1. Long Tinh Tea
Longjing Tea (龙井) is definitely the first name to mention in the list of famous Chinese teas. The origin of Longjing Tea originates from Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, China. This place is very unique in nature, with a cool climate, abundant water sources with a gentle fragrance, sweet tea with a pale yellow-green color, and a charming, rich taste. Hangzhou Longjing is considered top quality, with a very high status among all green tea brands in the world.
Longjing tea leaves are thin, small, with long and round buds. The leaves are bright green and have a faint, extremely mild fragrance. Some types of Long Tinh tea today, after being produced for a period of time, no longer retain their original flavor. To distinguish, you need to clearly understand the characteristics of leaf color and characteristic scent of tea. Premium tea leaves must have a slightly yellowish green color and a gentle and faint scent like orchids.
The process of harvesting and processing Long Tinh tea is extremely careful. All steps are done manually to preserve the most original flavor of the tea. Longjing tea is not crushed but placed directly on the pan, gently pressed to flatten the tea but not crushed. Currently, Long Tinh tea is increasingly used thanks to its effects in preventing cancer, laxative, supporting the digestive system, losing weight and detoxifying..
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