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Hojicha
Green Tea
Hojicha is a traditional Japanese roasted green tea made from the stems and leaves of late-season harvests. Its gentle roasting process gives it a naturally low-caffeine profile and a warm, toasty aroma with soft caramel-like notes. Smooth and grounding, this tea is especially comforting in the evening and pairs beautifully with desserts thanks to its subtle smokiness and round flavour.
15,50 €
100 g
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The Story
Ingredients
Preparation
Nutritional Values
Pairings
Other information
Hojicha was first created in Kyoto in the 1920s, when tea artisans began lightly roasting leftover stems and leaves over charcoal to reduce bitterness and create a smoother, more comforting cup. Over time, this humble discovery became a beloved everyday tea in Japan — especially in the evening — thanks to its naturally low caffeine content and gentle, nurturing flavour.
Carefully roasted to bring out warm notes of toasted grain and soft caramel, Hojicha reflects the calm refinement of Japanese tea culture: simple, grounding, and quietly elegant. Our organic Hojicha is made from roasted Kukicha (twig tea), giving it a uniquely mellow body and a lingering sweetness that pairs beautifully with dessert or quiet nighttime rituals.
Roasted Kukicha, tart spicy smokiness, very good for dessert. Certified Organic
All ingredients in this green tea are 100% organic.
100 ml Tea* contains on average
Energy 10 kJ / 2 kcal
Fat < 0,1 g
of which saturates < 0,1 g
Carbohydrate < 0,1 g
Sugars < 0,1 g
Protein 0,4 g
Salt < 0,01 g
* based on infusion brewed with 3 g tea with 200 ml water
Sweet pairings
The toasty sweetness of Hojicha makes it an ideal companion for delicate desserts:
vanilla panna cotta or crème caramel
matcha shortbread or sesame cookies
almond cake or rice flour sponge cake
roasted chestnut pastries
Savoury pairings
For a savoury contrast, choose flavours that echo its warmth without overpowering it:
miso rice crackers or toasted nori snacks
poached mushrooms with soy or sesame glaze
lightly salted edamame
mild cheese with toasted bread
These pairings highlight the tea’s roasted aromas and balanced sweetness, allowing its smooth, soothing character to take centre stage.
Each box contains 100 g of tea, providing approximately 35-40 servings.
Shelf life: tea can be stored for up to two years in an airtight, opaque container in a cool, dry place, away from light, moisture, and strong odours to maintain their freshness and flavour.
This blend tea is certified organic according to DE-ÖKO-039.
The pouch is crafted entirely from recyclable materials.
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Description
Hojicha is a traditional Japanese roasted green tea made from the stems and leaves of late-season harvests. Its gentle roasting process gives it a naturally low-caffeine profile and a warm, toasty aroma with soft caramel-like notes. Smooth and grounding, this tea is especially comforting in the evening and pairs beautifully with desserts thanks to its subtle smokiness and round flavour.
FAQs
Hojicha naturally contains very little caffeine. Because it is made from roasted stems (kukicha) rather than young tea buds, it has significantly lower caffeine than most green teas — making it a soothing choice for the evening or after meals. The gentle roasting also softens the flavour, offering comfort without stimulation.
Kukicha is a Japanese “twig tea” made primarily from stems and stalks of the tea plant. Hojicha is kukicha that has been roasted, which gives it its signature toasted aroma, warm caramel-like notes, and even lower caffeine than unroasted kukicha. In other words, Hojicha = roasted kukicha.
In Japan, Hojicha is a comforting everyday tea, often served after dinner, in teahouses, and even to children and the elderly because of its mild nature. It is considered a “hospitality tea” — a warm, soothing cup offered to guests to create a sense of calm welcome and relaxation.
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