Ujido Hojicha (Roasted Matcha) 2oz is a slow-ground, culinary-grade matcha blend with a rich, smoky, roasted flavor. Its smooth, mellow profile is intended for Hojicha lattes, darker lattes, cooking, baking, or use as a coffee substitute.
What does Ujido Hojicha Roasted Matcha taste like?
This roasted matcha has a rich, smoky character with a smooth, mellow finish. Roasting gives it a darker flavor profile than the taste associated with standard matcha preparations. It is identified as roasted matcha rather than sencha, which helps distinguish the product for buyers comparing different Japanese tea formats.
The stronger roasted character is suited to recipes where the matcha flavor needs to remain noticeable. Suggested uses include:
- Hojicha lattes and other darker latte preparations
- Cooking and baking
- A matcha-based substitute for coffee
Where is this roasted matcha grown?
The matcha is grown entirely in Japan. It is slow-ground and classified as culinary grade, aligning it with the stated uses in drinks, cooked dishes, and baked recipes. The product is sold as Hojicha (Roasted Matcha), not sencha.
The 2oz package contains the roasted matcha blend itself. No preparation ratio, water temperature, or recipe measurements are specified, so preparation can follow the requirements of the chosen latte, cooking, or baking recipe.
How much caffeine does each serving contain?
Each serving contains 15–25mg of naturally occurring caffeine. This serving-based range is useful when comparing it with coffee or other caffeinated tea products, although the exact serving size is not specified. Total caffeine intake will depend on the amount used and the number of servings consumed.
The blend also contains L-theanine, chlorophyll, catechins, and EGCG. These compounds are listed as product characteristics rather than promised health outcomes.
Does it meet stated dietary requirements?
Ujido Hojicha (Roasted Matcha) is identified as gluten-free and keto. Its culinary-grade format and smoky, mellow flavor make its intended role clear: this is a roasted matcha for lattes and recipes rather than sencha. Buyers can choose it specifically for Hojicha lattes, darker matcha drinks, cooking, baking, or as an alternative to coffee.
