Spring flavours are starting to appear on supermarket shelves again, and one of the more unusual ones this year is the Hana Ocha Komugi Loaf from Sunshine Bakeries.

The seasonal loaf combines soft Japanese-style bread with delicate floral tea notes, creating something that sits somewhere between everyday toast and a slightly more aromatic tea-time treat.

For those curious about what floral bread actually tastes like, we recently received a media drop featuring the loaf along with two specially curated spreads from Butter Studio — and put together a quick tasting video below.

What Makes the Hana Ocha Komugi Loaf Different

The Hana Ocha Komugi Loaf is made using Japanese Komugi flour, which is known for producing bread with a light, airy texture. The loaf has what Japanese bakeries often describe as fuwa fuwa softness — soft, fluffy and easy to pull apart.

Instead of the usual plain or wholemeal profile, this loaf introduces subtle floral tea notes baked directly into the bread. The flavour is delicate rather than overpowering, which makes it suitable for everyday breakfast or afternoon toast rather than feeling like a novelty dessert bread.

Another detail you may notice is a light sesame crunch in the loaf, which adds a mild nuttiness and gives the bread a bit of texture.

The result is a loaf that feels familiar enough for daily use, but with a slightly aromatic twist that makes it stand out from regular supermarket bread.

A Floral-Inspired Pairing with Butter Studio

To complement the loaf’s floral profile, Sunshine Bakeries partnered with Butter Studio to create two limited pairing spreads.

The first is a Chamomile Mango Jam, which combines floral chamomile notes with fruity mango sweetness and a hint of citrus brightness.

The second is a Lavender Rosemary Butter, finished with sea salt for balance. The butter brings a light herbal aroma that pairs well with the loaf’s tea-infused profile.

Together, the idea is to create a botanical-inspired toast experience, where the spreads enhance the bread’s floral characteristics rather than overpowering them.

How It Tastes

When toasted or served fresh, the bread remains very soft and airy, with the sesame providing subtle depth. The floral tea notes are noticeable but restrained, making it a good base for either sweet or savoury toppings.

The Lavender Rosemary Butter adds a surprisingly aromatic layer, while the Chamomile Mango Jam leans more towards fruity brightness.

If you enjoy tea-inspired desserts or lighter breakfast flavours, this combination offers something a little different from the usual butter-and-jam routine.

Where to Buy the Hana Ocha Komugi Loaf

The Hana Ocha Komugi Loaf will be available in Singapore from 11 March 2026.

Price: S$4.50 per loaf

You can find it at major supermarkets and retailers carrying Sunshine Bakeries products, including:

• NTUC FairPrice
• Cold Storage
• Giant
• Sheng Siong
• Selected supermarkets and neighbourhood grocery stores across Singapore

Because this is a seasonal spring release, availability may be limited depending on stock levels at each retailer.

If you’re curious about how floral tea flavours translate into bread, this is one of the more accessible ways to try it without committing to a specialty bakery loaf.

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Images: Sunshine Bakeries
Video: In Chef Mode