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Zum Genmaicha Green Tea
$3.49
For a green tea that feels warm and comforting from the first sip, Zum Zum Tea's Genmaicha pairs Japanese green tea with roasted rice. The result is a toasty, nutty cup that suits seasoned tea drinkers and newcomers to Japanese tea alike. Some of the rice grains pop while roasting, which is why genmaicha is often called "popcorn tea." The flavor lives up to the nickname.
Why You'll Love This Zum Zum Green Tea
- Toasty, popcorn-like aroma: Roasting gives the rice a warm, grainy scent that fills the cup as it steeps.
- Rounded, mellow flavor: The roasted rice softens the grassy edge of the green tea, leaving nutty, pecan-like notes and a buttery sweetness.
- Pleasant finish: Expect a brass-yellow cup with light astringency and a naturally sweet, almost chewy finish.
- An easy start with Japanese tea: The flavor is gentle and approachable, so this genmaicha makes a good first step before brighter, more vegetal Japanese greens.
- Hot or cold: Brew it hot for an afternoon pot, or cold brew it in the fridge for a smooth, sweet iced glass.
- Sizes for every shelf: Choose a sample to try it, a 2 oz pouch for regular sipping, or 8 oz to keep a steady supply on hand.
How to Brew Green Tea Like This Genmaicha
Heat water to 160–180°F (70–80°C) and steep for 2–3 minutes. Adjust the time to match how strong you like your cup. The rice grains settle on their own as you pour. The same leaves hold up to a second and third infusion with fresh hot water.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Zum Zum Genmaicha Tea have caffeine?
Yes. It is made with green tea, so it contains caffeine, at a medium level. The amount in your cup depends on how you brew it. Shorter steeps at cooler temperatures give a lighter cup, and longer steeps draw out more caffeine.
How do I brew Zum Zum Genmaicha Tea?
Use water at 160–180°F (70–80°C) and steep for 2–3 minutes. Re-steep the leaves with fresh hot water for more rounds.
Can I cold brew Zum Zum Genmaicha Tea?
Yes. Add the tea to room-temperature or chilled water and leave it in the refrigerator for 6–8 hours. You'll get a smooth, naturally sweet glass with very little astringency.
Specifications
- Ingredients: Genmaicha Green Tea
- Caffeine: Medium (contains caffeine from green tea)
- Tea type: Green
- Origin: Japan
- Format: Loose leaf
- Sizes available: Sample, 2 oz, 8 oz
- Flavor notes: Toasted rice, nutty, buttery-sweet, light vegetal
- Liquor color: Brass yellow
- Brewing: 160–180°F (70–80°C), 2–3 minutes. Can be re-steeped or cold brewed for 6–8 hours.
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| Brand | Zum Zum Tea | Palais des Thés | Loose Leaf Tea Company | Harney & Sons |
| Tea type | Green tea | Green tea | Green tea | Green tea |
| Format | Loose leaf | Loose leaf | Loose leaf | Loose leaf |
| Caffeine | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Flavor notes | Savory, Round, Smooth | Smooth, Savory, Fresh | Fresh, Smooth, Savory | Fresh, Savory, Smooth |
| Key ingredients | Genmaicha Green Tea | Roasted Rice, Green Tea | Sencha Green Tea | Sencha Green Tea |
| Origin | Japan | Japan | Japan, China | Japan |
| Organic | Not listed | Not listed | Organic | Organic |
| Brewing | 180°F · 2–3 min | 170°F · 2–3 min | 180°F · 2–3 min | 180°F · 2–3 min |
Characteristics come from each brand's product information. Price per cup is an estimate: one tea bag or 2.5 g of loose tea per cup.
