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SINGLE ORIGIN ORGANIC HOJICHA

Single Origin, Single Cultivar, Shizuoka, Japan

£17.99 GBP

Roasted green tea powder from Japan. Warm, toasty flavour with natural caramel notes and low caffeine.
Vegan & Organic
Description

Best Hojicha offers a completely different experience from traditional matcha. Made from roasted green tea leaves that are then stone-ground into powder, hojicha has a warm, toasty flavour with natural caramel notes and a beautiful reddish-brown colour.

The roasting process reduces caffeine content significantly, making hojicha perfect for afternoon or evening enjoyment. The comforting, mellow flavour appeals even to those who find traditional matcha too vegetal or intense.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

Authentic Japanese roasting — Deep, toasty flavor that’s both soothing and aromatic.

Low in caffeine — Perfect for afternoons and evenings without the jitters.

Single-origin quality — Sourced exclusively from Shizuoka for consistent taste and purity.

Versatile — Delicious hot or iced, and exceptional for lattes and baking.

Smooth & gentle — Naturally low bitterness with warm, rounded flavor notes.

HOW TO USE
  • Traditional: Whisk 2-3g (one perfect scoop) with hot water (80-90°C)
  • Latte: Add 2-3g to steamed milk with a touch of honey
  • Iced: Whisk with cold water and ice
  • Baking: Incorporate into desserts for unique roasted tea flavour
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Origin: Japan.
Type: Roasted green tea powder.
Weight: 30g.
Processing: Roasted then stone-ground.
Flavour profile: Toasty, caramel notes, mellow, slightly nutty.
Caffeine: Low (significantly less than matcha).
Best for: Afternoon/evening drinking, lattes, those new to Japanese tea, culinary use.
Storage: Keep sealed in a cool, dark place. Use within 3 months of opening for optimal freshness.

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Taste profile: Intense umami, silky, and naturally sweet
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Taste profile: Rich umami, creamy, vibrant, and refined
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ORGANIC HOJICHA

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Taste profile: Warm, toasty, caramel, nutty, smooth and comforting
Best for: Calm, low-caffeine rituals & evening lattes

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Quality Sourcing of Matcha

We work with a farms in Shizuoka, Japan - a region renowned as Japan's premier tea-growing area.

This isn't just about geography, it's about partnership. We know our growers personally, we understand their methods, and we share their unwavering commitment to quality.

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