Black Tartary Buckwheat Tea Ku Qiao Cha 500g Canister Sichuan Liangshan Roasted Grain Tea Sugar Free

Black Tartary Buckwheat Tea, known in Chinese as Ku Qiao Cha (苦荞茶), is a roasted grain tea made from the seeds of Fagopyrum tataricum, a buckwheat species traditionally valued in Chinese herbal practice. Sourced from the Daliang Mountains of Sichuan, the groats are roasted for a rich nutty aroma and brewed as a caffeine-free daily infusion. In TCM tradition, buckwheat is considered cooling in nature with a sweet flavor. Enjoy as a warm or cold steeped tea.

Key Selling Points

• Roasted black tartary buckwheat groats from the Daliang Mountains of Sichuan
• Made from Fagopyrum tataricum seeds, a traditional Chinese grain tea
• Sugar free and naturally caffeine free for daily steeping
• Cold brew and hot steep friendly with a rich roasted aroma
• Convenient 500g canister suitable for home offices and hospitality use

Quality & Sensory

The roasted groats typically show a deep brown to blackish color with a firm granular texture. The dry tea carries a warm nutty and toasty aroma. Brewed, it typically yields an amber golden liquor with a smooth mellow roasted grain taste and a lightly sweet finish.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a hot daily grain tea
• Cold brew for a refreshing roasted infusion
• Serve after meals in place of caffeinated tea
• Offer to guests at restaurants hotels and offices

Traditional Uses

In Chinese folk tradition, buckwheat has long been consumed as a wholesome grain tea, especially in mountainous regions of Sichuan. Roasted buckwheat infusions are traditionally enjoyed warm after meals and shared among family and guests. The groats may also be added to congee or eaten directly as a toasted snack after steeping.

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