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Dragonwell

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Description

Green tea from the Chinese village of Dragon Well (Lung Ching in local parlance). Dragon Well tea has a distinguished shape. Its leaves are broad and flat, a result of laborious drying. There is something to show for this hard work: Dragon Well tea is refreshingly smooth, sweet and delicate, among the very best of Chinese greens. Our 'Dragon Well Requiem' is a First Grade version of this truly sublime tea.

Story

Lung Ching actually means 'dragon's well', and it refers to a local well that, legend has it, is the lair of a benevolent dragon. Dragonwell tea has been presented as a tribute to many generations of Chinese emperors, and was the tea served to Richard Nixon in his memorable encounter with Mao Tse-tung. It is praised for its 'four uniques': jade color, vegetative aroma, mellow chestnut flavor and singular shape.

Customer Reviews

 | Negative: 25
 | Neutral: 58
Positive: 391
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Tony W.
Feb 4th '12

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"This is my favorite of the non-grassy green teas. It stands up to multiple brews, and although it tastes best with a short brew time it doesn't get too bitter if it brews too long. It also works well if you add some flavored teas to it (fruit, mint, etc.) "
[ 2 mins @ 180°F ]

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Rachel R.
Jan 22nd '12

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"The is a perfect green tea. The flavor isn't super mild but also isn't too 'grassy' tasting."

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Michele S.
Jan 16th '12

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"The tea pairing is a great idea. It's fun to be able to sample the tea and learn more about the different variety of teas you offer. I have already enjoyed this at home!!!"

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Ruta K.
Jan 15th '12

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"Best green tea - on its own and in mixing with berry blends. Love it!"

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Elise M.
Jan 14th '12

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"This is a nice clean green tea. It really hits the spot when you're looking for an unflavored tea that isn't too earthy. "

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Natalie R.
Jan 7th '12

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"An excellent green tea...smooth to the finish, but personally I prefer pi lo chun."

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