FullChea Longjing Dragonwell Green Tea

This is actually an excellent beginner tea, and reviewers back that up. It's affordable enough that you won't feel bad if you over-steep or under-steep while learning, the 250g bag gives you plenty of room to practice, and the delicate flavor is forgiving — it won't turn aggressively bitter the way some green teas do. Several reviewers specifically mention it as their first foray into loose leaf tea and say it's a clear step up from bagged green tea. It's also a great introduction to what real Dragonwell/Longjing tea tastes like without the premium price tag.

This is one of the tea's weaker points, honestly. While premium Dragonwell can go 3–5 steeps, reviewers note that this FullChea version starts losing significant flavor after the first or second steep. The first infusion is the best — rich and toasty. The second is lighter but still drinkable. After that, you're mostly getting hot water with a hint of green. To get the most from each steep, keep your water temperature at 170–180°F and don't over-steep the first time around.

The biggest mistake is using water that's too hot. Boiling water will scorch the delicate leaves and make the tea bitter — stick to 170–180°F. Another common mistake with this particular tea is over-steeping on the first infusion. Since reviewers note the flavor can weaken after the first steep, you want to nail that initial brew. Use about a tablespoon of loose leaves per cup, steep 1–2 minutes, and taste from there. Also, don't expect premium-grade whole leaves — this tea does contain some broken leaves and stems, which is normal for the price point but means you'll want a fine-mesh infuser.

This is where proper technique really pays off with this tea. Reviewers who get the best results use water at 170–180°F (not boiling — that's the most common mistake with green tea). Steep for about 1–2 minutes for the first infusion. The tea rewards good brewing technique with a fuller, more authentic longjing flavor. You can get a second steep, though reviewers note the flavor does weaken noticeably after the first or second infusion, so keep your steeping times short on that first round to get the most out of it.

This tea is actually well-suited for daily drinking — that's one of its strongest selling points. Reviewers consistently praise the value: at 250g per bag with quality comparable to much pricier brands, it's affordable enough to be your everyday green tea without feeling like you're burning through expensive leaves. The flavor is described as delicate and pleasant, which makes it an easy daily drinker. Just don't expect each cup to be a mind-blowing tea ceremony experience — it's a solid, reliable daily green tea.

You get 8.8 oz (250g), which is a generous amount of loose leaf tea. At about 2–3 grams per cup, that works out to roughly 80–125 cups of tea. Reviewers highlight this as a major value point — the bag lasts a long time, especially at the price. If you're drinking 1–2 cups a day, you're looking at one to three months of daily tea from a single bag.

Since this tea includes some smaller broken leaf pieces and stems alongside the larger leaves, you'll want a fine-mesh basket infuser rather than a large-hole infuser ball. A basket-style infuser that sits in your cup gives the leaves more room to expand, which helps with flavor extraction. A gaiwan (lidded cup) is also a great traditional option for Dragonwell — just pour through a strainer. Avoid very cheap tea balls with large holes, as the smaller pieces may slip through.

For this FullChea Dragonwell, measure about 1–2 teaspoons of loose leaves per 8 oz cup. Heat your water to 170–180°F — a thermometer or variable-temperature kettle helps here. Pour water over the leaves and steep for 1–2 minutes. You can use a gaiwan for a more traditional approach or a fine-mesh basket infuser (recommended since this tea has some smaller leaf pieces). The first steep will give you the best toasty bean flavor that Dragonwell is known for. A second steep is possible but expect a lighter cup.

You can cold brew this Dragonwell, and it's actually a forgiving method for this tea. Add about 1–2 tablespoons of loose leaves to a pitcher with cold water and refrigerate for 6–8 hours or overnight. Cold brewing produces a smoother, naturally sweeter cup that minimizes any bitterness. It's a great way to enjoy the tea's delicate, toasty character in a refreshing way, especially in warmer weather.

Absolutely. You have two options: cold brew it overnight for the smoothest result, or brew it hot at double strength (use twice the leaves) and pour over ice. The hot-to-iced method preserves more of that distinctive toasty bean flavor that makes Dragonwell special. With 250g in the bag, you'll have plenty of tea to experiment with both methods and find what you prefer.

Green tea is widely recognized for its antioxidant content and potential health benefits when consumed daily, including supporting metabolism and overall wellness. With 8.8 oz (250g) in this bag, you'll get plenty of daily cups — reviewers specifically mention the large quantity lasting a long time, making it practical and affordable for a daily green tea habit. Just keep in mind that green tea does contain some caffeine, so you may want to enjoy it earlier in the day if you're sensitive.

Regular green tea drinkers often report improved energy and focus, better digestion, and an overall sense of wellness. Research supports benefits like antioxidant protection and metabolic support. With a daily-drinking-friendly tea like this FullChea Dragonwell — which reviewers praise for its large quantity and affordable price — establishing a daily habit is practical. The toasty, delicate flavor profile also makes it easy to look forward to each day without palate fatigue.

Green tea offers antioxidant protection (particularly from catechins like EGCG), moderate caffeine for gentle energy, L-theanine for calm focus, and research-backed support for metabolism and cardiovascular health. Specifically with this FullChea Dragonwell, you get an authentic Chinese green tea with minimal processing, which preserves more of these beneficial compounds compared to heavily processed tea. The loose leaf format also means fewer additives compared to some bagged teas.