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Genmaicha (Brown Rice Tea)

Originally a way to stretch expensive tea for everyday drinking. Some rice grains pop during toasting, creating the white puffs visible in the blend. The combination of vegetal tea and nutty rice creates a uniquely comforting cup.

Tasting Notes

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Origin

Shizuoka, Japan, Japan

Plant

Yabukita

Land

0–200m

Craft

Autumn / Winter (bancha base) harvest. Steamed sencha blended with roasted and popped brown rice.

Brewing

Teapot
95°Ctemp
5gper 400ml
3–5 minsteep
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