Zum Hōjicha Green Tea
Zum Zum Hōjicha delivers the warm, toasted complexity of authentic Japanese roasted tea—perfect for those seeking a smooth, naturally low-caffeine brew that suits any time of day.
Why You'll Love This Zum Zum Blend
- Gentle roasting process: Low-heat roasting preserves sweetness and fresh aroma while reducing caffeine naturally
- Versatile serving: Enjoy hot, with cream, or chilled over ice without losing its palate-cleansing qualities
- Pairs beautifully: The light, reddish cup complements Asian cuisine and refreshes between courses
- Family-friendly: Lower caffeine content makes this blend suitable for all ages
- Heritage roast: Crafted using traditional Sanbancha (3rd flush Bancha), steamed and dried like Sencha before roasting
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes Zum Zum's Hōjicha different? This blend uses premium Japanese green tea roasted at carefully controlled low temperatures. High-heat roasting can strip away the natural sweetness, but this gentle process preserves both flavor and aroma for a balanced cup.
- Is Zum Zum Hōjicha suitable for evening drinking? Yes. The roasting process removes much of the tea's caffeine, making it an excellent choice for late afternoon or evening without the jitters.
- How should I prepare this roasted tea? Brew with hot water as you would standard loose-leaf tea, or cool and pour over ice for a refreshing iced version. The flavor remains consistent across both preparations.
Specifications:
- Origin: Japan
- Leaf Style: Sanbancha (3rd flush Bancha)
- Processing: Steamed, dried, then low-heat roasted
- Ingredients: Premium Japanese Green Tea
- Caffeine: Naturally low
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Caffeine-Free: 0 mg per cup
Decaf: most caffeine removed; a small amount remains
Low Caffeine: 1–19 mg per cup
Medium Caffeine: 20–39 mg per cup
High Caffeine: 40+ mg per cup
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| Price | From $3.49 | From $4.99 | From $8.49 | From $31.99 |
| Price per cup | from $0.46 / cup | from $0.64 / cup | from $0.48 / cup | from $0.48 / cup |
| Brand | Zum Zum Tea | August Uncommon Tea | 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 | Smooth, Fresh, Round | Spice, Fresh, Smooth | Fresh, Smooth, Savory | Fresh, Savory, Smooth |
| Key ingredients | Green Tea | Vanilla, Cardamom, Green Tea | Sencha Green Tea | Sencha Green Tea |
| Origin | Japan | China | Japan, China | Japan |
| Organic | Not listed | Organic | Organic | Organic |
| Brewing | Not listed | 180°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.












