Japan: Light Roast Hojicha Powder

A light roast hojicha powder with a soft, nutty profile and gentle sweetness, smooth, delicate, and tea-forward.

Light roast hojicha that highlights the softer side of roasted green tea. With a gentle roast, it brings out notes of toasted grain, light nuts, and natural sweetness, with minimal smokiness.

Compared to dark roast hojicha, light roast is more subtle and refined, ideal for those who prefer a smoother, less intense cup. It works especially well in lighter milk drinks or prepared as a simple whisked tea.

This is a more delicate expression of hojicha, offering clarity and balance rather than boldness.

Origin: Uji, Japan

Cultivar: Blend of Uji varietals

Flavor Profile: Toasted grain, light nuttiness, soft caramel, clean, smooth finish

Preparation: Whisk 2-3 g Hojicha powder with 60 ml (2 oz) water at 70 °C (160 °F) until frothy

For the best-tasting tea, use high-quality or filtered/bottled water