Genmai Tea (Brown Rice Tea) — Japanese-Style Roasted Rice Herbal Tea, Loose Bulk 500g

Genmai Tea (玄米茶), also known as Japanese Brown Rice Tea, is a traditional roasted-rice tea made from gently toasted brown rice blended in the Japanese genmaicha style. In East Asian tea culture, Genmai has long been prized as a warm, comforting, and gently energizing daily brew, used to settle the stomach, warm the middle, and harmonize the digestive system. Its nature is warm, sweet, and aromatic, making it a gentle yet satisfying tea for everyday drinking.

Key Selling Points

• Japanese-style roasted brown rice tea
• Warm, nutty, toasty aroma
• Naturally sugar-free, no additives
• Loose bulk 500g for daily brewing
• Suitable for home, restaurant, and hot pot use

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is carefully roasted to a golden-amber hue, releasing a deep toasted-rice aroma with warm, nutty notes. The grains are crisp and evenly toasted, and when steeped they yield a clear, pale-gold infusion with a smooth, gently sweet, roasted flavor that lingers pleasantly on the palate.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Daily hot tea brewing
• Restaurant and hotel beverage service
• Hot pot dining accompaniment
• Iced or cold-brewed summer tea
• Blending with green tea or other herbs

Traditional Uses

In folk tea practice, Genmai is brewed as a warm daily infusion to comfort the stomach and support gentle digestion after meals. It is commonly served alongside hot pot, grilled dishes, and rich meals, and is often blended with green tea leaves to create the classic genmaicha. In home kitchens, it is also simmered into congee or added to soups for a warm, toasty note.

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