Japanese Black Tea Powder Wakoucha: Recipes & Rituals
Wakoucha (和紅茶) is Japanese black tea, grown and processed with the same care as traditional green teas. It is smooth, naturally sweet, and low in bitterness. In powdered form, Wakoucha is easy to prepare — hot, iced, or as the base for lattes and desserts.
Certified organic and ceremonial grade, this powder creates an amber-colored brew with a gentle depth and aroma.
Flavor Profile
- Deep black tea aroma
- Silky texture
- Balanced, robust character
- Naturally low in bitterness
Recipes
Classic recipe:
- Add 2 g of powder per cup
- Add 60 ml hot water (80–90 °C)
- Whisk with a bamboo whisk (softened in hot water beforehand)
- Enjoy plain, or add a slice of citrus, honey, or spices
Wakoucha Latte:
- 2 g Wakoucha Powder
- 60 ml hot water (80–90 °C)
- 150 ml steamed milk (dairy or plant-based)
- Whisk powder with hot water until frothy, then top with milk.
- Optional: add honey or vanilla.
Coconut Wakoucha:
A tropical twist on traditional Japanese black tea powder. The smooth depth of Wakoucha meets the refreshing sweetness of coconut juice, creating a light and energizing drink.
- Add 2-4 g Wakoucha Powder
- Add 60 ml hot water (80–90 °C)
- 100 ml coconut juice
- Whisk Wakoucha powder with hot water until smooth and frothy.
- Add chilled coconut juice and stir gently.
- Serve over ice for a refreshing summer drink.
Perfect for warm afternoons when you want both depth and freshness in a single cup.
Citrus Iced Wakoucha:
- 2 g Wakoucha Powder
- 60 ml hot water (80–90 °C)
- 150 ml sparkling water
- Slice of lemon or yuzu
- Prepare with hot water, pour over ice, add sparkling water and citrus.
Wakoucha Masala Chai Latte:
- 2 g Wakoucha Powder
- 60 ml hot water (80–90 °C)
- 150 ml hot milk
- Pinch of cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger
- Whisk Wakoucha with hot water, add milk and spices, stir gently, and sweeten to taste.
Try our Japanese Black Tea Powder
Deep, smooth, and endlessly versatile, Wakoucha invites you to explore both tradition and creativity. From classic hot brews to inventive lattes, iced drinks, and desserts, this tea powder brings the richness of Japanese black tea into your everyday rituals.
