Genmaicha (玄米茶)
Green tea blended with roasted brown rice, sometimes with a little matcha dusted on top (matcha-iri genmaicha).
| Water temperature | 80-90 °C |
|---|---|
| Steeping | 30 sec - 1 min |
| Caffeine (relative) | Lower-moderate |
| Growing / making | Blended |
| Taste | Nutty and toasty over a green-tea base |
About Genmaicha
Originally a way to stretch tea supplies, the roasted rice gives genmaicha a popcorn-like aroma. It pairs easily with food and is forgiving to brew.
Brewing point
Use water at 80-90 °C and steep for 30 sec - 1 min. Japanese green teas reward a second infusion; shorten the second steep.
Sources: Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) crop statistics; Ministry of Finance trade statistics; Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0); prefectural and municipal official information. Checked 5 November 2026.
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