Description
Powdered blend of green tea and roasted brown rice, reproducing the characteristic nutty-grain flavor profile of Japanese genmaicha tea in a soluble dry format.
Green-tan free-flowing powder with characteristic toasted rice and green tea aroma. The roasted rice contributes a comforting, nutty character that softens the grassy notes of green tea.
We supply food-grade Genmaicha Powder from manufacturers in China holding ISO, Halal, Kosher and other certifications relevant to the product and production.
Common market grades include standard genmaicha powder, matcha-iri genmaicha (with added matcha for color and depth), premium grade from selected ingredients, and organic-certified grades.
Bulk and reduced-MOQ shipments. Batch-level COA covering moisture, particle size, and microbiology.
Introduction
Genmaicha was traditionally a frugal tea blend, with roasted brown rice extending more expensive green tea leaves to reduce cost. Over time, the unique flavor profile elevated genmaicha into a category of its own with distinct appeal.
Some of the roasted rice grains pop during roasting, resembling popcorn, which has earned the tea the colloquial name popcorn tea in English-speaking markets.
Powdered genmaicha extends the flavor profile into culinary and confectionery applications, where the toasted-rice character pairs naturally with milk, brown sugar, and toasted-grain flavors in modern Japanese-influenced desserts.
Matcha-iri genmaicha grades, which include added matcha powder, offer a brighter green color and more pronounced tea flavor for applications where visual appeal and flavor intensity are both required.
Where it is used
- Genmaicha tea lattes and instant beverage applications
- Bakery and confectionery with toasted-rice profile
- Japanese dessert applications
- Ice cream and frozen dessert flavor systems
- Energy bar and snack inclusions
- Yogurt and dairy dessert flavor systems
- Cocktail and mocktail applications
- Foodservice tea program offerings beyond matcha and hojicha
Technical data
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Green-tan free-flowing powder |
| Moisture | ≤ 6.0% |
| Particle size | ≤ 30 micrometers |
| Tea to rice ratio | Per customer specification |
| Caffeine | 1% to 2% |
| Total plate count | ≤ 10,000 cfu/g |
| Salmonella | Negative in 25g |
| Matcha-iri option | Available per customer specification |
| Grade | Per customer specification |
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