Pale yellow-green Longjing tea with loose leaves in a clear glass.

West Lake Longjing Tea

西湖龙井茶Xīhú Lóngjǐng chá

Green tea from Hangzhou's West Lake area

West Lake Longjing is a green tea from Hangzhou in Zhejiang. Brewed in a glass or a covered bowl, it gives a clear, pale yellow-green drink. Aroma and strength vary with the leaves and brewing method. Cold brewing is another way to enjoy it.

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Usually served as loose-leaf tea brewed in water. Cup size, leaf quantity and brewing time vary.

Ingredients

West Lake Longjing green tea leaves and water.

Origin & regional roots

Zhejiang

Associated with Zhejiang.

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Why West Lake matters

Longjing is grown in several areas of Zhejiang, but West Lake Longjing comes specifically from Hangzhou's West Lake production area. The place name distinguishes its origin, rather than naming a single brand. Different tea grades and brewing methods give different cups, so the same name does not promise an identical taste.

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