Japanese Beverages and Snacks

Genmaicha Green Tea Roasted Rice 玄米茶

Roasted brown rice is added to green tea to produce genmaicha which is light brown in colour. As some of the grains of rice pop during roasting, the tea has a distinct popcorn flavour, and is also referred to as “popcorn tea”. The addition of brown rice results in a tea that is low in caffeine and bitterness.

Genmaicha Green Tea has its natural sweetness and almost chewy character and a light scent of freshness and toasty aroma. Genmaicha are seen as a modest source of vitamin B1. Genmaicha can be drunk late into the evening without fear that it will disturb sleep.

Today, it is universally popular due to its mild flavour and the pleasant nutty taste of the roasted rice.