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Genmaicha (玄米茶), literally translated as “brown rice tea,” is one of Japan’s most distinctive and comforting tea blends. A delightful mix of green tea leaves and roasted brown rice, Genmaicha offers a nutty, toasty flavor that sets it apart from other traditional green teas.

Hojicha (ほうじ茶) is a roasted green tea from Japan, made by slowly roasting bancha, sencha, or kukicha (twig tea) leaves over high heat. This roasting process transforms the tea's flavor and color—giving it a smoky, nutty aroma, and a deep amber or reddish-brown appearance.

Gunpowder tea (珠茶 zhū chá, meaning “pearl tea”) is a type of green (and sometimes oolong) tea whose leaves are tightly rolled into small, round pellets—resembling old-fashioned gunpowder, hence the evocative name (en.wikipedia.org). Originating in Zhejiang province (plus Taiwan and other areas), it's a centuries-old tea dating back to the Tang dynasty (618–907 AD) .

Biluochun (碧螺春), meaning “Green Snail Spring”, is a famous and prized Chinese green tea known for its delicate appearance, floral aroma, and refreshing taste. Grown mainly in the Dongting Mountains of Jiangsu Province, it is one of China’s Top Ten Famous Teas (中国十大名茶).

🍵 Longjing (Dragon Well) Tea – China’s Imperial Green Treasure Longjing Tea (pronounced Long-jing), also known as Dragon Well Tea, is one of the most celebrated green teas in China. Originating from the Hangzhou region in Zhejiang Province, this tea has a centuries-old history, marked by imperial honor, hand-crafted excellence, and refined flavor.