Bancha

Ingredients: Japanese green tea

Description:
Bancha is a traditional Japanese green tea made from the later harvests of the tea plant. With a mellow, earthy character and subtle grassy notes, it’s less astringent than sencha, making it ideal for daily sipping. Light, smooth, and refreshing, Bancha is loved for its balance and simplicity.

Caffeine Level: 🌿 Low

Steeping Instructions:
1 tsp per 6 oz cup · 80°C · 1–2 minutes · up to 2 infusions

🍲 Fun Recipe: Green Tea Rice (Ochazuke)

• Brew 1/2 cup of Bancha tea.
• In a bowl, add hot steamed rice, top with chopped green onions, nori strips, and sesame seeds.
• Pour the warm Bancha tea over the rice and enjoy a soothing, savoury meal or snack!