Hoji-Genmaicha consists of two harmonious yet slightly contrasting flavor components: It is a blend of hojicha and genmai, a marriage of roasted tea and roasted rice that makes for a wonderful iced or hot tea!
It is a good alternative to sweetened coffee.
Origin: Shizuoka
Harvest: Between First and Second Harvests
Cultivar: Yabukita
Tasting Profile:
It offers a comfortable, toasty aroma of roasted tea leaves and roasted brown rice. The genmai (roasted brown rice) slightly sweetens the roasted bancha leaves.
Den's Preferred Brewing:
Leaf-water ratio: 2-3 g (~1 tsp)/4 oz
Water: Boiled; Steep: 30 sec
2nd Cup Water: Boiled; Steep 15 sec
For a cup of Iced Tea:
Steep as directed for hot tea.
Once you brew it, put ice into the cup to lock in the aroma.
