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Houjicha
Organic Green Tea
4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
32

Houjicha

"Smooth, very flavorful with a pleasant and mild roasted taste, and considering it's exceptional quality, it is also a good value." - Dave B.

Houjicha is a traditional style of Japanese green tea made with bancha tea leaves from the autumn and winter harvests.

50+ Servings
$52.00
10+ Servings
$14.50
2+ Servings
$3.50

Amber colored infusion with a

smooth flavor and accents of

chocolate and roasted barley

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.

  • Imperial
  • Metric
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.

Miyazaki, Japan

Kyushu Island, Japan

Miyazaki is located in the beautiful region of Kyushu, Japan, which is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes, volcanic soils, delicious local cuisines. The region’s particular climate is well suited for green tea cultivation and is one of Japan’s largest organic tea production areas. 

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Based on an 8oz cup of tea made with suggested steeping method relevant to the tea type. An average cup of coffee contains about 90 – 120 mg / 8oz cup.

ORIGIN

Miyazaki

Kyushu Island, Japan

Miyazaki is located in the beautiful region of Kyushu, Japan, which is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes, volcanic soils, delicious local cuisines. The region’s particular climate is well suited for green tea cultivation and is one of Japan’s largest organic tea production areas. 

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4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
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Reviews Summary
Customers say: this tea has a toasty, roasted flavor with nutty and chocolatey notes that's smooth and satisfying. Many appreciate its earthy, savory taste and lack of bitterness typical of green tea. The robust flavor works well for daily drinking and pairs nicely with other teas. Common feedback highlights the quality and value, with repeat customers praising consistent excellence. A few note the roasted taste is strong or mention occasional batch variations in flavor.
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  • Veronika
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    Houjicha
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    7 months ago
    Comforting and mellow

    Wonderful savory and earthy taste. I steep it a bit longer than the usual 3 minutes for green tea so it has more flavor. It has none of the bitterness of typical green tea if that is of concern.

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  • Meaghan O.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 minutes ago
    A Rich and Comforting Favorite

    This has become one of my favorite teas and a regular part of my daily tea ritual. I also love it in powder form when I’m making a latte. It’s delicious both ways!

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  • Kate H.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 months ago
    Favorite new tea!

    I start everyday with green tea and now I am obsessed with this one! It’s toasty and warm in the best way. I will be purchasing again!

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  • Scott L.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 months ago
    Toasty Roasty

    This is a delicious tea! It has toasted, roasted, nutty, almost chocolatey notes and a loooong finish

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  • Christina H.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 months ago
    rich, choco and satisfying

    A beautiful take on Japanese green tea. Rich and deep flavor.

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