{"product_id":"hojicha-powder-dark-roast-1kg","title":"Hojicha Dark Roast 1kg","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeaf : Mainly 3rd\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaste : Bold \/ Smoky \/ Deeply Roasted \/ Nutty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeaf Origin : Japan (Kagoshima)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor : Sweets, Latte\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntensely roasted and aromatic Hojicha powder crafted exclusively from tea leaves grown in Kagoshima, Japan. Compared to our Middle Roast version, this Dark Roast delivers a deeper, bolder, and more pronounced smoky character, offering a powerful roasted tea flavor that stands out even in rich, sweet applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest \u0026amp; Composition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Primarily comprised of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3rd flush (Sanban-cha)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tea leaves sourced from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKagoshima, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. These mature leaves are well-suited to high-temperature roasting, allowing the development of an intense roasted character. A deeper roasting process distinguishes this grade from our Middle Roast, resulting in a darker appearance and more concentrated toasted notes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The extended roasting process creates a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebold, smoky, and deeply toasted aroma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with rich nutty undertones and a lingering roasted finish. Compared to the Middle Roast's more balanced and mellow profile, the Dark Roast emphasizes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eintensity, depth, and smokiness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with less emphasis on the tea's original grassy notes. Its powerful roasted character remains noticeable even when combined with milk, cream, or sugar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest For:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This grade is particularly recommended for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHojicha Lattes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that require a stronger roasted tea presence, especially when paired with milk or sweeteners. It is also ideal for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003econfectioneries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e such as cakes, chocolates, cookies, and ice cream, where its deep, smoky notes create a distinctive roasted flavor. For applications requiring a more intense Hojicha experience than Middle Roast, Dark Roast is the preferred choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"AU MATCHA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44730462404686,"sku":null,"price":128.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/7700\/5390\/files\/SUPER_PREMIUM_5.png?v=1778213789","url":"https:\/\/aumatcha.com.au\/products\/hojicha-powder-dark-roast-1kg","provider":"AU MATCHA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}