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Description
Organic* Hojicha is made of organic* Japanese bancha tea, a mixture of pan-fired and slow roasted green tea leaves that yield a rich, nutty brew. Escape and find your retreat overlooking a glistening Lake Motosuko in the Japanese Alps with this organic* green tea. Within the green tea category, Organic* Hojicha contains lower levels of caffeine.
Ingredients
Organic* green tea
Health Benefits
Both black and green tea originate from the same plant, the Camellia sinensis. However, the final product differs in style, taste and caffeine content due to differences in processing. Green teas are not fermented or fully oxidized like black teas, but instead steamed or pan fired.
Like black teas though, green tea contains an abundant source of natural plant-derived antioxidant compounds called polyphenols. Included within the broad antioxidant polyphenol class are flavonoids and catechins. A kind of flavonoid, catechins are found in tea leaves and may provide protective antioxidant action against harmful free radicals. Research shows that these free radicals cause heart disease, some kinds of cancer and increase the risk of strokes.
Drinking green tea with its high antioxidant levels help protect the body by combating dangerous free radical activity. Further health benefits of green tea may include lowering cholesterol, strengthening the immune system, promoting healthy blood vessel functionality
History
Green Teas have been drunk by the Chinese and Japanese for centuries. However, the story of Hojicha may have started in 1920 when a Kyoto tea merchant decided to roast a surplus of green tea leaves. A pan roasted tea, Hojicha is made from Japanese Bancha.
Use
Serve Organic* Hojicha alongside spicy and nutty foods. Also pairs well with strong cheeses. An ideal tea to promote digestion and improve circulation.
Caffeine Level
Less Caffeine
Refresh yourself with a delicious cup of fresh tea with less caffeine as your afternoon pick-me-up.
Character
Leaves: Brown and tan roasted leaves
Aroma: Rich, nutty
Colour: Golden-brown liquor
Taste: Sweet and smooth, roasted woody flavor
Origin
Japan
* = Organic : bio control BE-BIO-03
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