Organic Miyazaki Hojicha

An excellent organic hojicha from Gokase Town in Miyazaki which is made from a selection of pan-fired ichibancha (first flush) stems and leaves that are lightly roasted in order to achieve a hojicha of exceptionally fine quality with outstanding aroma and the smoothest sweet-roast nectar!

The fine aromas of this hojicha come from a combination of pan-firing and complex roasting of the leaves. This combination produces aroma that is quite different from steamed tea leaves that have been roasted into hojicha, and to us, also superior. The aroma offered is more refreshing, more stimulating, even a little flowery, without any excessive smokiness or roastiness.

On the palate this tea is a complete purist's delight, it is as smooth as you like, and offers a bouquet of wonderful stimulating sweet-roast flavors with a touch of greenness in the mix!

If you are somebody who knows hojicha well, or you consider yourself a connoisseur of Japanese green tea in general, you will not fail to spot the outstanding craftsmanship of this organic hojicha, and you will surely want to give it a try!

Origin	Miyazaki, Kyushu, Japan
Organic Certification(s)	JAS
Harvest Date	May/June 2011
Harvest Period	100% Ichibancha (First Harvest)
Brewing Suggestion	In a large Japanese teapot: Place 10-15g of tea into the teapot. Pour about 1 liter of hot water into the teapot. Leave to infuse for 1-2 minutes and serve. Allow to cool slightly before drinking. In a small Japanese teapot: Place 6g of tea into the teapot. Pour about 180ml/6oz of 80-90°C water into the teapot. Leave to infuse for 30 seconds - 2 minutes (adjust time to taste) and serve. Allow to cool slightly before drinking.
NET Weight	100g (3.53oz)