Dark beige sealed packaging bag with maroon designs and Japanese and English writing for Iribancha "smoky aroma" teabags
Dark beige sealed packaging bag with maroon designs and Japanese and English writing for Iribancha "smoky aroma" teabags - thumbnail 1 Deep brown roasted bancha green tea leaves and stems from Kyoto on white plate on white table - thumbnail 2 Back of tan and burgundy packaging with text and graphic instructions and information on a white background - thumbnail 3 White pyramid shaped teapot-size teabag of Ippodo Iribancha steeping in smoky brown tea in glass kyusu teapot - thumbnail 4 Tan and burgundy tea package with loose tea leaves and two pyramid-shaped tea bags on a light pink background - thumbnail 5
Uniquely Smoky

Iribancha Teabags (Teapot Size – 20 Bags)

Bancha
(20)
$23

Iribancha is produced by roasting green tea leaves until they start to smoke. Be warned! This tea is intensely smoky, like campfires and peaty scotch.

Shelf lifeConsume quickly 
Serving size1 teabag per pot (14 fl oz.)
Size6.3" × 1.9" × 10.4"
Net weight4.93 oz (0.25 oz per bag)
Quantity20 teabags

Note for first-timers: Iribancha has a distinct flavor that can be an acquired taste. We recommend newcomers trying it for the first time start with one package.

Iribancha, also called Kyobancha, is known for its unique smoky aroma and its refreshing flavor. People in Kyoto have long enjoyed Iribancha with meals and throughout the day to stay hydrated. Since it has less caffeine than other green teas, less-sensitive people also drink it in the evening to relax.

Iribancha is produced by using the large leaves, stems, and small twigs that remain on the tea tree after the first harvest. These leaves and stems are steamed, baked, and then roasted on a hot pan until they start to smoke. This process gives Iribancha its memorable smoky character.

These Iribancha One-pot Teabags are made from crushing large loose-leaf Iribancha into smaller leaves to fit into large pyramid sachets, making it easier and faster to brew. The package is re-sealable, making it ideal for storing the teabags, and is printed with preparation instructions and a description of the tea in both English and Japanese.

Ways to Prepare

Sit back and enjoy the uniquely smoky aroma and refreshing flavor.
https://ippodotea.pro/blogs/recipes-to-brew-japanese-tea/iribancha-hot-brew

Sit back and enjoy the uniquely smoky aroma and refreshing flavor.

  1. 1. Place 1 teabag in a teapot.
    1 teabag
    Hand pulling pyramid-shaped Iribancha teabag out of packaging. - Iribancha Teabags - Hot Brew - Kyusu
  2. 2. Pour 400 mL (14 oz) of boiled water over the teabag.
    400 mL (14 oz) 100°C (212°F)
    A glass teapot pours deep amber roasted tea into a small cup, with an orange tea package visible in the background. The modern teaware and packaging showcase a stylish presentation of the traditional beverage. - Iribancha Teabags - Hot Brew - Kyusu
  3. 3. Wait 5 minutes, remove teabag and enjoy!
    5 minutes
    A white ceramic cup filled with golden-amber tea, viewed from above against a plain white background. The liquid's rich color contrasts with the cup's simple design, creating a minimalist and appealing composition. - Iribancha Teabags - Hot Brew - Kyusu
Try this recipe for a large batch of this uniquely smoky tea.
https://ippodotea.pro/blogs/recipes-to-brew-japanese-tea/iribancha-carafe-brew

Try this recipe for a large batch of this uniquely smoky tea.

  1. 1. Place 2 teabags in a carafe.
    2 teabags
    Hand pulling two pyramid-shaped Iribancha teabags out of packaging. - Iribancha Teabags - Hot Brew - Carafe
  2. 2. Pour 1 liter (32 oz) of boiled water.
    1 L (32 oz) 100°C (212°F)
    Iribancha Teabag in a glass carafe steeping in cold water. - Iribancha Teabags - Hot Brew - Carafe
  3. 3. Brew 10 minutes, and serve. The carafe will be hot, so handle with care.
    10 minutes
    A white ceramic cup filled with golden-amber tea, viewed from above against a plain white background. The liquid's rich color contrasts with the cup's simple design, creating a minimalist and appealing composition. - Iribancha Teabags - Hot Brew - Carafe
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