{"product_id":"2026-jasmine-longjing-green-tea-茉莉龙井-scented-dragon-well-500g","title":"2026 Jasmine Longjing Green Tea | 茉莉龙井 · Scented Dragon Well 500g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA rare meeting of two classic Chinese tea traditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e the clean, nutty character of Longjing green tea and the luminous fragrance of fresh jasmine. This 2026 Jasmine Longjing is made with Longjing tea leaves selected from Hangzhou, Zhejiang and jasmine flowers selected from Jinhua, Zhejiang, then brought together through traditional jasmine scenting so the finished cup carries both tea character and floral lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Longjing Is So Famous\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLongjing — commonly known in English as Dragon Well — is one of the defining styles of Chinese green tea. Its reputation is tied not only to flavor, but also to a highly recognizable method of manufacture and a deep association with Hangzhou tea culture. Unlike rolled or twisted green teas, classic Longjing is shaped during pan-firing into smooth, flattened leaves. This \u003cstrong\u003eflat pan-fired form (扁平炒青)\u003c\/strong\u003e is part of its identity: the leaf is pressed and worked against the heated pan, creating the blade-like appearance and helping develop the tea’s characteristic roasted-bean, chestnut-like and gently sweet aromatic register.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Jasmine Longjing adds another layer to that tradition. Fresh jasmine fragrance is absorbed by the finished green tea rather than replacing its underlying character. The result is not simply “jasmine tea”: beneath the flowers you can still taste the calm, softly toasted structure associated with Longjing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e fresh jasmine, spring blossoms, sweet green leaf and a soft toasted-nut undertone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst sip:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright floral fragrance arrives first, followed by a clean green-tea sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMid-palate:\u003c\/strong\u003e smooth, mellow and lightly chestnut-like rather than aggressively grassy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e refreshing, floral and gently sweet, with the jasmine lingering above the tea rather than becoming perfumed or heavy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Beauty of the Leaf: Flat, Pan-Fired Longjing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore brewing, look closely at the leaves. Longjing is celebrated for a flatter, straighter silhouette than curled teas such as Bi Luo Chun. In a clear glass, hot water reveals the craftsmanship: the pressed leaves soften, loosen and gradually regain their natural shape. Some hover near the surface while others descend through the pale green-gold liquor. With jasmine buds among the tea, the infusion becomes especially decorative — part drink, part quiet tea-table performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTraditional Glass Brewing — Made to Be Watched\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the most beautiful presentation, use a tall clear glass or a white porcelain gaiwan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–5g per 250ml water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 80°C \/ 176°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst infusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–90 seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLater infusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e increase gradually to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid boiling water: lower temperature protects the tender green-tea sweetness and keeps the jasmine fragrance clear. In a glass, leave the lid off and watch the flat leaves slowly open. For a lighter Chinese-style continuous brew, drink down to roughly one-third of the glass and top up with warm water again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Differs from Other Chinese Green Teas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersus Bi Luo Chun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bi Luo Chun is tightly curled into fine spirals and is usually more airy, high-toned and naturally floral-fruity. Longjing is flatter, more structured and more obviously pan-fired, with bean, nut and chestnut-like notes. Here, jasmine adds floral perfume without removing that Longjing base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersus Huangshan Mao Feng:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mao Feng commonly presents a softer, more orchid-like and tender vegetal profile with elongated buds. Longjing tends to feel more roasted and nutty, with a cleaner pan-fired outline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersus classic jasmine pearls:\u003c\/strong\u003e jasmine pearls are rolled and often emphasize dense, sweet floral fragrance. Jasmine Longjing remains visually flat and distinctly green-tea-led, giving you a clearer contrast between fresh jasmine and toasted Longjing character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTea Culture \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLongjing belongs naturally to the elegant glass-brewing tradition of Jiangnan tea culture: clear water, visible leaf, restrained fragrance and a slow pace. It is especially suited to a quiet morning, an afternoon reading session, a refined tea table, or as a thoughtful Chinese-tea gift for someone who wants an approachable bridge between floral tea and classic green tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea style:\u003c\/strong\u003e jasmine-scented Longjing green tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Longjing green tea from Hangzhou, Zhejiang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJasmine:\u003c\/strong\u003e selected from Jinhua, Zhejiang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest\/listing year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e loose leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this taste like ordinary jasmine tea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The jasmine is prominent, but the cup still carries Longjing’s smoother pan-fired green-tea character, giving it more nutty structure than many conventional jasmine teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaves flat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlat shaping is a signature of Longjing manufacture. The leaves are worked and pressed during pan-firing, producing the recognizable blade-like appearance and contributing to the tea’s distinctive aroma and mouthfeel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I cold brew it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Use approximately 5–6g per 500ml cold water and refrigerate for 4–6 hours for a softer, sweeter, highly fragrant cup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ClayZenith","offers":[{"title":"500g","offer_id":62666257367121,"sku":"CZ-JLJ-500G","price":116.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1069\/6297\/6849\/files\/jasmine-longjing-03_16222b98-7205-4194-a116-d7c8a30086a6.jpg?v=1789714964","url":"https:\/\/clayzenith.com\/products\/2026-jasmine-longjing-green-tea-%e8%8c%89%e8%8e%89%e9%be%99%e4%ba%95-scented-dragon-well-500g","provider":"ClayZenith","version":"1.0","type":"link"}