Hojicha Tea
Hojicha is roasted green tea, usually made from bancha or sencha leaves toasted at high heat.
Flavor Profile
What does Hojicha taste like?
Hojicha is roasted green tea, usually made from bancha or sencha leaves toasted at high heat. Roasting turns the leaves brown and strips out much of the caffeine while adding warm, nutty, caramelized notes. The cup is smooth and toasty with little bitterness, making it a favorite for evenings and for children in Japan.
Bar length reflects the relative prominence of each flavor note (dominant first), not a laboratory measurement.
Origin
Japan
Known for steamed green teas, shade-grown umami, and powdered matcha.
Brewing Guide
How to Brew Hojicha
Brewing parameters are a starting point and can be adjusted to taste.
Caffeine
Caffeine in Hojicha
Typical brewed serving
Hojicha is a low-caffeine green tea. A typical brewed serving contains about 8–30 mg of caffeine.
Values can vary depending on quantity, brewing time, serving size, and preparation method.
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FAQ
Hojicha Tea FAQ
Quick answers about Hojicha tea, drawn from its flavor, origin, caffeine, and brewing profile.
What is Hojicha tea?
Hojicha is roasted green tea, usually made from bancha or sencha leaves toasted at high heat.
Does Hojicha tea have caffeine?
Yes. Hojicha is a low-caffeine tea, typically 8–30 mg per brewed serving.
What does Hojicha tea taste like?
Hojicha is known for a profile led by Roasted, Nutty, and Smooth, with a light body.
How do you brew Hojicha tea?
Use about 3 g of tea per 250 ml of water at 80–90°C, steeping for 1–2 minutes. It can be re-steeped 1–2 times.
Is Hojicha tea bitter?
Bitterness is not a defining note of Hojicha; its profile centers on Roasted, Nutty, and Smooth.