{"product_id":"japanese-genmaicha","title":"Japanese Genmaicha (Popcorn Tea) — Loose Leaf Green Tea with Brown Rice","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJapanese Genmaicha:\u003cbr\u003eThe Popcorn Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOther names: Genmaicha, Japanese Genmaicha, Popcorn Tea, Brown Rice Green Tea, Roasted Rice Tea, 玄米茶\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Genmaicha?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenmaicha\u003c\/strong\u003e (玄米茶) is a traditional Japanese blend of \u003cstrong\u003esencha-style green tea + toasted brown rice\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring roasting, some of the rice grains \"pop\" open and bloom into tiny white puffs, looking just like miniature popcorn — which is how it earned its English nickname, \u003cstrong\u003ePopcorn Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's one of the most \u003cstrong\u003eapproachable, comforting green teas in the world\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe toasted rice mellows the sharper edges of green tea, adding a warm, nutty, slightly sweet character that pairs beautifully with everyday meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Story From Old Japan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenmaicha was born out of \u003cstrong\u003eeveryday Japanese kitchens centuries ago\u003c\/strong\u003e. When tea leaves were precious and expensive, families and Buddhist monks would mix them with toasted brown rice to stretch the supply — a humble, resourceful invention that turned what was scarce into something delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver time, what began as a frugal household custom became a beloved national tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Genmaicha is enjoyed across all of Japan — from tea masters to office workers to grandmothers — and increasingly across the world. It is comfort in a cup, with a story of \u003cstrong\u003eingenuity baked into every leaf\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenmaicha is one of the easiest green teas to fall in love with. The flavour is unmistakable:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToasty \u0026amp; nutty:\u003c\/strong\u003e A warm, biscuit-like aroma straight from the roasted brown rice — almost like fresh popcorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMellow \u0026amp; vegetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e The green tea base contributes a soft, grassy freshness underneath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eButtery sweetness:\u003c\/strong\u003e A gentle, lingering sweet finish — no astringency, no harshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow caffeine:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rice naturally dilutes the green tea, making this one of the lowest-caffeine green teas available — perfect for afternoons and evenings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePale golden liquor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light, clear, and inviting in the cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you find pure green teas a touch too grassy or astringent, Genmaicha is the gentlest way in. It pairs effortlessly with light meals, sushi, salads, biscuits, and quiet afternoons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo watch the tiny rice puffs float and the green leaves slowly unfurl,\u003cbr\u003echeck out our professional \u003cstrong\u003eBrewing Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eStorage Care\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eThe Origins\u003c\/strong\u003e below 👇\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ValleyGreenTea","offers":[{"title":"50gm","offer_id":45306046611635,"sku":"G14","price":8.82,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100gm","offer_id":45306046644403,"sku":"G14","price":16.32,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/1798\/8019\/files\/Green_tea_genmaicha.jpg?v=1780554714","url":"https:\/\/www.valleygreentea.com.au\/products\/japanese-genmaicha","provider":"Valley Green Tea","version":"1.0","type":"link"}