





Organic Genmaicha Yamabuki
- Description
- Tasting Notes
A variation of our beloved organic genmaicha, this offering from Uji is blended with a specially selected first-harvest Sencha that makes for a smooth and refined cup. The rice, a sweet mochi selection from Hokkaido, was picked for its exquisite depth. The toasty nuttiness of the perfectly roasted rice paired with the floral umami of this sencha is an afternoon treat not to be missed.
Aroma: nori, heirloom popcorn, nuts.
Flavor profile: silky mouthfeel. Slightly floral sweetness with mellow tones of chamomile and melon buoyed by umami. Medium body.
Store in a cool, dark location. Best consumed within 3 months.
Organic Genmaicha Yamabuki
Brew Guide

180ml (6oz)

5g (2tsp)

180-190ºF. Cooler temperatures will bring out more of the tea's sweetness, while hotter temperatures will extract nuttier flavors from the rice.

We recommend 1 - 2 minutes depending on your preference.
What is Genmaicha?
Genmaicha is a blend of loose-leaf tea, usually bancha (but in this case, a sepcial sencha!), with "genmai." Genmai is commonly brown rice, but Mizuba's genmaicha is made by roasting white mochi rice, which is crunchier and sweeter than regular rice.
The rice provides a satisfyingly sweet, nutty taste, which is balanced by the light green tea. Many say the aroma is reminiscent of popcorn! Originally enjoyed in rural areas, genmaicha's complementary flavors became exceptionally popular and it is now one of the most common Japanese teas.
Though accessible to all palates, our genmaicha is anything but pedestrian. Feel free to snack on the leftover rice!
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