Roasted Barley Tea Da Mai Cha 500g Dried Roasted Barley Grains for Daily Herbal Brewing

Roasted Barley Tea, known in TCM as Da Mai Cha (大麦茶), is made from the dried mature grains of Hordeum vulgare that have been cleaned and roasted. In TCM theory, barley is considered mild and slightly cooling in nature, traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach channels. This caffeine-free grain tea is commonly brewed as a light, toasty daily beverage and can also be used in cooking. It is a food product and is not intended to replace medicine.

Key Selling Points

• Traditional roasted barley tea made from dried Hordeum vulgare grains
• Known in TCM as Da Mai Cha (大麦茶) with established use in Chinese herbal tradition
• Roasted and dried processing gives a warm nutty character
• Naturally caffeine-free grain infusion suitable for daily drinking
• Versatile for hot brewing, iced tea, and culinary use

Quality & Sensory

The roasted grains are typically golden to deep brown with a firm, dry texture and a toasty, nutty aroma. When brewed, the infusion typically shows a warm amber color with a smooth, mildly sweet, roasted grain taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Brew as a hot daily grain tea
• Steep and chill for a refreshing iced barley tea
• Serve alongside meals as a traditional table beverage
• Add roasted grains to soups or grain blends for culinary use

Traditional Uses

In Chinese tradition, roasted barley has long been simmered or steeped as a simple household tea, often served with meals or in warm weather. In TCM theory, barley is traditionally associated with supporting the spleen and stomach and is commonly paired with other grains or herbs such as hawthorn in daily infusions. It is also a familiar ingredient in Korean and Japanese household tea customs.

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