Amber Grove - Hojicha Roasted Green Tea Powder

Tea Type: Hojicha (Roasted Green Tea Powder)

Tasting Profile: Toasted cereal, balanced umami, warm and comforting

Caffeine Level: Low

Perfect For: Evening relaxation, those sensitive to caffeine, and anyone who loves warm, toasty, soothing tea

Amber Grove is a premium Hojicha powder - a roasted green tea that offers a completely different experience from traditional green tea. Stone-milled from carefully selected roasted tea leaves and stems, this fine powder brews into a smooth, comforting cup with beautiful amber color and warm, toasted flavors. Perfect for those who find regular green tea too grassy or bitter.

What Makes It Special:

Unlike regular green tea (which is steamed), Hojicha is roasted at high temperatures, transforming the leaves from green to a rich reddish-brown color. This roasting process creates a completely different flavor profile - warm, toasty, and comforting instead of grassy and vegetal. The roasting also reduces the caffeine content significantly, making Hojicha perfect for evening enjoyment.

The Stone-Milling Difference:

Amber Grove is stone-milled into an ultra-fine powder, similar to matcha. This means you're consuming the entire tea leaf, getting maximum flavor and nutrients in every cup. The powder dissolves beautifully in hot water or milk, creating a smooth, creamy texture without any bitterness.

Flavor Experience:

The aroma is warm and inviting - toasted cereal with hints of caramel. The flavor is smooth and comforting with notes of toasted rice, roasted nuts, and a gentle, balanced umami that's savory without being overwhelming. There's no bitterness or astringency - just pure, warm, soothing flavor. The beautiful amber color is as calming to look at as the tea is to drink.

Health Benefits:

- Low Caffeine: Perfect for evening or for those sensitive to caffeine
- Rich in Antioxidants: Despite roasting, retains beneficial compounds
- Calming: The roasting process creates compounds that promote relaxation
- Gentle on Stomach: Less acidic than regular green tea

How to Prepare:

Traditional Hojicha:
- Add 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of powder to a cup
- Pour 6-8 oz of hot water (175-185°F)
- Whisk until smooth or stir vigorously
- Enjoy the warm, toasty flavor

Hojicha Latte:
- Add 1 teaspoon of powder to a cup
- Add 2 oz hot water and whisk into a paste
- Steam 6 oz of milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- Pour steamed milk over the paste and stir
- Sweeten if desired

Perfect For:
- Evening tea (low caffeine)
- Cold weather comfort
- Those who find green tea too bitter
- Lattes and tea drinks
- Relaxation and unwinding

Stone-milled to perfection. A warm, comforting roasted green tea powder that soothes and satisfies.