Unlike traditional green teas, Hojicha's roasted Sencha and Bancha leaves offer a captivating nutty, caramel taste that sets it apart. It is roasted in a porcelain pot over charcoal, instead of steamed like most other Japanese teas.

This medium-caffeine tea is warm, and comforting, and appeals to tea enthusiasts seeking distinctive experiences and interested in exploring Japanese tea traditions. Hojicha's versatility as a hot or iced beverage makes it a year-round favorite. 

Details:

• Ingredients: Japanese green tea
  
  
• 2.5 ounces of loose leaf tea in a resealable plastic bag
  
  
• Makes 30-50 cups of tea
  
  
• Use one to two teaspoons of tea in 8 ounces of water at 212 degrees
  
  
• Steep for 1 minute
  
  
• Caffeine level: medium
  
  
• Nicely boxed

Ikeda brand Japanese tea is distributed by Little Prayer Tea Company, a family-owned business in Seattle, WA. It is named for their grandma Masako Ikeda, aka Margie.