Bancha
This green tea is extremely smooth. I love it, like I love all teas I purchase from Diana.
— Linda G. Verified
All about Bancha, Organic — Loose Leaf Green Tea
What it’s like, and how to make it
CaffeineLow caffeine
TypeGreen
CharacterMild, earthy, grassy
What’s in itbancha green tea
Perfect for
- Beginners
How to brew it
- 175°F / 80°C
- Steep 2–3 minutes
- Use 1 tsp per 8oz
- Boiling water scorches the leaf and makes it bitter
- Re-steep the same leaves twice
Beyond the cup
Pour over rice with salmon, pickles, and nori for ochazuke – Japan’s ultimate comfort food in a bowl. Grind dried leaves with sea salt for a green tea finishing salt. Brew alongside miso soup, steamed fish, or tofu – gentle enough to complement without competing.
What’s in it
Every herb in the blend, and where to read about it on its own.
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Tea · Contains caffeine
Japanese Green Tea
Camellia sinensis var. sinensis
The everyday Japanese leaf, beyond sencha — bancha, the later-season pluck that is Japan's ordinary house tea; hojicha, bancha roasted over charcoal until it turns reddish-brown and loses most of its edge; and the genmaicha base. Three products carry one or another. What they have...
Bancha is milder and strawy; hojicha is reddish-brown, toasty and caramel-like with almost no bitterness; genmaicha is nutty with toasted rice
What it goes with
The everyday Japanese green. Light, mild, and built for rice and fish dishes. Pair with our Shichimi Togarashi for a classic Japanese table, or our Ginger for an easy stir-fry companion.
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Shichimi Togarashi (Seven Spice)
Regular price From $9.99 CADRegular price -
Ginger Root, Organic (Spice)
Regular price From $5.99 CADRegular price -
Coriander Seed
Regular price From $5.99 CADRegular price -
Cumin Seed
Regular price From $7.99 CADRegular price
Reviews
What the time-travelers say
5.0 from 3 reviews of this one, and 206 of the shop’s 213 are five stars
Write a reviewBancha Organic Tea
This tea is perfect for my Jun Kombucha and a cold brew of green tea in the morning! After drinking my first cup I felt more alert…
This tea is perfect for my Jun Kombucha and a cold brew of green tea in the morning! After drinking my first cup I felt more alert and a clean taste. I didn't need my routine coffee. love the smooth, mild green tea taste. Barely a bitter aftertaste. It has a touch of sweetness so I don't have to add any kind of sugar honey or sweetener. Bonus I received it in a beautiful packaging with a very nice thank you note and a specially packaged sample of the cinnamon they also sell. It tastes pretty good. I love to support family based business, the friendliness and special touch warmed my heart that this family is passionate about their product and go above and beyond to meet customer satisfaction.
— Joan Z. Verified
Bancha with a splash of lemon
A wonderful Green Tea. Smooth in taste. Also suitable as a summer tea with a splash of lemon. A second infusion makes an enjoyable…
A wonderful Green Tea. Smooth in taste. Also suitable as a summer tea with a splash of lemon. A second infusion makes an enjoyable second cup!
— Monika F. Verified
Bancha
This green tea is extremely smooth. I love it, like I love all teas I purchase from Diana.
— Linda G. Verified
Bancha Organic Tea
This tea is perfect for my Jun Kombucha and a cold brew of green tea in the morning! After drinking my first cup I felt more alert…
This tea is perfect for my Jun Kombucha and a cold brew of green tea in the morning! After drinking my first cup I felt more alert and a clean taste. I didn't need my routine coffee. love the smooth, mild green tea taste. Barely a bitter aftertaste. It has a touch of sweetness so I don't have to add any kind of sugar honey or sweetener. Bonus I received it in a beautiful packaging with a very nice thank you note and a specially packaged sample of the cinnamon they also sell. It tastes pretty good. I love to support family based business, the friendliness and special touch warmed my heart that this family is passionate about their product and go above and beyond to meet customer satisfaction.
— Joan Z. Verified
Bancha with a splash of lemon
A wonderful Green Tea. Smooth in taste. Also suitable as a summer tea with a splash of lemon. A second infusion makes an enjoyable…
A wonderful Green Tea. Smooth in taste. Also suitable as a summer tea with a splash of lemon. A second infusion makes an enjoyable second cup!
— Monika F. Verified
Great products and great service
I had a slight mix up on my order, they were quick to reply and correct my order with no issues. Amazing service and great…
I had a slight mix up on my order, they were quick to reply and correct my order with no issues. Amazing service and great products.
— Nick C. Verified
Great tea
A lovely, delicate tea. The peach is strong without being overwhelming or cloying, and the calendula is a nice addition. Very…
A lovely, delicate tea. The peach is strong without being overwhelming or cloying, and the calendula is a nice addition. Very tasty!
— Zoe R. Verified
Maple Peach
The maple peach is delicious. What a beautiful combination. I will most definitely order it again, and a higher quantity of it.
— Gerda S. Verified
Always handy
I use dillweed often. This dill is fresh and has a nice aroma. I use it in marinades, salad dressings, and on fish. Good stuff.
— Jennifer D. Verified
Great stuff
This has helped my household a lot with circulation and alertness when we had it everyday. Will be ordering again soon. Thanks
— Dave G. Verified
Love this tea. Hands down my fav rooibos. This store is our one-stop-shop for tea and spice. Great service, top notch product.…
Love this tea. Hands down my fav rooibos. This store is our one-stop-shop for tea and spice. Great service, top notch product. 10/10!!
— Erin Poeta P. Verified
Delicious
I love this black tea, it has a really nice smooth flavour and love how it’s Swiss water method decaf. Will be buying again!
— Jessica A. Verified
Great flavorful tea
Toffee Ole is one of our favorite teas to share with friends in the evening, when we want something non-caffeinated but quite…
Toffee Ole is one of our favorite teas to share with friends in the evening, when we want something non-caffeinated but quite flavorful.
— Joel R. Verified
Another full bodied ‘real tea’ . ie It is not a flavoured tea. However, we do very much enjoy the Cafe Latte tea which is a…
Another full bodied ‘real tea’ . ie It is not a flavoured tea. However, we do very much enjoy the Cafe Latte tea which is a flavoured tea!!!
— Ted H. Verified
teas
love , love, love and they shipping is very fast. the headache tea works great, the throat coat tea works great as well
— Miranda A. Verified
4 stars
It worked beautifully; perhaps if I add a little more honey, it would make it better… It is a wellness tea, after all!
— Merrilee B. Verified
Bancha with a splash of lemon
A wonderful Green Tea. Smooth in taste. Also suitable as a summer tea with a splash of lemon. A second infusion makes an…
A wonderful Green Tea. Smooth in taste. Also suitable as a summer tea with a splash of lemon. A second infusion makes an enjoyable second cup!
— Monika F. Verified
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