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Saicho Hojicha Sparkling Tea (Gift Box)

Saicho Hojicha Sparkling Tea (Gift Box)

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Toasty, Savoury, and Rich with Earthy Umami

Discover a beautifully unique and savory dining companion with Saicho Hojicha Sparkling Tea, a highly sophisticated non-alcoholic alternative designed to bring earthy depth to the table. Crafted from second flush Sencha green tea leaves grown in the coastal mountains of Shizuoka, Japan, the leaves undergo traditional steaming, rolling, and roasting to develop a deeply comforting, toasty character. It opens with an intriguing, complex bouquet of roasted hazelnut, delicate smoke, and dry nori seaweed, backed by a rich, savory umami undertone. Lightly sweetened with grape juice and finished with a fine, gentle effervescence, it offers a highly textured, dry, and exceptionally balanced glass that completely redefines sparkling tea.
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Terroir & Craftsmanship

  • Coastal Mountain Origins: Sourced from the mist-shrouded, high-elevation coastal slopes of Tenryu in Japan's Shizuoka Prefecture. The distinct alpine environment produces exceptional second flush Sencha leaves characterized by concentrated, earthy flavor profiles.
  • Traditional Japanese Roasting: Following harvest, the Sencha green tea leaves undergo a traditional Japanese processing method. The leaves are steamed, rolled, and then carefully roasted at high temperatures to toast the leaf structure. This process transforms the grassy green notes into rich, caramelized, and roasty umami flavors.
  • Meticulous Cold Extraction: The roasted leaves are cold brewed for 24 hours in local Shropshire spring water. This gentle, slow extraction preserves the delicate, comforting nutty aromas and subtle smoky elements without drawing out any harsh, bitter compounds.
  • The Michelin-Starred Standard: Saicho's innovative single-origin sparklers are poured at over 120 Michelin-starred dining rooms worldwide, offering a premium, elevated alternative that pairs effortlessly with savory gastronomy.

Highlights

  • 100% Single-Origin second flush Hojicha green tea harvested from Tenryu, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan.
  • Crafted with local Shropshire spring water using a precise 24-hour cold-brewing process.
  • Delicately carbonated and balanced with grape juice to ensure a luxurious, champagne-like mousse.

Tasting Notes

  • Appearance: Clear, warm mahogany-amber color with a fine, lively sparkling bubble bead.
  • Nose: Intensely comforting and aromatic, unrolling with deep notes of freshly roasted hazelnuts, warm woodsmoke, and a distinct, savory touch of dried nori seaweed.
  • Palate: Dry, medium-bodied, and beautifully savory. A fine, champagne-like sparkle releases layers of toasty hazelnut, dry smoke, and rich umami across the tongue. Balanced with a touch of grape juice to bring depth, it finishes dry with an incredibly clean, lingering, and earth-toned complexity.

Serving Suggestion

  • Temperature: Serve chilled (6–8°C). Present in a white wine glass or a wide flute to allow the rich, roasty hazelnut and smoky aromatics to expand fully.
  • Gastronomic Food Pairing: Saicho Hojicha's unique, earthy, and savory profile is an extraordinary partner for sushi, sashimi, and rich mushroom-based dishes.
  • Alternative Pairings: Pairs beautifully with grilled yakitori, roasted root vegetables, duck confit, or rich, earthy stews.

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