Contact Us Hojicha powder is derived from the same Camellia sinensis plant that is used to produce green tea. The green tea leaves, stems, and stalks used for Hojicha tea (also known as Bancha) are harvested later in the season, and the mixture is roasted in a spinning clay drum, giving this roasted green tea a distinctive earthy flavor and reddish-brown color.
Hojicha is a roasted green tea. Like our bulk matcha, Hojicha powder comes from the Camellia sinensisplant used to produce green tea. Unlike matcha, however, Hojicha tea leaves are harvested later in the season and include the stems and stalks of the green tea plant. This mixture is then ground and roasted in a spinning clay drum which gives Hojicha its signature earthy flavor and reddish-brown color.
The unique roasting process involved in Hojicha tea production gives the tea a more robust flavor compared to other green teas. Compared to matcha, Hojicha tea maintains a moderate level of antioxidants and catechins which can help lower the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, and helps naturally reduce cholesterol levels.
The roasting process makes Hojicha tea less astringent and decreases its caffeine content in comparison with matcha, making it a good alternative and a perfect after-dinner tea. Its nutty, caramel-like flavor pairs well with many ingredients and has made Hojicha powder famous in the international culinary market.
With products like Hojicha tea lattes, Hojicha ice cream, Hojicha chiffon cake, and Hojicha cocktails on the rise, this unique green tea is drawing the attention of the tea industry.
