Dragonwell

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Dragonwell (or Long Jing) is one of China’s most famous tea varieties. The umami heart—chestnut, with hints of grass and toasted grain—pulses steadily. Meanwhile the chewy–sweet aftertaste lingers pleasantly, mostly plum, with a soft floral silhouette. A longer or hotter steep reveal's Dragonwell's fiery nature, roasted notes come to the forefront, producing a bold, bracing cup. If you like to experiment with steeping times and temperatures, then this tea makes a rewarding study.

A pan-roasting finishing process creates the distinctive flat leaf shape, and fixes a range of vivid, jade green hues. This method also brings out a robust flavor profile.

The name Dragonwell comes from a legend about a well with dense water. After a rain, the lighter rainwater floats to the surface. The rain water exhibits twisting motion with the well water. The interaction between the two waters resembles the movement of a Chinese dragon.

Customer Reviews (4.4 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Scarlett ★★★★★ Sep 10, 2026

The chestnut note comes through so clearly in the first steep, with that grassy edge right behind it. What really got me is the aftertaste—it stays sweet and almost chewy for a good minute after I swallow. Steeped it at 175°F for about two minutes and it's easily the smoothest green tea I've had.

Harper O. ★★★★★ Sep 9, 2026

Brewed this in my office mug and the toasted grain aroma alone made me slow down and actually enjoy the afternoon. The chewy, sweet aftertaste really does linger for a good minute after each sip, which is exactly what I hoped for in a Dragonwell.

Edward ★★★★★ Sep 8, 2026

That chestnut note hits right up front and carries through to a chewy-sweet finish that stays with you minutes after the sip. The grassy undertones keep it from feeling heavy, and it’s become my go-to afternoon cup when I want something calm but not boring.