Genmai Cha
A staff favorite for sure, this classic Japanese tea is a great option for those who love a savory tea. Legend has it that Genmaicha originated in Kyoto, and was originally made by tea farmers who used their cheapest tea and mixed it with a filler (roasted rice) so poor people could afford a pound of tea while also getting more vitamins and minerals from the roasted rice. Fast forward to present day, this tea is one of Japan’s most beloved teas. The puffed and roasted rice perfectly balances the sweetgrass tasting notes of the Sencha green tea. A great try for beginner tea drinkers looking to get into something a little more complicated and seasoned tea drinkers alike.
Steeping Suggestions:
Hot: 180°F Amount: 2 tsp. of tea. Steep: 3 minutes
Iced: Steep 1 oz of tea overnight (or 8-12 hours) in 1 liter of water.
High amount of caffeine.
A staff favorite for sure, this classic Japanese tea is a great option for those who love a savory tea. Legend has it that Genmaicha originated in Kyoto, and was originally made by tea farmers who used their cheapest tea and mixed it with a filler (roasted rice) so poor people could afford a pound of tea while also getting more vitamins and minerals from the roasted rice. Fast forward to present day, this tea is one of Japan’s most beloved teas. The puffed and roasted rice perfectly balances the sweetgrass tasting notes of the Sencha green tea. A great try for beginner tea drinkers looking to get into something a little more complicated and seasoned tea drinkers alike.
Steeping Suggestions:
Hot: 180°F Amount: 2 tsp. of tea. Steep: 3 minutes
Iced: Steep 1 oz of tea overnight (or 8-12 hours) in 1 liter of water.
High amount of caffeine.
A staff favorite for sure, this classic Japanese tea is a great option for those who love a savory tea. Legend has it that Genmaicha originated in Kyoto, and was originally made by tea farmers who used their cheapest tea and mixed it with a filler (roasted rice) so poor people could afford a pound of tea while also getting more vitamins and minerals from the roasted rice. Fast forward to present day, this tea is one of Japan’s most beloved teas. The puffed and roasted rice perfectly balances the sweetgrass tasting notes of the Sencha green tea. A great try for beginner tea drinkers looking to get into something a little more complicated and seasoned tea drinkers alike.
Steeping Suggestions:
Hot: 180°F Amount: 2 tsp. of tea. Steep: 3 minutes
Iced: Steep 1 oz of tea overnight (or 8-12 hours) in 1 liter of water.
High amount of caffeine.
