Hojicha

Warm, smooth, and deeply comforting, Hojicha is a roasted green tea powder with rich toasted cereal notes and a gentle savory umami finish. Roasting gives the tea its mellow, cozy character while reducing the grassy sharpness often associated with traditional green tea.

Stone-milled into a fine powder, Hojicha blends easily into hot tea or creamy lattes. Its naturally lower caffeine level makes it an especially nice choice for afternoon sipping or anyone looking for a calmer alternative to matcha.

Choose this if: You want a mellow, roasted green tea with toasted cereal notes and a gentle umami finish. It's cozier, less grassy, and lower in caffeine than matcha.

Best for: Afternoon and evening sipping, creamy hojicha lattes, and anyone who wants a calmer alternative to matcha or coffee.

Brewing tip: Whisk about 1 teaspoon of powder into 2 oz of hot water (about 180°F) until smooth, then top with 6 oz more hot water or steamed milk for a latte.