{"product_id":"ariel-japanese-genmaicha-green-tea","title":"ARIEL Japanese Genmaicha","description":"\u003cp\u003eA traditional Japanese green tea blended with roasted and popped rice – the genmaicha recipe in its classic form. Available in 145 g loose leaf tins for shelf programs and in 1 kg loose leaf bulk for foodservice operations running by the cup. The cup pours a clear pale yellow with a soft, toasty character and a low caffeine profile that suits all-day service. A credible introductory position for guests new to Japanese tea, and a familiar one for those who already know the category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cup pours a clear pale yellow with a toasty, nutty aroma at the front. Roasted rice leads – warm and grain-forward, almost reminiscent of toasted sesame – while the green tea base contributes a soft vegetal note underneath. Low astringency, low bitterness, and a long, savoury finish. The popped rice grains visible in the loose blend are part of the format's signature visual character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlend\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenmaicha is a Japanese green tea blended with roasted brown rice; some grains pop white during roasting, giving the loose blend its characteristic mix of dark green leaves and pale rice. The recipe dates back centuries in Japan, originally as a way to extend a tea ration with available grain. Today it stands on its own as a savoury, toasty cup recognisable across any Japanese tea program. Green tea is naturally rich in antioxidants. The base tea is steamed in the Japanese tradition – not pan-fired – which preserves the bright green character that pairs cleanly with the roasted rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBrewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteep 2.5 g per 250 ml at 70–85 °C for 2–3 minutes. The lower end of the temperature window suits a shorter steep; the upper end works for a fuller, more savoury cup. Genmaicha is forgiving across this range, which makes it operationally simple for high-turn service environments. At commercial scale, a 1 kg bag yields approximately 400 portions at 2.5 g per cup. Each 250 ml serving contains zero calories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e: Whole leaf green tea, roasted rice, popped rice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormats\u003c\/strong\u003e: 145 g loose leaf tin, 1 kg loose leaf bulk bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications\u003c\/strong\u003e: Kosher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoundation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Humaniterra Foundation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e: Green tea, loose leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Terra Café et Thé Ltée","offers":[{"title":"145g loose leaf","offer_id":43358957076531,"sku":"TARIO03VTJP02PF01","price":12.9,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg loose leaf","offer_id":43358957142067,"sku":"TARIORIVTJP02F001","price":75.68,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg loose leaf (volume price)","offer_id":44259665772595,"sku":"TARIORIVTJP02V001","price":72.28,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/2363\/3971\/files\/terra-ariel-genmaicha-green-tea-145g.jpg?v=1780686625","url":"https:\/\/wholesale.cafeterra.ca\/products\/ariel-japanese-genmaicha-green-tea","provider":"Terra Coffee \u0026 Tea Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}