Ippodo Tea Bags

Description:
Ippodo’s most popular tea flavors packaged in large easy-to-use teabags that allow you to brew tea quickly and efficiently at meal time for yourself and guests.  Held inside a resealable bag to maintain freshness, each package of tea comes with an explanation of the tea as well as brewing instructions written in both English and Japanese.

Gyokuro: A hearty and sweeter green tea than Sencha, Gyokuro teas are cultivated in shade to bring out more complexity and deeper flavors. Has more caffeine than coffee.
 
Genmaicha: A green tea mixed with roasted, popped brown rice. Earthy and savory flavor with a popcorn-like aroma.

Mugicha (Barley): Caffeine-free, you can enjoy it cold after brewing. A fresh tasting tea for warmer summer days.

Kuki Hojicha (Roasted Stems): Roasted green tea made with newly sprouted kuki, or stems. Less bitter than regular hojicha. Highly prized in the Hokuriku and Kansai regions of Japan.

Kuki Sencha (Stems): There is some sweetness from the stems and a little astringency. Also has a spicy fragrance reminiscent of Japanese sansho. Perfect for relaxation.

Measurements:
Mugicha (Barley Tea) — 18 tea bags / Net Wt. 180g
Kuki Hojicha & Kuki Sencha — 9 tea bags / Net Wt. 63g
Genmaicha  — 9 tea bags / Net Wt. 90g
Gyokuro — 6 tea bags / Net Wt. 42g

History: 
For more than three centuries, Ippodo Tea has been considered the foremost authority on Japanese green tea, tracing its roots to the lush fields of Kyoto and its surrounding landscapes. The region’s mild climate, enriched soil, and harmonious balance of sunlight and rain collectively create an optimal environment for cultivating extraordinary tea with an unmatched spectrum of flavors.  Established in 1717 as a family-run Japanese tea company, Ippodo has faithfully preserved a legacy of aromatic, well-balanced teas that delivers an authentic and delightful experience for tea enthusiasts worldwide with every cup.

Materials:
Green tea, roasted green tea, roasted barley, and roasted rice

Variation: 
N/A

Care Instructions:
It is recommended by Ippodo that Ippodo tea is enjoyed within 2 weeks of opening the tea’s package. All tea from Ippodo is also labeled with a suggested date of purchase to help consumers enjoy the tea in its best state. If you are not able to consume Ippodo tea before the suggested date of purchase, please know that the tea is safe and fresh to drink so long as the bag is unopened and/or kept in a sealed container away from moisture or direct sunlight. More helpful information on how to keep your tea fresh can be found here on Ippodo’s website.

Brewing Instructions:
Kuki Hojicha, Kuki Sencha, Genmaicha, and Gyokuro – Hot: Add 10 oz of boiled water to 1 tea bag.  Allow 2 minutes of steeping before drinking.

Mugicha (Barley Tea) – Hot: Add 1 liter of boiled water to 1 teabag inside a large container.  Allow 10 minutes of steeping before drinking.

Kuki Hojicha, Kuki Sencha, and Genmaicha – Cold: Add 1 liter of cold water to 2 teabags inside a large container.  Allow one hour of steeping inside the fridge before drinking.

Gyokuro – Cold: Add 10 oz of cold water to 1 teabag inside a large container.  Allow 20 minutes of steeping inside the fridge before drinking. 

Mugicha (Barley Tea) – Cold: Add 1 liter of cold water to 1 teabag inside a large container.  Allow one hour of steeping inside the fridge before drinking.  
 

 

All tea is final sale.