{"product_id":"longjing-tea-longjing-wencha","title":"Premium Longjing Green Tea （Dragon Well）","description":"\u003csection class=\"ig-product-story\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eLongjing Green Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eA spring-harvest Chinese green tea from Zhejiang, selected for a smooth, calm and quietly refined daily cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLongjing, also known as Dragon Well tea, is one of China's most loved green teas. It is gently pan-fired, giving the leaves their soft roasted aroma, smooth body and clean chestnut-like finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAt Indulgence Green, Longjing is personal. Our family background is rooted in Zhejiang tea culture, and this tea reflects the kind of green tea we grew up with: fresh, whole-leaf, simple to brew, and made to be enjoyed slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSpring-harvest Longjing green tea from Zhejiang\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWhole loose leaves, never tea bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSmooth, lightly roasted and naturally elegant\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA classic first Chinese green tea for beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eShips from the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew to Longjing?\u003c\/strong\u003e Start with a smaller size for tasting. Choose a larger size if this is already part of your daily tea ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy This Longjing Is Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis is not a generic green tea. It is a spring-harvest whole-leaf tea chosen through a family connection to Zhejiang tea culture, then made approachable for everyday brewing in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSpring harvest leaves selected for freshness and clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eZhejiang origin, the traditional home of Longjing tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFamily tea background, not anonymous sourcing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWhole leaves with a smoother, cleaner cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBeginner-friendly brewing guidance\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePacked with care and shipped from the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose This Longjing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eMost people in the UK know green tea through tea bags, supermarket blends or Japanese sencha. Longjing offers something different: a smoother Chinese green tea with warmth, balance and a gentle roasted note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIt is easy to enjoy without milk or sugar, and it does not need a complicated tea ceremony. Brewed simply, it becomes a calm daily ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis is the tea to choose if you want your first proper Chinese green tea to feel clear, fresh and quietly special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSofter than many sharp or grassy green teas\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMore aromatic than standard tea bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGentle enough for first-time Chinese tea drinkers\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRefined enough for gifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePractical enough for daily drinking\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eFrom Zhejiang To Everyday Tea In The UK\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eGreen tea has been part of our family life for generations in Zhejiang, where spring harvest marks the beginning of the tea year. Growing up around tea gardens shaped how we understand freshness, patience and the quiet pleasure of a well-brewed cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAfter moving to the UK, we realised many people were curious about Chinese green tea, but had only tasted it as something bitter, generic or difficult to prepare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIndulgence Green exists to share the kind of tea we know from home: fresh whole leaves, brewed simply, and enjoyed slowly in everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy It Is Worth The Price\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis tea is priced differently because it is made differently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eSupermarket green tea is often designed for speed and convenience, using smaller broken leaves that brew quickly and can become harsh. Longjing is valued for whole leaves, careful pan-firing, freshness and aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYou are paying for a cleaner cup, better texture, more natural fragrance and leaves that can be brewed more than once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWhole leaves instead of broken tea dust\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSpring-harvest freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMore aroma and texture in the cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCan be infused more than once\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA smoother alternative to ordinary green tea bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat Does Longjing Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLongjing is smooth, calm and gently roasted. It is not strongly grassy or floral. The flavour is rounded, with a soft chestnut note and a clean green finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSoft chestnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLight roasted aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFresh green leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSmooth body\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClean, lightly sweet finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest moment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quiet mornings, focused afternoons, gentle hosting, thoughtful gifting, and slow tea breaks without milk or sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Zhejiang Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLongjing is deeply connected to Zhejiang, China. The region is known for the tea gardens, processing skill and cultural tradition behind Dragon Well tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eOrigin matters because green tea is shaped by where it grows, when it is harvested and how the leaves are handled. Zhejiang Longjing is known for its flat leaf shape, smooth roasted aroma and balanced character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eFor Indulgence Green, Zhejiang is not just a place name. It is where our relationship with green tea began.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eZhejiang is the traditional home of Longjing tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSpring harvest is central to freshness and flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePan-firing creates Longjing's gentle roasted note\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe tea carries a clear Chinese origin, not a generic green tea profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eLongjing Or Japanese Green Tea?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eMany UK tea drinkers are more familiar with Japanese green teas such as sencha. Those teas are often steamed, giving them a brighter, grassier and sometimes more intense flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLongjing is pan-fired. This gives it a warmer, smoother and more rounded character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIf you find Japanese green tea too sharp or grassy, Longjing may feel calmer and easier to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eLongjing Green Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChinese green tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePan-fired\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSmooth and gently roasted\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSoft chestnut note\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGood for beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eJapanese Green Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOften steamed\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBrighter and grassier\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCan taste sharper\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFresh and vivid\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBest for people who enjoy a more intense green profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Loose Leaf Instead Of Tea Bags?