Sempio Brown Rice Green Tea (Hyeonmi Nokcha) is a traditional Korean-style blended tea made from 60% roasted brown rice and 40% green tea. While regular green tea has a fresh, grassy character with a slight bitterness, Hyeonmi Nokcha adds the warmth of toasted brown rice, resulting in a nutty, roasted grain aroma alongside the green tea. The overall taste is smooth and light. It is very similar in style to Japanese Genmaicha (玄米茶), so those already familiar with Genmaicha will find it immediately recognisable. The caffeine content is lower than that of pure green tea, making it an ideal companion to meals or a gentle drink for any time of day.

Yes, Sempio Brown Rice Green Tea is suitable for both vegans and vegetarians. The ingredients consist solely of brown rice and green tea — no animal-derived ingredients whatsoever. It is also a gluten-free product. However, please note that Sempio produces soy-based products such as soy sauce in the same facilities, so those with a soy allergy are advised to contact Sempio directly to confirm the risk of cross-contamination before purchasing. Halal certification has not been confirmed at this time, so customers requiring halal-certified products should verify this before purchase.

For the best flavour, we recommend using water at around 80°C. Bring water to a full boil, then allow it to cool for 1–2 minutes before brewing. Using boiling water (100°C) directly may cause the green tea to release a bitter taste. Place 1 tea bag in a cup, pour 150–200ml of hot water, and steep for 3–5 minutes. Avoid leaving the tea bag in for too long, as this can intensify bitterness. The tea can be enjoyed hot, or allowed to cool completely and served over ice as iced tea. Each pack contains 20 tea bags, yielding approximately 20 cups.

In accordance with EU food labelling regulations (EU 1169/2011), the nutritional information for this product is declared per 100ml of brewed beverage. When brewed with water, Brown Rice Green Tea contains virtually zero calories, fat, carbohydrates, protein, and all other major nutrients. These figures refer to the brewed liquid as consumed, not to the dry tea bag itself. As a result, Hyeonmi Nokcha can be enjoyed freely without concern about calorie intake.

Before opening, store Sempio Brown Rice Green Tea in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. After opening, place the remaining tea bags in an airtight container or resealable bag to protect them from moisture and strong odours. Tea readily absorbs surrounding aromas, so avoid storing it next to strongly scented foods. The best-before date is printed on the outside of the packaging. Products exported to Europe are labelled in accordance with EU standards, with the date in DD/MM/YYYY format.