Loose-leaf roasted hojicha tea from Uji, Kyoto ⋅ Yamamasa Koyamaen ⋅ 40g

Yamamasa Koyamaen is a prestigious Japanese tea brand, particularly renowned for the exceptional quality of its matcha. Founded in 1704 in Uji, near Kyoto, Koyamaen has more than 300 years of expertise in green tea production, making it one of Japan’s oldest and most respected tea producers. 

Traditional techniques have been passed down from generation to generation, until the company began wholesaling in 1861. It continues to produce high-quality teas today, overseeing production from cultivation through to sales. This tea is produced in Uji, near Kyoto, a region renowned for the quality of its green tea.

The brand is best known for its traditional expertise, passed down from generation to generation, and its commitment to maintaining exceptionally high standards in the cultivation, harvesting, and processing of tea leaves. Its products are prized not only for their refined taste, but also for their use in tea ceremonies, haute cuisine, and by chefs and pastry chefs around the world.

Yamamasa Koyamaen teas, particularly its various matcha ranges, stand out for their subtle umami notes, velvety texture, and vibrant color. The brand offers a wide variety of teas, from premium matcha intended for tea ceremonies to more accessible green teas, all cultivated in the Uji region, renowned for the exceptional quality of its terroir.

For one cup: steep 3g (1 teaspoon) of hôjicha in 200ml of water at 100°C for 30 seconds

Store in an airtight container away from light, heat, and moisture. After opening: consume promptly.

100% green tea (Uji, Kyoto, Japan)