Description
Houjicha is a traditional style of Japanese green tea made with bancha tea leaves from the autumn and winter harvests. An additional hot roasting step transforms bancha by way of the maillard reaction into light brown leaves that brew an amber-red infusion. While it looks dark, Houjicha is technically a green tea, offering a uniquely smooth flavor with accents of chocolate, coffee and roasted barley. The roasting step also slightly lowers the caffeine level, making for a mild cup that is delicious any time of day or night.
Caffeine
Origin
Kagoshima, Japan
Description
Houjicha is a traditional style of Japanese green tea made with bancha tea leaves from the autumn and winter harvests. An additional hot roasting step transforms bancha by way of the maillard reaction into light brown leaves that brew an amber-red infusion. While it looks dark, Houjicha is technically a green tea, offering a uniquely smooth flavor with accents of chocolate, coffee and roasted barley. The roasting step also slightly lowers the caffeine level, making for a mild cup that is delicious any time of day or night.
Tasting Notes
Amber colored infusion with a smooth flavor and accents of chocolate and roasted barley
Ingredients
Organic green tea
Preparation
1.5 Tbsp
12oz
185
0F
3 minutes
5g
350mL
85
0C
3 minutes
Traditional Preparation
Water Temperature: 185°F
Leaf to Water Ratio: 4 grams per 8 ounces
Steep Times: 1 minute (1st infusion), 45 seconds (2nd infusion)
For the best infusions, we recommend brewing this tea in a Kyusu teapot.
Leaf to Water Ratio: 4 grams per 8 ounces
Steep Times: 1 minute (1st infusion), 45 seconds (2nd infusion)
For the best infusions, we recommend brewing this tea in a Kyusu teapot.
Reviews
Reviews
Delicious Tea
I received a sample of this with my order. It is very smooth and satisfying. It looks dark in the cup
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, but has no bitterness. I am planning on ordering with a future order.
Sharon
Houjicha
Great tasting tea. Arrived in time frame promised. I intend to order form Rishi again.
Jesse
Houjicha Tea
I have tried many brands of Houjicha tea over the years but the quality from Rishi Tea is consistently
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the best.
Jim
Woody and rich
Excellent tea. Woody, mildly astringent, very smooth. No sharp, bitter transitions in the flavor profile
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. Barley is prominent.
David
A refreshing everyday green tea with a mild sweet flavor and pleasant roasted aroma
Refreshing and brisk with a pleasant bitter-sweetness, deep umami flavor and a greenish-golden infusion color
Fresh, grassy high notes with a smooth body, savory flavor and crisp finish