Hojicha Chai Latte

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Soothing, smokey and spiced. This hojicha chai (aka hojichai) latte is the perfect drink to wind down with.

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What you’ll need:

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For the Hojicha Chai Latte:

• 3g hojicha powder (we used our Organic Kyoto Hojicha)
• 40ml warm water (max 80°C)
• 200ml milk of choice (oat milk pairs beautifully)
• 15–20ml chai syrup (adjust to taste)

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Optional topping:

• Star anise
• Cinnamon

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How to make it:

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Whisk the hojicha
Sift 3g of hojicha powder into a bowl. Add warm water and whisk until smooth and lightly frothy.

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Spice up the milk
Add your milk and ice to the glass and gently pour in your chai syrup*.

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*No chai syrup? Make your own:
Simmer 250ml water with:

• 1 cinnamon stick
• 3-4 cardamom pods (lightly crushed)
• 3 cloves
• ½ tsp ground ginger or a few slices of fresh ginger
• 1 star anise
• Black peppercorns (optional)

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Let it simmer for 10–15 minutes, then strain. Add sugar to taste while warm and stir until dissolved. Store in the fridge and use as needed.

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Bring it together
Gently add the whisked hojicha to your chai milk, make sure to pour slowly on the ice to get distinguished layers.

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Finish
Float a star anise on top for a decorative touch.

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Sip and savour
Enjoy the mellow roasted notes of hojicha wrapped in warming chai spices, this combination is grounding, smooth, and deeply comforting.