Steep time
1–3 min
Recommended
Steeps
2
Recommended
Water temp
85°C
Adjust to taste
Leaf ratio
—
Oxidation
—
Caffeine
medium
Typical
Highlighted notes
Caramel
Overview
Best pick • solid green choice from Japan
Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
A dark roasted Houjicha possessing a roasted nut taste with sweet caramel tones. Sourced direct from Obubu's farm in Kyoto. Tasting Notes: - Well balanced roast which doesn’t dominate the tea- Roasted nut taste with sweet caramel tones Harvest: Summer, June 2025 Origin: Kyoto Obubu Tea Farm, Wazuka-cho, Soraku-gun, Kyoto Prefecture, JapanCultivar: MixedFarmer: Akihiro “Akky” KitaSourced: Direct from the farmerPercentage of price going back to the farmer: 20%+ Brewing Advice:- Heat water to roughly 85°C/185°F- Use 1-2 teaspoons per cup/small teapot- Brew for 60-90 seconds Packaging: Resealable ziplock bag Location: