Hojicha

Hojicha occupies a wonderfully unique place in the world of tea, a roasted green tea that trades the grassy brightness of its unroasted cousins for something altogether warmer and more contemplative. Crafted from carefully selected tea leaves and stems that are slowly roasted over charcoal, our hojicha is stone-milled into a fine powder that dissolves smoothly and brews into a cup of remarkable depth and comfort. The roasting process also reduces the caffeine naturally, making it a gentle, soothing choice at any hour of the day.

On the palate, the first thing you notice is a toasty, caramel-like warmth that feels almost like the memory of a wood fire, rich and enveloping without any bitterness. Notes of roasted cereal and a soft, earthy sweetness follow through the mid-cup, balanced by a quiet umami that gives the tea its characteristic body and smoothness. The finish is clean and lingering, with a gentle warmth that settles rather than fades. Whether whisked into a traditional bowl, prepared as a latte, or simply steeped and sipped slowly, this is a tea that invites you to slow down and stay a while.