01Hot
- Amount
- 1 teaspoon (about 2.5g)
- Water
- 80°C
- Time
- 3 minutes
Cooler water keeps it smooth. Boiling can make it a touch bitter.
Green Tea
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Hojicha
Roasting gives this Japanese green tea its warm, nutty flavour and toasty aroma.
- Caffeine
- Lower caffeine
- Brew
- 1 tsp · 80°C · 3 min
- Milk
- No milk needed
- Best
- Evening green tea
Regular price
£5.20
Regular price
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£5.20
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- Packed by hand in Huddersfield
- Packed by our Huddersfield team
- Free UK delivery from £35
Which size should I choose?
50gTry it first, or keep a few different teas open.
100gA sensible everyday pouch for most tea drinkers.
200g+Best when it is already part of your tea shelf.
Quantity
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People who find green tea grassy: roasted, nutty and naturally lower in caffeine.
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Hojicha
Roasted Japanese green tea
The green tea that doesn't taste green
Hojicha swaps grassy sharpness for toasted warmth — nutty, mellow and lower in caffeine. A proper evening cup for anyone who finds green tea a bit much.
- Origin
- Japan
- Caffeine
- Lower than most greens
- Milk?
- Best without
- Best time
- Afternoon or evening
The story
Roasted over charcoal, not steamed
Most Japanese green teas are steamed, keeping things fresh and vegetal. Hojicha goes a different way. The leaves and stems are roasted at high temperature over charcoal, turning them from green to a rich copper brown. That roasting swaps out the grassy notes for something warmer and more approachable.
The flavour sits somewhere between tea and toast. There are roasted nuts, a hint of caramel, warm wood and a gentle natural sweetness. No bitterness, no sharpness, just a smooth amber cup that feels like putting a cardigan on.
Hojicha first appeared in Kyoto in the 1920s. It has been a Japanese household favourite ever since, often served in the evening or to children because of its mellow character and lower caffeine.
How to brew it
Keep the water gentle
02Second steep
- Amount
- Same leaves
- Water
- 80°C
- Time
- 2 minutes
A lighter cup but still plenty of flavour. Good for a second round.
03Iced
- Amount
- 1.5 teaspoons per cup
- Water
- Cold
- Time
- 8–12 hours in the fridge
Cold brewing brings out the sweetness and makes a refreshing summer drink.
Shop tip: If you usually find green tea too sharp, try Hojicha at 75°C for an even softer, sweeter cup.
Made for moments like
After dinner
When you want something warm but not caffeinated enough to keep you awake. The Japanese have been doing this for a century.
Rainy afternoon
Curl up with a book and a pot of something toasty. Hojicha and drizzle go together.
New to green tea
If other greens have put you off, this one might change your mind. All the warmth, none of the grass.
Lovely withRice crackersShortbreadDark chocolateToasted teacakeRoasted nuts
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Good questions
Things people ask us in the shop
Does Hojicha contain caffeine?
Yes, but less than most green teas. The roasting process reduces caffeine, making it a gentler choice for evenings or for those sensitive to caffeine. It is not caffeine-free though.
Why is it brown if it is green tea?
The colour comes from roasting. The leaves start green but turn copper brown during high-temperature charcoal roasting. The brewed liquid is a clear amber rather than the pale green of steamed teas.
Should I add milk?
We would not. The flavour is best on its own, clean, toasty and naturally sweet. Milk tends to muddle those delicate roasted notes.
How many cups will I get from a 50g pouch?
Using about 2.5g per cup, a 50g pouch makes roughly 20 cups. The 100g size gives you around 40.
How should I store it?
Keep it sealed in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and strong smells. An airtight container or the resealable pouch works well. It will stay fresh for months stored properly.
Full product details
Hojicha is a bright yet deeply comforting loose leaf Japanese green tea — smooth, refined, and beautifully balanced.
Unlike most green teas, Hojicha is gently roasted over charcoal, transforming fresh tea leaves and stems into a rich, amber infusion with warm, toasty character. Expertly crafted in Japan from premium tea material, this loose leaf Hojicha develops inviting notes of roasted nuts, warm wood, caramelised grain and a soft, natural sweetness — with none of the grassy sharpness often associated with green tea.
Roasting gives the tea its warm, toasted character. It still contains caffeine; we do not have a measured amount for this product. Comforting in the evening, grounding in the afternoon, and effortlessly drinkable at any time of day, it’s a Japanese green tea that feels both distinctive and reassuring.
Toasty • Nutty • Mellow
Why you’ll love it
- Fresh, clean flavour with a crisp finish
- Brewed carefully, it stays smooth (not bitter)
- A refined daily tea with real quality
Ingredients
See product details for full ingredients.
Brewing guide
- Amount: 1 teaspoon per cup
- Water: Water at 80°C
- Time: 3 minutes
FAQs
Does it contain caffeine? Yes — it contains natural caffeine.
Can I drink it with milk? We recommend enjoying it without milk so the flavour stays clean and clear.
How should I store it? Keep it sealed, cool and dry — away from heat, sunlight and strong aromas.
Put the kettle on, take it easy
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