Li Tong Wu Village, West Lake (Xi Hu)
Pre-Order | Ships Mid April
The Traditional Cultivar
Quntizhong (also known locally as 土茶, “tǔ chá”) is the original Long Jing population cultivar. It grows more slowly and is typically harvested slightly later than #43, although within the Mingqian window. Compare to 43, this cultivar displays• More floral lift
• Greater structure
• Slightly deeper body
• Longer persistence
This is our fourth-year collaboration with our friend Doreen, whose family is based in Li Tong Wu village within the prestigious Xi Hu production area.The Huang family selects and finishes this batch.
2026 Firing Variants
This year we are offering two pan-firing styles from the same Quntizhong batch:
1️⃣ Classic Umami Roast:
fresh, floral, still nutty, sesame, chestnut.
2️⃣ Strong Nutty Roast:
slightly different pan frying style, Brings forward roasted chestnut, fresh walnut, makes the tea more during through 3-4 brews.
Timeline
Harvest: Late March 2026
Arrival in Amsterdam: Early April
Shipping: Early-Mid April
This is a pre-order. Yang will be present in China during harvest and will personally carry the tea back to Amsterdam.
Once sold out, this batch cannot be restocked.
