Product Overview This 2026 Early Spring Long Jing is a "Pre-Qingming" harvest, plucked during the most coveted window when the tea buds are at their most tender and nutrient-dense. This A+++ grade selection undergoes traditional pan-firing, resulting in the iconic flat, sword-like shape and a vibrant, pale-green hue. It represents the quintessential Zhejiang green tea experience: elegant, clean, and structurally balanced.
Sensory Profile
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Aroma: A classic "pan-fired" profile featuring a distinct toasted soybean fragrance, layered with subtle notes of fresh chestnut and a fleeting orchid-like florality.
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Palate: The taste is exceptionally crisp and refreshing, reminiscent of cold mountain spring water. It offers a rich umami depth (the "Long Jing sweetness") without any harsh astringency.
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Finish: The texture is smooth and "active," stimulating immediate salivation (shengjin) and leaving a lingering, sweet floral clarity in the throat.
Brewing Instructions
To appreciate the "Two Leaves and a Bud" symmetry, the Top-Drop Method in a glass vessel is recommended:
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Tea-to-Water Ratio: 3g of leaf per 150ml of water.
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Water Temperature: 80–85°C (176–185°F). Do not use boiling water, as it will damage the delicate nutrients and aromatics.
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Method: Fill a tall glass cup 70% with hot water first, then gently drop the leaves onto the surface. Watch as they slowly absorb water and descend vertically.
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Steeping: Enjoy once the majority of the leaves have settled. Refill when the water level reaches the bottom third to preserve the flavor balance for 3–4 infusions.