Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Longjing Village: Hangzhou’s ultimate green tea experience

Tue, 12/27/2011 - 14:57 — Anonymous Show map at bottom of page If Marco
Polo had traipsed through Hangzhou in a single day, he probably would've left
the city remembering three things -- West Lake, beautiful women, and dragon
well tea (龙井茶). Fast forward about 800 odd years and that still holds
true. One of the most prized and expensive teas in China, dragon well green
tea has a light yet unmistakable fragrance and calming taste. Known locally
as Longjing, the best harvests are traditionally reserved for government
officials and the wealthy elite.read more

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