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eTea bags are convenient, but they often contain smaller broken leaves. These brew quickly, but can become bitter or flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWhole-leaf Longjing opens slowly in water. This gives a cleaner flavour, softer texture and more complete aroma. It also lets you adjust the strength of the cup to your own taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWhole leaves give a smoother cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBetter aroma than most tea bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLess harsh bitterness when brewed gently\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCan be brewed more than once\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMore control over strength and flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWho Is This Tea For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLongjing is for people who want green tea to feel calmer, more refined and easier to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou are trying Chinese green tea for the first time\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou want green tea without sharp bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou usually drink tea bags but want something better\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou enjoy Japanese green tea but want a softer alternative\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou want a thoughtful gift with cultural meaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou want a clean afternoon drink without coffee\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou like simple rituals that make the day feel slower\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eNot For You If\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou want a strong black tea with milk\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou prefer sweetened or flavoured tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYou want a very grassy or seaweed-like green tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eFirst Time Drinking Longjing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe most common mistake is using boiling water. Longjing is delicate. Cooler water keeps the cup smooth and brings out the soft roasted aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eBrewing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80-85 C\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea amount:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-3g leaves per cup, or around one teaspoon\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst infusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 2 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecond infusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use the same leaves again for 1-2 minutes. The second cup is often softer and rounder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest vessel:\u003c\/strong\u003e A glass cup, small teapot or gaiwan\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUsing boiling water\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSteeping for too long\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUsing too many leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAdding milk or sugar before tasting it plain\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eJudging the tea before trying a second infusion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimple beginner method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the leaves in a glass cup. Add 80-85 C water. Wait around 2 minutes. Sip slowly. Refill when one third of the water remains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eA Quiet Gift With Meaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLongjing makes a thoughtful gift because it feels personal without being showy. It has a clear origin, a long cultural history and a flavour that is easy to appreciate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIt is especially suitable for people who enjoy tea, wellness, design, quiet rituals or meaningful gifts with a story behind them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClassic Chinese green tea with cultural depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eElegant without feeling formal\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEasy for beginners to brew\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSuitable for tea lovers and first-time drinkers\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePairs beautifully with teaware\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Indulgence Green?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIndulgence Green is built around a simple idea: authentic Chinese green tea should feel close, calm and easy to enjoy in everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eOur family connection to Zhejiang tea culture shapes what we choose. We look for fresh whole leaves, clear flavour and teas that do not need exaggeration to feel special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWe are here to introduce Chinese green tea to the UK in a way that feels honest, elegant and personal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFamily background in Zhejiang tea culture\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFocused on fresh whole-leaf Chinese green tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBuilt for UK customers discovering Chinese tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClear brewing guidance for beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eQuiet, thoughtful tea for daily life and gifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eLongjing Tea FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhat is Longjing tea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLongjing, also called Dragon Well tea, is a famous Chinese green tea from Zhejiang. It is known for its flat leaves, smooth body, gentle roasted aroma and soft chestnut-like flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eIs Longjing good for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. Longjing is one of the best Chinese green teas for beginners because it is smooth, balanced and easy to enjoy when brewed with cooler water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy does freshness matter in Longjing tea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eFreshness matters because green tea is delicate. Spring-harvest Longjing has a cleaner aroma, brighter leaf character and smoother taste than older or poorly stored green tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eDoes Longjing tea taste bitter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLongjing should not taste harsh when brewed correctly. Use 80-85 C water and avoid over-steeping. If it tastes bitter, the water may be too hot or the brew may be too long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHow is Longjing different from Japanese green tea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLongjing is pan-fired, which gives it a smoother, warmer and lightly roasted profile. Many Japanese green teas are steamed, giving them a brighter, grassier and sometimes more intense taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy is loose leaf Longjing better than tea bags?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWhole loose leaves give more aroma, smoother texture and a cleaner cup. Tea bags often contain smaller broken leaves, which can brew quickly and become bitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eCan I brew Longjing more than once?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. Longjing can usually be brewed more than once. The second infusion is often softer and more rounded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eIs Longjing suitable as a gift?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes. 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