Kyoto Hojicha – Dark Roast

Sale price R 199.00Regular price
Regular price R 199.00
Kyoto Hojicha – Dark Roast
Kyoto Hojicha – Dark Roast
Sale price R 199.00Regular price
Regular price R 199.00
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Kyoto Hojicha – Dark Roast

Origin: Japan
Region: Wazuka, Kyoto
Cultivar: Yabukita
Harvest: Spring – Summer 2025

Tasting Notes

Single-origin Yabukita hojicha from the renowned Wazuka fields, masterfully roasted with caramelised aroma.

About this Tea

This single-origin Wazuka Hojicha is made from premium Yabukita leaves grown in Kyoto’s Wazuka, the heart of Uji tea production. Carefully roasted to develop a rich, caramelised aroma and warm, toasty flavour with smooth, savoury umami, this powdered hojicha is perfect for lattes. Its deep, comforting character brings the authentic taste of Kyoto’s famed tea fields straight to your cup.

Specifications

  • Deeply roasted and comforting
  • Smooth, mellow body with natural sweetness
  • No bitterness or sharpness
  • Notes of toasted hazelnut, cacao husk, caramelised sugar, and warm wood
  • Soft, smoky finish with lingering warmth

  • Caffeine: ~8 mg
  • L-Theanine: ~6 mg
  • Total Antioxidants: ~140 mg
  • EGCG: ~18 mg
  • Calories: ~4 kcal

  • Add 2g–3g hojicha powder (1–1½ tsp) to a cup or bowl.
  • Pour over 80–100 ml hot water (85–90°C).
  • Stir or whisk until fully dissolved and smooth.
  • Enjoy slowly - warm, roasted, and soothing.
  • Optional: sweeten with honey, maple syrup, or brown sugar.

  • Creamy hojicha latte with oat, dairy, or soy milk
  • Iced hojicha shaken with milk or poured over ice
  • Naturally sweetened with vanilla or coconut sugar
  • Blended into smoothies or protein drinks
  • Excellent in desserts, baked goods, and chocolate pairings

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