Tartary Buckwheat Tea Ku Qiao Cha 500g x2 Cans Roasted Whole Grain Herbal Infusion from Daliangshan
$6.78 – $8.90Price range: $6.78 through $8.90
Description
Tartary Buckwheat Tea, known in TCM as Ku Qiao Cha (苦荞茶), is a roasted grain infusion made from the seeds of Fagopyrum tataricum, a buckwheat plant cultivated in the Daliangshan highlands of Sichuan. In TCM theory, buckwheat is considered cooling in nature with a sweet flavor and is traditionally associated with the spleen, stomach, and large intestine channels. This caffeine-free tea is brewed from whole roasted kernels and is enjoyed as a warm daily beverage. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.


Key Selling Points
- Sourced from the Daliangshan highlands of Sichuan, a well-known growing region for tartary buckwheat
- Made from roasted whole kernels of Fagopyrum tataricum, the botanical source of tartary buckwheat
- Naturally caffeine-free grain infusion suitable for drinking at any time of day
- Convenient canned format with two 500g jars, ideal for regular home brewing
- In TCM theory buckwheat is regarded as cooling in nature with a sweet flavor


Quality & Sensory
The roasted kernels typically show a golden to deep amber color with a firm, granular texture. The dry tea carries a warm, toasty, nutty aroma. When steeped in hot water, the liquor typically turns a clear golden-yellow with a smooth, mellow, slightly nutty taste and a gentle roasted finish.


Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Roasted grain herbal infusion |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 苦荞茶 |
| Pinyin | Ku Qiao Cha |
| Botanical Name | Fagopyrum tataricum |
| Plant Part | Seeds |
| Net Weight | 500g x 2 cans |


Usage Scenarios
- Steep a spoonful of roasted kernels in hot water for a warm daily grain tea
- Serve hot during cold seasons or chilled as a refreshing summer infusion
- Enjoy after meals as a light, caffeine-free beverage
- Offer to guests as a traditional roasted grain tea alternative to green or black tea


Traditional Uses
In traditional Chinese practice, buckwheat has long been consumed as a wholesome grain food and steeped as a household tea, especially in the mountainous regions of southwestern China. It is traditionally enjoyed after meals or in the evening as a caffeine-free alternative to tea leaves. Roasted buckwheat kernels are also commonly served to guests and paired with daily meals as a mild, toasty beverage.


FAQ Q&A
Q: What is this product?
A: It is roasted tartary buckwheat tea (Ku Qiao Cha) made from whole kernels of Fagopyrum tataricum grown in the Daliangshan region of Sichuan, packaged in two 500g cans.
Q: What are its traditional characteristics?
A: In TCM theory, buckwheat is considered cooling in nature with a sweet flavor and is traditionally associated with the spleen, stomach, and large intestine channels.
Q: How is it commonly prepared?
A: Simply steep a spoonful of the roasted kernels in hot water for a few minutes until the liquor turns golden, then drink; the kernels may be re-steeped several times.


Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
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| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | Large Jar 2 Jars Black Tartary Buckwheat Yellow Tartary Buckwheat 500g 2 jars, Large Can 1 Can Black Tartary Buckwheat 500g can, Large Can 2 Cans Black Tartary Buckwheat 500g 2 cans, Large Can 1 Can Yellow Tartary Buckwheat 500g can, Large Can 2 Cans Yellow Tartary Buckwheat 500g 2 cans |
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