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Ways to Enjoy Hojicha

From creamy lattes and delicious desserts to a freshly brewed cup of roasted Japanese tea, there are many ways to enjoy hojicha. Discover how to bring its distinctive roasted aroma and smooth, nutty flavor into your everyday creations.

Guide for Hojicha Powder

Enjoy the rich, roasted aroma of hojicha in a creamy hot or iced latte. Hojicha powder pairs beautifully with dairy milk as well as oat, almond, and soy milk. Choose Light Roast for a mild, smooth flavor or Dark Roast for a deeper, more robust roasted taste.

Hot & Iced Hojicha Lattes

  1. Add the recommended amount of hojicha powder to a bowl or cup.
  2. Add a small amount of hot water and whisk thoroughly using a bamboo whisk (chasen) until smooth.
  3. Add hot or cold milk and mix well.
  4. Sweeten to taste, if desired. For an iced latte, pour over ice.
Latte Size Powder Amount
Regular (200 ml) 3 g (approx. 1½ tsp)
Large 5 g (approx. 2½ tsp)

Milk Options: Dairy, oat, almond, or soy milk
Serving Style: Hot or iced

Adjust the amount of powder to your preferred taste.

Hojicha Over Ice Cream

One of the simplest ways to enjoy hojicha powder is to sprinkle it over your favorite ice cream. Its nutty, roasted notes pair especially well with vanilla ice cream, adding a delightful contrast to the sweetness.

Baking & Desserts

Hojicha powder is also a wonderful ingredient for cookies, cakes, muffins, brownies, and other baked goods. Try incorporating it into batters, doughs, creams, or frostings to add a distinctive roasted tea flavor and a warm, earthy color.

Guide for Loose Leaf Hojicha

While hojicha powder is ideal for lattes and desserts, loose leaf hojicha offers another way to experience the comforting aroma of Japanese roasted tea.

Freshly brewed hojicha has a beautifully fragrant, toasty character and a smooth, refreshing taste. It can be enjoyed hot or chilled.

How to Brew Loose Leaf Hojicha

  1. Add the proper amount of tea leaves to a teapot (2 tbsp. for 4 servings).
  2. Pour boiling water into the pot, about 7 oz per serving.
  3. Allow about 30 seconds of brewing time.
  4. Pour evenly into each cup, including the flavor-rich final drops.
No. of Cups Tea Amount
1–2 cups 1 tbsp.
3–4 cups 2 tbsp.
5–6 cups 3 tbsp.
Water Temp Brew Time
Boiling 30 sec.

Enjoy Hojicha Your Way!

Whether whisked into a creamy latte, added to your favorite dessert, or brewed in a traditional teapot, hojicha offers endless possibilities.

Explore the rich world of Japanese roasted tea and find your favorite way to enjoy it.