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Hojicha Powder
Uji Wazuka Organic

Super Premium 96 P.

SKU
7223-bio
Hojicha Pulver Uji Bio
Hojicha Pulver Uji Bio
Hojicha Pulver Uji Bio
Hojicha Pulver Uji Bio
Hojicha Pulver Uji Bio
Hojicha Pulver Uji Bio
Premium Hojicha powder from the legendary tea village of Wazuka in Uji, grown by Yōichi Nakai, one of the few organic farmers in Uji. Made exclusively from the autumn harvest, certified organic cultivation. Gently roasted, ideal for preparation with water or as a Hojicha latte with dairy or plant-based milk. Also suitable for baking. 100g
Character Full-bodied, delicate sweetness, deep roasted notes, virtually no bitterness
Tea Garden Mr Yōichi Nakai, one of the few organic farmers in Wazuka, Uji
Terroir Wazuka, Soraku, Kyoto
Harvest Autumn harvest, roasted in March 2024
Cultivar Okumidori
Elevation 190m above sea level
Roast Tencha roasted directly over an open fire (直火焙煎), then ground with a ball mill
Cultivation Certified organic cultivation
Laboratory Tests Radioactivity (annual test of region), pesticides, heavy metals and aluminium
Grade 96/100 p. (hojicha category); Super Premium
€16.90
100g

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SKU
7223-bio
€169.00 / 1kg
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Tea Farm

Our farmer, Mr Yōichi Nakai, is the third generation to run his family’s tea farm, where he cultivates tea exclusively to the highest organic standards. Tea grown organically in Wazuka, the green tea mecca of Uji, is a true rarity. But for Mr Nakai, switching to organic farming was a natural choice: the idea of spraying pesticides on tea plants that are later consumed as powder or infusion was simply out of the question. Many of his fields are ideally situated on the central Hara mountainside, which not only serves as Wazuka’s quintessential postcard motif, but also boasts one of the highest elevations in Uji at over 300 metres. The stimulating climate, with its stark temperature differences between day and night, the proximity to the picturesque Wazuka River, and the slope's natural drainage all provide ideal conditions for the tea plants to fully develop the prized Uji flavour.

Character

Tasting Notes

This fine Hojicha powder boasts a full, roasted flavour and a lovely sweetness. Delightful with cow's milk, plant milk, or pure water, as the high-quality leaves ensure that the tea has no unpleasant bitterness. It's also a wonderful alternative to coffee.

Hojicha

For Hojicha, the classic Japanese green tea, the fine needles are gently browned in special Hojicha roasters after being processed into sencha or bancha, developing malty, sweet flavours and even caramel notes. Unlike other teas on the market, we use only the absolute highest quality and first harvests for our Hojicha, making a profound difference in the quality, flavour, and nutritional content. Due to its mild character, Hojicha is extremely popular in Japan and is often served after lavish meals and feasts, especially during the winter holidays.

Laboratory Tests

We go to great lengths to identify the finest organic tea farms across the world’s most celebrated terroirs. All our teas are sourced directly from the farmer and, with a few exceptions, are certified organic or come from pesticide-free farms. Each batch of tea for every harvest is tested for pesticides and other pollutants in an independent German lab to ensure they meet our strict quality standards as well as HACCP food safety requirements. Likewise, the regions of Japan from which we source our teas are tested for radioactivity for every harvest.

Yoshi En

Premium Organic Teas

Our comprehensive portfolio focuses on organic, single-origin teas sourced directly from renowned farms. We believe in creating partnerships with farmers who share our values and are committed to sustainable, responsible tea cultivation. Thanks to these strong relationships our exciting range is constantly growing and evolving. As an international team of dedicated and passionate tea experts, we are committed to preserving centuries-old tea culture while ensuring it remains relevant and continues to bring joy in the present. About Yoshi En.

Cultivation & Processing

Uji is the cradle of Japanese tea culture and is considered the best tencha terroir in Japan. The mountain village of Wazuka is the heart of green tea cultivation in Uji; its reputation as a mecca for fine tea was established over 800 years ago. With the Wazuka River flowing through the picturesque village, drenching the region in a hazy morning mist at sunrise, it regularly tops the list of Japan's most beautiful villages. The soil and mountain slopes enable very good drainage, allowing water to run off quickly and thus causing no stress or damage to the tea plants' roots. This results in supple, thin tea leaves. Due to the cold winter and high humidity, the leaves grow at a slow pace and remain soft and deep in flavour for a long time. High-quality, pesticide-free teas are extremely rare in this region due to high competitive pressures, and it takes years of experience to achieve the harmonious umami that is so coveted. While most matchas are comprised of a blend of different cultivars, this matcha exclusively contains the intensely green Okumidori cultivar.

Single Origin

This Hojicha comes 100% from the above-mentioned tea field and tea farmer in Uji.

 

Organic Certification

Preparation

Brewing Guide

1-2 heaped tsp per 200-300ml (80-90°C) water. Stir well. Particularly suitable as a hojicha latte; just brew for a little longer and add any milk as desired.

Packaging

High-quality, airtight, resealable standing zipper pouch with 9 protective layers to preserve flavour and protect against oxidation and contamination. The tea is vacuum packaged according to the highest standards in Japan, with a small quantity of nitrogen added to the package to protect against oxidation.

Recommended Teapot

This hojicha powder can be added directly to a Yunomi and diluted with hot water. Alternatively, a high-volume, earth-toned Dobin is recommended for making a larger amount of hojicha in style.

Recommended Storage

Ideally store in a quality tea caddy made from cherry tree bark (wooden, kabazaiku chazutsu) or an airtight, double-coated metal tin.

Test results

We find it very important that our teas are pure and produced in a way that respects the environment. For this reason, each one of our teas is tested for pesticide residues by an independent laboratory, the results of which can be found here. Some of our teas are also tested for specific nutritional compounds, in which case the test results are also published here.

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