Long Jing Superior 2026
Like warming sunshine on a cool spring morning. For this year’s Long Jing Superior, the sought-after notes of roasted chestnut are layered with a particularly soft vegetality, reminiscent of spring vegetables gently roasted in butter.
The liquor is creamy and sweet, with no hint of bitterness, making it excellent for brewing directly in a glass. With its balanced energy and remarkably warming effects, this is an excellent tea to start the day.
Written by Mynta
- ORIGIN: Xinchang, Shaoxing, Zhejiang, China
- MEANING: Dragon well (long jing)
- HARVEST TIME: 27 February 2026
- CULTIVAR: Wu Niu Zao
- TASTE: Chestnut, bamboo shoots, ghee
IN THE TEAPOT
- Quantity: 6g / 500ml
- Water temperature: 80°C
- Infusion time: 4 min
GONGFU CHA METHOD
- Quantity: 3g / 150ml
- Water temperature: 80°C
- 4 infusions: 60, 45, 60, 90 sec
For best results in gongfu cha, brew in a tall glass and fill with water before adding the leaves. Too high water temperature would burn the leaves, resulting in bitter taste.