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Genmai Powder is a finely ground genmaicha powder from Shogyokuen, Uji, Kyoto - the same nutty, toasty character of loose-leaf genmaicha in a convenient powder that dissolves directly into milk, smoothies, and batters. For cafés building a genmaicha latte, for home bakers adding Japanese rice-tea flavor to desserts, or for anyone who wants genmaicha's warmth in an easy-use format, Genmai Powder is the practical choice.
About Genmai Powder
Unlike loose-leaf genmaicha, which requires steeping and straining, Genmai Powder dissolves directly into liquid - making it far more versatile for café, culinary, and convenience applications. It is the powder equivalent of a culinary matcha in function, but with genmaicha's distinct nutty, rice-forward character rather than matcha's green and umami profile.
At Shogyokuen's production level, the Uji green tea base ensures the powder has a cleaner, more balanced character than commodity genmaicha powders.
Taste Profile (in latte)
Mouthfeel: Light to medium, smooth Character: Nutty, toasty roasted rice, gentle grassiness Finish: Short, warming and slightly sweetHow to Use Genmai Powder
Latte: 3-5g per 150ml steamed milk. Dissolve in a small amount of hot water first. Iced latte: 3-5g in 30ml hot water, pour over ice, top with cold milk. Baking: Adds a subtle nutty, tea-warmed character to cookies, cakes, and cream desserts. Porridge / rice: A small amount dissolved in cooking water or stirred into finished porridge.Comparison
Compared to Houjicha Powder Deep Roast, Genmai Powder is lighter, nuttier, and less smoky - the roasted rice character is different from a pure houjicha roast. Both are low-caffeine options for café latte menus and work well offered alongside each other. Compared to Genmai loose leaf, the powder trades brewing nuance for versatility.
Sizes & Packaging: 100g, 250g, 500g, 1,000g from THB 345 per 100g.
Genmai Powder FAQs
What is genmai powder?
Genmai powder is finely ground genmaicha - the Japanese blend of green tea and roasted brown rice. It dissolves directly into liquids, making it convenient for lattes, smoothies, and baking without the need for steeping and straining.
Is genmai powder the same as matcha?
No. Matcha is made from shade-grown, stone-ground tencha (pure green tea). Genmai powder is ground genmaicha - a blend of green tea and roasted rice. They have very different colors (matcha is vivid green, genmai powder is pale brown-green), characters, and caffeine levels. Genmai powder is much lower in caffeine.
How do I make a genmaicha latte?
3-5g genmai powder dissolved in 30ml hot water, whisked smooth. Add 150ml steamed milk (any type). Serve hot or iced.
Is genmai powder low in caffeine?
Yes. Lower caffeine than matcha or straight green tea, due to the rice content and the tea grade used.
(Standard genmaicha FAQ boilerplate)
- Genmai - loose-leaf genmaicha for traditional brewing
- Premium Genmaicha - higher-grade loose-leaf option
- Houjicha Powder Deep Roast - roasted tea powder for comparison