“Another one of my little BYOTea packets. This one, however, surprised me. It has to be one of the messiest teas to try to get pinches into the little bags. I’m not convinced that this is the...” Read full tasting note
“Sipdown no. 7 of 2016 (no. 228 total). A sample. It has been a while since I had a genmaicha. I like them, when I’m in the mood for them. Since it’s still pretty early in the day, I thought I could...” Read full tasting note
“Genmai” means “natural rice,” and “cha” is of course “tea.” Ours is a fine example of this Japanese Bancha mixed with roasted rice, popped rice and matcha. Delivers a nutty and toasty flavor. It is traditionally enjoyed after dinner or prior to bedtime.
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