Origin: Zhejiang Province, mainly around West Lake, Hangzhou
Type: Green tea
Flavor: Toasted chestnut, sweet grass, umami
Processing: Pan-fired to prevent oxidation
West Lake Longjing vs Regular Longjing
Feature
Regular Longjing
West Lake Longjing
Region
Various provinces
Core area in Hangzhou (e.g., Lion Peak)
Aroma
Grassy
Roasted chestnut, floral
Price Range
$10–$40 / 100g
$60–$300 / 100g (genuine origin)
Craftsmanship
Machine-processed
Hand-picked, hand-fired
Buying Tip: Look for Pre-Qingming (Ming Qian) harvests and verify regional authenticity.