House Roasted Satsuma Houjicha

50g

$30.00

House Roasted Satsuma Houjicha

$30.00

Tasting Notes

Toasted Rice
Swiss Chard
Applewood

Information

Producer: The Ikeda Family
Cultivar:
Production Area: Satsuma, Kagoshima
Production Year: 2025
Packaging: 50g

Roasty
Earthy
Nutty

This house roasted houjicha is made from an asamushi, or light steamed, sencha from the Ikeda family in the Satsuma region of Kagoshima. Teas from the southern tip of Kyushu are known for their expressive verdancy and crisp character. There is a clarity to light steamed teas that allows the natural flavors of the leaf to shine, which also makes them the perfect basis for houjicha. In the cup, we find notes of baked apple, toasted rice, and light spice.

Preparation

Iced

Water: 150ml
Leaf Amount: 6g (195F)
Brew Time: 2 minutes

Pour over ice

Hot

Water: 180ml (190°F)
Leaf Amount: 5g
Brew Time: 1 minute

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The Ikeda Family

Led by Kenta Ikeda — a certified 10th-Dan Tea Master (an elite rank held by only a few in Japan) — the Ikeda family selects leaves from Kagoshima’s diverse terroirs and refines them in two dedicated factories (one for sencha/roasted leaves, one for matcha) to guarantee exceptional taste and safety for both domestic and global markets. True to its roots in the Tenmonkan district of Kagoshima, The Ikeda family remains committed to elevating Kagoshima tea’s reputation worldwide, while staying grounded in craftsmanship.