{"product_id":"ippodo-tea-sampler-sencha-gyokuro-hojicha","title":"Ippodo Tea Discovery Set - Sencha, Gyokuro \u0026 Hojicha (12 Bags)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Ippodo Tea Discovery Set offers an introduction to three of Japan's most celebrated tea styles in a convenient one cup format. Each box contains four individually wrapped tea bags of sencha, gyokuro and hojicha, allowing you to experience the breadth of Japanese tea through a single collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced by Kyoto tea house Ippodo Tea, whose history stretches back to 1717, this assortment has been assembled for those wishing to explore the different personalities found within Japanese green tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSencha (4 tea bags)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapan's everyday green tea. Fresh, bright and gently vegetal with a clean finish and refreshing character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eGyokuro (4 tea bags)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eShade-grown before harvest, gyokuro offers a sweeter, fuller cup with pronounced umami, softness and depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eHojicha (4 tea bags)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCarefully roasted green tea with warming aromas of toasted grain, nuts and caramel. Smooth, aromatic and naturally lower in caffeine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepared in a cup or mug, these pyramid tea bags provide a straightforward way to enjoy authentic Japanese tea at home, in the office or while travelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal as a first introduction to Japanese tea, a thoughtful gift, or as an everyday assortment for those who enjoy variety throughout the day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin | Kyoto, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Those new to Japanese tea\u003cbr\u003e• Everyday drinking\u003cbr\u003e• Office and workplace tea breaks\u003cbr\u003e• Travel and gifting\u003cbr\u003e• Exploring different tea styles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnjoy throughout the day\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMorning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStart with Sencha for a refreshing and invigorating cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAfternoon\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eReach for Gyokuro when you want something fuller, sweeter and more contemplative.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eEvening\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFinish the day with Hojicha, whose roasted character and naturally lower caffeine content make it particularly suitable later in the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSencha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvocado toast\u003cbr\u003eFresh salads with citrus dressing\u003cbr\u003eSushi and sashimi\u003cbr\u003eChicken sandwiches\u003cbr\u003eRice paper rolls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGyokuro\u003cbr\u003eDumplings and steamed buns\u003cbr\u003eGrilled fish and rice bowls\u003cbr\u003eTamago sando\u003cbr\u003eSoft cheeses\u003cbr\u003eButter biscuits and sponge cake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHojicha\u003cbr\u003eBanana bread\u003cbr\u003eAnzac biscuits\u003cbr\u003eRoast chicken sandwiches\u003cbr\u003eSoy sauce chicken rice\u003cbr\u003eDumplings and noodle dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Producer\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFounded in Kyoto in 1717, Ippodo Tea has spent more than three centuries dedicated to Japanese tea. Originally established as Omiya by Rihei Watanabe, the business later received the name Ippodo from Prince Yamashina, who admired the quality of its teas and encouraged the family to preserve a singular commitment to excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Ippodo remains family owned and is overseen by the sixth and seventh generations. Whilst internationally recognised for matcha, the producer's expertise extends across the full spectrum of Japanese tea, from sencha and gyokuro through to everyday household favourites such as Mugicha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more than 300 years, Ippodo has focused on sourcing, blending and evaluating teas that are approachable, enjoyable and capable of enriching daily life. This philosophy continues to guide the producer today, whether crafting exceptional ceremonial matcha or humble daily teas enjoyed around the family table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing Recommendations\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSencha \u0026amp; Gyokuro\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e• 1 tea bag\u003cbr\u003e• 150ml hot water\u003cbr\u003e• Steep for approximately 90 seconds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHojicha\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e• 1 tea bag\u003cbr\u003e• 150ml freshly boiled water (100°C)\u003cbr\u003e• Steep for approximately 60 seconds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese pyramid tea bags may be infused more than once according to personal preference.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ippodo Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47908017733862,"sku":null,"price":22.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0170\/9420\/files\/IppodoDiscoveryTeaSet3Types.webp?v=1782175657","url":"https:\/\/easternhillgs.com\/products\/ippodo-tea-sampler-sencha-gyokuro-hojicha","provider":"Eastern Hill General Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}