Quick answer

If you love the aroma of roses and enjoy a toasty, comforting green tea base, the Organic Kyoto Rose Tea from DAVIDsTEA is a unique floral blend worth trying. It's especially fitting for tea parties or quiet moments when you want a caffeine lift without the intensity of pure black tea.

What makes this tea special?

Organic Kyoto Rose Tea combines a genmaicha base—Japanese green tea with roasted rice—with the scent of roses. This gives it a flavor profile that is both nutty and floral, unlike many rose teas that use a black tea base. The roasted rice adds a comforting, savory note that balances the perfume of the roses.

Who should consider a different tea?

If you prefer a strong, malty black tea as your base, this blend's genmaicha foundation may taste too light or grassy. Also, those who dislike the distinct flavor of roasted rice should look for a pure rose black tea instead. This tea is not a traditional black tea; it's a green tea with roasted rice.

How to decide if this tea is for you

  • Flavor preference: If you enjoy nutty, toasty notes (like genmaicha) combined with floral rose, this tea is a strong match. If you want a pure black tea base, look for a different rose blend.
  • Occasion: This tea works beautifully for tea parties, brunches, or as a gentle afternoon pick-me-up. The mild caffeine from green tea is less jolting than black tea. Consider your serving size: a 1-teaspoon scoop per 8 oz cup is standard.
  • Brewing method: Use water around 175°F (80°C) and steep for 2-3 minutes. Oversteeping or using boiling water can make the green tea bitter. Loose leaf is ideal for best flavor. A mesh infuser or tea filter works well for this blend.

Product facts

  • Organic Kyoto Rose Tea: This tea uses a genmaicha base, which is Japanese green tea mixed with roasted rice, and is scented with roses. The roasted rice gives a toasty, savory undertone that makes this floral tea more comforting and less astringent than a typical green or black rose tea.

    Organic Kyoto Rose Tea

    Organic Kyoto Rose Tea

Is this tea right for you?

Best for

  • Fans of genmaicha or roasted rice teas who want a floral twist
  • Tea drinkers looking for a unique, aromatic blend for special occasions or tea parties

Not for

  • Those who prefer a strong, traditional black tea base in their floral blends
  • Anyone who dislikes the savory taste of roasted rice