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Organic Hojicha – Roasted Sencha from Shizuoka

This Hojicha is based on a blend of the structured Yabukita cultivar and terroir-influenced Zairai plants. Through thermal treatment at approximately 200 °C, the leaves undergo a controlled Maillard reaction that transforms the chlorophyll and catechins they contain. This roasting process significantly reduces astringency and caffeine content, while pyrazines provide a distinct roasted aroma with nuances of dark cocoa and walnut. The result is a full-bodied infusion with an amber-colored cup that impresses with its low acidity and gentle mouthfeel.

Key Features

• Standard: 100% Organic
• Cultivar Blend: Yabukita for balance and Zairai for aromatic depth.
• Processing: Gentle drum roasting of steamed sencha.
• Profile: Low astringency, subtle smoky note, highly drinkable.
• Suitability: Enjoyed on its own as an evening tea or as a base for hojicha lattes and infusions.

Brewing Recommendations

• Amount: 3 g per 200 ml of water
• Water temperature: 90 °C
• Steeping time: 180 seconds for the first infusion, 30 seconds each for the second and third infusions

Thanks to its potential for multiple infusions, this Hojicha reveals new facets with every infusion—sometimes fresher, sometimes smoother, sometimes with a lighter mineral note. An invitation to slow down, in perfect harmony with the rhythm of your own day.

Contents: 50 g loose tea
Origin: Shizuoka, Japan
Certification body: DE-ÖKO-003

Responsible food business operator:
Kogacha, UENO CONSULT e.K., Frankfurter Straße 147, 63263 Neu-Isenburg