Hojicha Powder

Japanese Hojicha Powder (100g)

Sourced directly from a third-generation tea maker in Uji, we selected this lightly roasted hojicha powder for its gentle toasty aroma and light caramel sweetness.

Compared with more heavily roasted hojichas, this one retains more of the fresh character of the original sencha green tea, creating a lovely balance between fresh and roasted aromas.

Great for making lattes or baking with. If you enjoy light and creamy hojicha lattes, this is a particularly lovely choice. It's become one of our favorite afternoon drinks!

Specifications

NOTES  Toasty, nutty, caramel, sweet, woody

ORIGIN  Kyoto, Japan

LEAF  Leaves and stems (high-quality sencha)

CRAFT Sencha is roasted and jet-milled

ROAST Light

CAFFEINE Low

Brewing Instructions

Hot latte: 

4g sifted hojicha powder, whisked in 70ml of 85-90°C water

• Warm 100ml of your preferred milk to around 70°C and foam
• Pour milk into hojicha base
• Optional: add your preferred sweetener to taste

Iced latte:

4g sifted hojicha powder whisked in 70ml of 85-90°C water

• Optional: Add your preferred sweetener to the hot base
• Pour 100ml of your preferred cold milk into an ice-filled glass
• Pour hojicha base over the ice

Suggested Pairing:

Red bean, black sesame, or apple-cinnamon pastries

Storage:

We recommend keeping hojicha powder in a cool, dry and dark place, such as a shaded cupboard. Once opened, it's best consumed within 3-6 months for optimal flavor and freshness.