Our top grade, organic Gen Mai Cha from Kyushu Japan is a combination of premium quality, first flush, lightly steamed Japanese sencha and toasted rice. Together, they produce a soothing nutty aroma with a fresh lingering taste. This classic Japanese blend pairs exceptionally well with savory dishes or stands great alone when craving a hearty and robust cup of green tea. Historically, adding the toasted rice was a way to extend the life of tea that had gotten old or to fortify and/or make tea more affordable for the less affluent. However, our variation of Gen Mai Cha is no entry level tea as its all-important base is premium, first-flush Japanese sencha for a beautifully rich and soothing cup. (contains caffeine)