There are several varieties of green tea which have a relatively low caffeine content. Karigane or Genmaicha, for example, often contain one-third to one-half stems or roasted rice. The lower concentration of tea leaves in the infusion results in a lower overall caffeine content compared to infusions consisting exclusively of tea leaves. Bancha, Sannen Bancha and Hojicha are other green tea varieties known for their relatively low caffeine content.
Moreover, the way you prepare tea significantly affects the caffeine content of the infusion. Longer infusion times and higher water temperatures tend to result in a higher amount of caffeine being extracted.
Apart from the classic green, white, black and oolong teas, which all contain caffeine, there are also herbal teas: these infusions are naturally caffeine free. Rooibos, honeybush and other herbal teas (with the exception of mate tea) are excellent caffeine-free alternatives.
If you are unsure about the caffeine content of a particular tea, please feel free to reach out to us at any time. We are happy to help you clarify any questions you may have about the caffeine content of the tea you are interested in.