{"product_id":"houjicha","title":"Houjicha","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted from carefully selected tea leaves grown in Wazuka, Kyoto, one of Japan's most renowned tea-producing regions, our Houjicha Powder delivers a rich and comforting roasted tea experience unlike any other.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike traditional Japanese green teas that are steamed after harvest, houjicha undergoes an additional artisan roasting process that transforms its flavor profile. The word \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehoujicha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e comes from the Japanese word \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehoujiru\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (焙じる), meaning \"to roast,\" and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003echa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, meaning \"tea.\" This roasting process creates the tea's signature aroma and deep, satisfying character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Azuma houjicha is produced using specially selected tencha tea leaves, the type of tea used to make matcha, that are steamed, dried, and then meticulously roasted using proprietary deep-roasting techniques. By carefully controlling roasting time and temperature, we develop a complex profile featuring notes of toasted nuts, coffee, caramelized sugar, and subtle chocolate, balanced by a lingering natural sweetness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe roasted tea is then finely milled into a smooth powder, making it exceptionally versatile for both beverages and culinary applications. Whether prepared as a traditional houjicha latte or incorporated into ice cream, pastries, desserts, and specialty drinks, it delivers a distinctive depth of flavor and aroma.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade with 100% tea grown in Wazuka, Kyoto, this houjicha contains no artificial coloring, preservatives, or chemical additives, just pure Japanese tea craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToasted nuts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark chocolate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoasted coffee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCaramelized sugar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGentle sweetness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth, earthy finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100% Green Tea (Houjicha Powder)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wazuka, Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spring tenchatea leaves and stems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrinding Method:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Jet Air Pulverization\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tézon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61922715730290,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"MXN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/3967\/6786\/files\/houjicha.jpg?v=1781214217","url":"https:\/\/tezonmatcha.com\/products\/houjicha","provider":"Tézon","version":"1.0","type":"link"}