Hojicha is a unique Japanese green tea that stands apart from others because of its roasting process. Made from sencha, bancha, or kukicha leaves and stems, hojicha is roasted at high temperatures, giving it a toasty, nutty, and slightly caramel-like flavor that is smoother and less bitter than traditional green teas. Developed in Kyoto in […]

Mugicha, or Japanese roasted barley tea, is a staple beverage in many East Asian countries, particularly Japan and Korea. Unlike traditional teas made from Camellia sinensis leaves, mugicha is brewed from roasted barley kernels, giving it a unique toasty, nutty flavor with a mild bitterness and coffee-like aroma. Because it contains no caffeine, mugicha is […]

Barley tea, known as mugicha in Japan, bori-cha in Korea, and damai cha in China, is a traditional roasted grain tea enjoyed for centuries across East Asia. Unlike green or black tea, it is not made from tea leaves but from roasted barley kernels, which are steeped in hot water to create a nutty, roasted, […]

Bancha is one of Japan’s most beloved everyday teas, often served at home and in casual restaurants. Unlike sencha or gyokuro, which are harvested from younger leaves in early spring, bancha comes from mature leaves picked later in the season. This later harvest gives bancha a more earthy, mild flavor, a lower caffeine content, and […]

Green tea is one of the world’s oldest wellness drinks and one of the most researched. It’s made from the unoxidized leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant, which keeps more of the delicate compounds that give green tea its reputation for supporting long-term health. In a cup you’ll find a mix of catechins like EGCG, […]

Kukicha, also known as twig tea, is a traditional Japanese green tea made from the stems, stalks, and twigs of the Camellia sinensis plant. Unlike teas that rely solely on leaves, kukicha has a lighter, nutty flavor with a creamy undertone, making it an appealing choice for those who prefer a gentler taste. Its unique […]

Jasmine green tea is one of the most celebrated teas in Asia, prized for its delicate fragrance and smooth flavor. Traditionally crafted by layering green tea leaves with fresh jasmine blossoms, it combines the proven health benefits of green tea with the calming aromatics of jasmine flowers. The result is a beverage that not only […]

Sencha is the most popular type of green tea in Japan and one of the most widely consumed teas worldwide. Made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant, it is steamed, rolled, and dried to preserve its natural compounds. Unlike matcha, which is powdered, sencha is brewed from whole leaves, giving it a distinct […]

Matcha is a powdered green tea made from shade-grown leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. Unlike regular green tea, where you steep and discard the leaves, matcha allows you to consume the entire leaf, giving it a higher concentration of antioxidants, caffeine, and amino acids (1). This makes matcha one of the most nutrient-dense teas […]

Genmaicha is a Japanese green tea blend made from sencha or bancha mixed with roasted brown rice. Sometimes called “popcorn tea,” it has a warm, nutty flavor and lower caffeine content compared with other green teas. Like other teas from the Camellia sinensis plant, genmaicha is rich in antioxidants and plant compounds that may support […]