At a Glance

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  No Caffeine
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  Toasty Flavor
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  Good For Anytime

Description

This Kuromamecha black soybean tea uses the finest organic black soybeans from Hokkaido. This caffeine-free herbal tea has a savory aroma and nutty, sweet flavor that can be enjoyed hot or cold. Black soybeans are known for anti-aging properties and impressive health benefits.

Hokkaido is a region in Japan that’s famous for producing flavorful soybeans. In fact, this tea uses only the roundest soybeans to ensure a nutrient rich, flavorful brew. Generally, kuromamecha brews a dark purple. This tea is packed with potassium, calcium, and iron. After drinking, you can eat the beans for an extra boost of fiber.

Kuromamecha Steeping Instructions

1. Heat fresh, filtered water until boiled. Let cool very slightly — water close to 203°F (95°C) is ideal for bringing out the fragrance and flavor in Kuromamecha.
2. Pour water over the kuromamecha.
3. Steep for 5 minutes. This tea can be steeped up to 2 times and you can eat the beans afterwards.

For iced kuromamecha, simply pour hot water over the beans and let it steep in the fridge overnight.

Origin: Hokkaido, Japan

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Meet the Farmer

Minoru Tanaka

田中実 From Hokkaido, Japan

Minoru Tanaka

田中実 From Hokkaido, Japan

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The Tanaka family has been farming since the early 1900’s, producing the highest quality vegetables and beans on Hokkaido’s nutrient dense soil. Minoru Tanaka is proud to continue maintaining agricultural standards and harvesting methods passed down from his family. His organic herbal teas boast abundance in health benefits and flavor thanks to the best hand-grown ingredients.

Mr. Tanaka’s favorite tea is, of course, his own Kuromame black soybean tea that uses only the beans he has hand-selected. He lives with his wife and son, who both work alongside him growing other vegetables.