The "lightly roasted Houjicha" has quickly
become one of Maikotea’s most popular products. After
the harvest at the beginning of May Karigane tea (stems
and leaves) is slowly roasted in a porcelain pot over
charcoal at a low temperature altering the color tints
from green to a light brown.
Houjicha infusions have a light- to reddish-brown appearance
and are less astringent due to losing catechins during
the firing process. The roasted flavors are extracted
and dominate this blend replacing the vegetative tones
of standard green tea with a toasty, slightly caramel-like
flavor. This process also lowers the amount of caffeine
in the tea. Asairi Houjicha is a perfect tea for children
and the elderly and can be served with or even after
the evening meal before going to sleep. |
Asairi
Houjicha has a lighter color than regular Houjicha. |
