Iced Hojicha with Cinnamon (Printable version)

Cool, roasted Japanese tea blended with creamy milk and a hint of warming cinnamon for a refreshing twist on traditional iced tea.

# What You'll Need:

→ Tea

01 - 2 tablespoons hojicha loose leaf tea or 2 hojicha tea bags
02 - 2 cups water

→ Dairy and Sweetener

03 - 1 cup milk, dairy or plant-based such as oat or almond milk
04 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or simple syrup, optional

→ Garnish

05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus extra for sprinkling
06 - Ice cubes as needed

# Directions:

01 - Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a kettle or saucepan. Add hojicha tea leaves or tea bags, reduce heat and steep for 5 minutes.
02 - Strain the tea into a heatproof pitcher and allow to cool to room temperature. For quicker chilling, refrigerate for 10 minutes.
03 - Fill two glasses with ice cubes.
04 - Pour cooled hojicha tea over the ice, filling each glass halfway.
05 - Stir in milk and sweetener to taste.
06 - Sprinkle ground cinnamon over each glass and stir gently.
07 - Garnish with an extra pinch of cinnamon on top and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It provides a sophisticated, low-caffeine alternative to traditional iced coffee or black tea.
  • The roasted flavor of hojicha pairs perfectly with the aromatic warmth of cinnamon.
  • It is incredibly simple to prepare, taking only 15 minutes from start to finish.
02 -
  • Always check labels for gluten or nuts if you are using plant-based milk to avoid allergens.
  • If using dairy milk, this recipe contains milk allergens; choose your dairy source carefully based on dietary needs.
  • Brewing the tea slightly stronger than usual ensures the flavor remains prominent even after ice and milk are added.
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