HOJICHA POWDER Place: Kirishima Mountains, Kagoshima Prefecture, Southwestern tip of the Island of Kyushu, Japan Profile: subtle caramel sweetness, roasted pecans, notes of chocolate Our Hojicha powder is a roasted green tea from the volcanic region of Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan that delivers a naturally sweet, toasty flavor, making it a favorite alternative to matcha. Unlike matcha, which is made from shade-grown leaves, Hojicha powder is created by roasting hojicha tea leaves, stems, and twigs over charcoal, giving it a warm brown hue and a distinct aroma of caramelized nuts. Net Wt: 30g (1.05 oz) in an elegant black tin Ingredients: Organic Roasted Green Tea Powder Preparing Hojicha With a Traditional Whisk Measure - measure approximately one teaspoon of hojicha powder using a bamboo scoop (chashaku) into your tea bowl (chawan) Add Water - proceed to add 60 ml of warm filtered water. Whisk - Hold your tea bowl with one hand, and hold your bamboo whisk (chasen) in the other. Use a gentle circular motion to break up large clumps, then switch to a rapid zigzag pattern to whisk up the hojicha powder. Enjoy - Add more water, or pour the tea over milk for a Kyoto-style iced hojicha latte. *We have the perfect Long Tail Cat Tea Set for you to accompany this tea, don't forget to check it out. With Mason Jar Add 1 cup of ice, 60 ml of cold filtered water, and 2 teaspoons of Hojicha Powder into a glass mason jar. Close the lid tightly and shake for a few seconds until the Hojicha Powder is fully dissolved. Add 180 ml of cold milk and 1 teaspoon of sweetener (if desired) into the mason jar. Stir and enjoy, or close the lid to shake once more for a frothy drink. Tea Tip: Storing Your Hojicha To keep your Hojicha fresh and flavorful, always seal the tin tightly after each use. Store it in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight, heat, moisture, and strong odors. Proper storage helps preserve the tea’s delicate aroma and taste.