{"title":"Great Taste Award Winning Teas","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"japan-tozaka-chaen-winter-hojicha","title":"Japan - Tōzaka Chaen - Winter Hōjicha","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElevation: \u003c\/strong\u003e250-350m\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCultivar\u003c\/strong\u003e: Yabukita\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.chadodo.co.uk\/pages\/tozaka-chaen\"\u003eTōzaka Chaen\u003c\/a\u003e's Winter Hōjicha \u003cspan\u003e(冬ほうじ茶) \u003c\/span\u003eembodies the heart and warmth of Nagasaki, Japan's \u003cstrong\u003eSonogi\u003c\/strong\u003e region. Produced from what is known as a \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eshūtōbancha (秋冬番茶)\u003c\/strong\u003e - the final harvest of the year that takes place from the end of autumn in early October to the start of winter in early November, hōjicha is the speciality of the farmer \u003cstrong\u003eKoichi Tōzaka (東坂幸一)\u003c\/strong\u003e, which he tells us is his favourite type of tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDelightfully nutty with notes of toasted sweet bread and umami rice cakes, with a subtle roasted woodiness and a smooth and sweetly caramel finish. This tea has a comforting complexity that can only be achieved through the natural cultivation techniques employed. Its pectin content, as explained by Tōzaka-san as a feature of the winter harvest and the temperature differences between day and night, results in a tea lacking in astringency and bitterness with a rich body.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOne of the most requested teas for us to feature from the region, the Cha Dodo family visited Tōzaka-san at his home to bring this incredible tea back with us.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Editor_t__not_edited__WuRP8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Editor_t__not_edited_long__JuNNx\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Taste Award Winner:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThis tea earned a 1 star award at the Great Taste Awards in 2026. Here is what the judges had to say about the tea:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA very accessible tea, easy drinking and sweet. Soft and gentle, well balanced. The judges appreciated the smoothness, the mellow profile was enjoyed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA pleasant, gentle Hojicha, sweet and gently roasty with suggestions of nut and caramel. The flavour persists nicely on the palate, with the final light astringency inducing a light dryness as described. Easy to enjoy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe whole leaves with stalks and all produce a light amber liquor. The flavour is lightly roasted along with a hint of smokiness and caramel notes. With low astringency and some sweetness, this is a balanced and enjoyable tea to drink.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Editor_t__not_edited__WuRP8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Editor_t__not_edited_long__JuNNx\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInfusion Recommendations:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis tea can be infused \u003cspan class=\"Editor_t__added__LtuNJ\"\u003eat least\u003c\/span\u003e three times, with each infusion \u003cspan class=\"Editor_t__added__LtuNJ\"\u003ebringing\u003c\/span\u003e deeper layers of flavour, and passionate tea lovers may even \u003cspan class=\"Editor_t__added__LtuNJ\"\u003efind\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"Editor_t__added__LtuNJ\"\u003efurther \u003c\/span\u003ecomplexity \u003cspan class=\"Editor_t__added__LtuNJ\"\u003eon\u003c\/span\u003e each brew. Use hotter water for subsequent brews and adjust brewing time for desired strength.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIt is also pleasantly resilient to long boils to produce a much stronger, fortified brew.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Editor_t__not_edited__WuRP8\"\u003eAlso excellent cold brewed overnight by either having 8-12g of tea in a 1 litre jug of water placed in the fridge over 8-12 hours, or by first brewing this quantity with hot water then allowing to cool first before refrigerating. Adjust quantity to taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tōzaka Chaen","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":52034995978578,"sku":"JP-TOZAKACHAEN-WH-50G","price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/6121\/0962\/files\/tozaka-chaen-winter-hojicha-face.jpg?v=1763736291"},{"product_id":"greece-1450-hellenic-exceptional-herbs-organic-greek-mountain-tea","title":"Greece - 1450 Hellenic Exceptional Herbs - Organic Greek Mountain Tea","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"620\"\u003e1450 Exceptional Mountain Herbs' \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Greek Mountain Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e is composed exclusively of the flowering tops of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"354\"\u003eSideritis raeseri\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, a high-altitude species found in the mountains of the Kastoria region, Greece. Growing in dry, rocky terrain with minimal intervention, the plant develops slowly under wide shifts between day and night - conditions that shape both its structure and its expression in the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"622\" data-end=\"913\"\u003eUnlike typical mountain tea preparations, which include stems and leaves, 1450 selects only the flowers for use. This decision, made at the point of sorting, reflects a focus on quality over yield - retaining the most aromatic and refined part of the plant while setting aside the remainder. 1450’s approach remains focused on preserving that integrity in the Kotyli area. The herb is grown at altitude, sorted by hand, and dried using traditional methods, allowing the plant and its origin to remain fully intact from harvest to cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003eClear and pale gold when brewed, it carries a gentle aromatic lift of dried meadow hay, wild herbs, and soft florals like chamomile, with a faint brightness that recalls citrus peel. The flavour is clean and composed, with a rounded body and a subtle, natural sweetness. A light mineral clarity runs through it, leading into a dry, steady finish that lingers without weight or bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1999\"\u003eUsed in Greece since antiquity and noted by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eDioscorides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, Sideritis became a staple infusion in mountainous regions where it grows naturally and could be gathered, dried, and prepared with ease. Its place is not ceremonial, but constant - a herbal tea returned to regularly, often in the evening or after meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1999\"\u003eThis tea has been recognised consistently at the \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eGreat Taste Awards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e over multiple years, reflecting its quality across harvests. It was further awarded Gold at the \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Leafies 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e - where Cha Dodo first encountered its character directly, and where its clarity of aroma and structure in the cup set it apart without need for explanation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2471\"\u003eAt Cha Dodo we offer this tea in two forms. The 20g box includes cotton tea bags and pegs, providing a considered way to prepare and share it. 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\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003ejust \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eplace 7-8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eg \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eof \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003etea \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003ein \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003ea \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e1 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003elitre \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003ejug \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eof \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003ewater \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eleave \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eit \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003ein \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003ethe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003efridge \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003efor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003earound \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003e8-12 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003ehours. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eAdjust \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003equantity \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003etime \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003eto \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"_fadeIn_m1hgl_8\"\u003etaste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1450 Hellenic Exceptional Herbs","offers":[{"title":"20g","offer_id":53186167832914,"sku":"GR-1450-OGMT-20G","price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"80g (HoReCa Pouch)","offer_id":53186167865682,"sku":"GR-1450-OGMT-80G","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/6121\/0962\/files\/HELLENIC-EXCEPTIONAL-HERBS-MOUNTAIN-TEA.jpg?v=1776084183"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.chadodo.co.uk\/collections\/great-taste-award-winning-teas.oembed","provider":"Cha Dodo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}