Tea: Houjicha - Smokey
This tea has been retired/discontinued.
| Brand: | Obubu Tea |
| Style: | Hojicha |
| Region: | Kyoto, Japan |
| Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
| Loose? | Loose |
| # Ratings: | 2 View All |
Reviewer: E. Alex Gerster
Member since Jul, 2011
✓ 66 teas reviewed
✓ 3 of Hojicha
✓ 17 of Green Tea
✓ 5 of Obubu Tea
✓ 4 from Kyoto, Japan
✓ 13 from Japan
✓ 66 teas reviewed
✓ 3 of Hojicha
✓ 17 of Green Tea
✓ 5 of Obubu Tea
✓ 4 from Kyoto, Japan
✓ 13 from Japan
Review of Houjicha - Smokey
October 4th, 2013
| Aroma | Flavor | Value | Total |
| 9 of 10 | 4 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 80 of 100 |
| Superb | Good | Reasonable |
Having sampled a number of roasts of Obubu Hojicha, I can definitely say this is my favorite. Sweet, smooth and very soothing. An earthy cup where the smokey flavor does not overwhelm the tea's natural flavor.
