Longjing Green Tea (Dragon Well) — Bulk Wholesale from Hangzhou
Longjing (龙井, “Dragon Well”) is China’s benchmark pan-fired green tea from Hangzhou, Zhejiang. Flat, smooth spear-shaped leaves, chestnut aroma and a soft, nutty sweetness. We supply West Lake (Xihu), Qiantang and Shifeng style Longjing in pre-Qingming (Ming Qian) and pre-Grain-Rain (Yu Qian) picks, nitrogen-flushed and cold-stored to preserve the fresh harvest character.
Product Specification
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| English name | Longjing Green Tea (Dragon Well / Lung Ching) |
| Chinese name | 龙井茶 (西湖龙井 / 钱塘龙井) |
| Category | Green tea (pan-fired flat), GB/T 18650 |
| Origin | Hangzhou & Shaoxing, Zhejiang, China |
| Harvest | Ming Qian (before 5 Apr) & Yu Qian (before 5 May) spring picks |
| Main markets | Japan, Europe, North America, Chinese restaurants worldwide |
| Minimum order | 300 kg per grade |
Grades & Styles — How to Choose
| Grade / Style | Grade & harvest | How to identify |
|---|---|---|
| Special grade (Ming Qian) | Pre-Qingming, one bud one leaf | Tender flat spears, high chestnut aroma, sweet umami |
| Grade 1–2 (Yu Qian) | Pre-Grain-Rain pick | Slightly broader leaf, fuller body, still excellent |
| Grade 3–4 (daily drink) | Late spring pick | More leaf texture, economical for teahouse & catering |
Liquor: pale jade-yellow, sparkling | Aroma: toasted chestnut, fresh beans | Taste: soft, nutty-sweet, low astringency
Buyer checklist: demand harvest-date declaration and cold-chain evidence — Longjing loses aroma fast at room temperature. Fake “West Lake” labels are common; we declare Xihu/Qiantang zone honestly with traceable lot codes.
Technical Parameters (per lot COA supplied)
| Parameter | Specification | Method / Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤ 6.5% | GB 5009.3 |
| Total ash | ≤ 7.0% | GB 5009.4 |
| Tea dust / powder | ≤ 1.5% | Sieve test |
| Water extract | ≥ 32–36% | GB/T 8305 |
| Tea polyphenols | ≥ 15–20% | GB/T 8313 |
| Pesticide residue | EU MRL (EC 396/2005) compliant | SGS / Intertek per lot |
Packing & Supply Terms
- 5 kg aluminum-foil laminated bags with nitrogen flush, 4 bags per export carton
- Refrigerated (-5 ℃ to 5 ℃) storage to preserve aroma and color
- Container loading: 20GP ≈ 9–11 MT, 40GP ≈ 17–19 MT
- Lead time: spring crop pre-booking 15–30 days; stock 7 days
- Payment: T/T (30/70) or L/C at sight; FOB Shanghai / Ningbo
Certifications & Export Documents
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin (CO / Form A / RCEP as applicable), Phytosanitary Certificate, per-lot COA (moisture, ash, pesticide residue EU MRL Reg. EC 396/2005), Health Certificate. Halal certificate available for Islamic markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Ming Qian and Yu Qian Longjing?
Ming Qian is picked before the Qingming festival (5 April) — the earliest, most tender buds with the highest aroma and price. Yu Qian (before 5 May) has slightly larger leaves, fuller body and much better value; most wholesale buyers choose Yu Qian Grade 1–2.
Is this real West Lake Longjing?
We offer both certified West Lake (Xihu) protected-origin material and Qiantang zone material with honest zone declaration — at very different price points. Certification tags available for Xihu lots.
How is Longjing shipped to keep it fresh?
Nitrogen-flushed 5 kg foil bags, cold storage in transit where required, and we recommend sea shipment only in reefer containers or air freight for top grades.
Can you supply organic Longjing?
Yes, EU/US organic certified Longjing from contracted Zhejiang bases is available with pre-booking for the spring crop.
What is the MOQ?
300 kg per grade; samples 50–200 g free, courier collect.
Request a Quote
Contact Smileaf Tea (Xiamen, China) for FOB prices, free samples (50–200 g, courier collect) and OEM/private-label solutions. Related products: Biluochun Green Tea, Chunmee 41022, Green Tea Guide