvested before the Qingming Festival from the protected core production region in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China.
Handpicked in early spring and pan-fired using traditional methods, this tea offers an exceptional tasting experience with its nutty aroma, smooth texture, and elegant floral sweetness. It represents the finest expression of the season’s first flush.
Tasting Notes:
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Toasted hazelnut
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Subtle orchid-like florals
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Lingering umami and sweetness
Origin:
Sourced exclusively from the protected West Lake Core Production Area in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China, this authentic West Lake Long Jing represents the birthplace and most prestigious origin of China's most famous green tea. Surrounded by misty hills and nourished by mineral-rich soils, the region's unique terroir and centuries-old tea-making traditions have earned West Lake Long Jing its reputation as a symbol of Chinese tea culture and excellence.
Details:
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Harvest: 2026 Pre-Qingming (early spring)
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Process: Handpicked and pan-fired
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Net Weight: 3g tea / 180ml water
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Brewing Temp: 75–80°C (167–176°F)
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Steeps: 3–4 infusions