ChaWuWarmSun Dragon Well Green Tea

This is authentic Long Jing (Dragon Well) from China with the characteristic flat, smooth leaves you'd expect. Multiple reviewers who've been drinking tea for 20+ years confirm it has genuine Dragon Well characteristics - that nutty, slightly sweet flavor with grassy notes. The B-grade designation means the leaves are large and beautiful, just not the absolute top tier, which actually makes it great value for authentic Dragon Well.

Yes, this is actually an excellent starter Dragon Well. It's naturally smooth with very little bitterness, so even if your water temperature isn't perfect, you'll still get a drinkable cup. The clean, mild flavor profile means it won't punish you for brewing mistakes like some greener, grassier teas might. Plus you can steep it 2-3 times, so you get multiple chances to dial in your technique.

Definitely on the delicate side. You'll get gentle notes of toasted nuts, butter, and sweetgrass with a smooth, clean finish. Some reviewers mention it's lighter than they expected - a couple found it too weak for their preference. If you're coming from black tea or want something robust, this might feel underwhelming. But if you appreciate nuanced, subtle flavors you can sip and savor, it's lovely. The aroma is also on the faint side, so this is more about the taste experience.

B-grade refers to the leaf size and appearance, not quality or taste. This has larger, fully intact leaves rather than the tiny, perfectly uniform buds of premium grades. What's interesting is that several experienced tea drinkers found this comparable to Dragon Well they've purchased directly from China. You're getting authentic flavor characteristics at a more accessible price point - the large leaves still deliver that classic Dragon Well taste profile beautifully.

Multiple reviewers specifically praised the packaging, noting the leaves arrived fresh with their green color intact. The vacuum seal is important for Dragon Well because green teas are delicate and can lose their subtle flavors quickly when exposed to air. That said, there was one isolated report of stale tea, so while the packaging is generally excellent, it's worth checking that the seal is intact when it arrives.

Yes, and this is one of the joys of quality loose leaf Dragon Well. The large B-grade leaves hold up well to multiple steepings. Your first infusion will give you the fullest flavor - that buttery, nutty sweetness. The second steep often brings out more of the grassy, vegetal notes. By the third, it's lighter but still pleasant. This is actually a great way to explore the tea's flavor range and get more value from each serving.