How does it taste?
Barley’s sweetness comes through clearly in the flavour and wonderful aroma of Ippodo’s mugicha, which is made from deep roasted six-row barley. Its taste leaves your mouth feeling refreshed, and is good for your mind and body.
How/when to enjoy it?
This caffeine-free tea is good for staying well hydrated when you’re tired or not feeling well.
What to enjoy it with?
Spicy food like curry.
How do Ippodo staff enjoy it?
To wind down before going to bed, drink warm mugicha and find something good to read.
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StrengthLight/easy to drink Rich/satisfying
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TasteBitter/sharp Sweet/umami
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FragranceMild Fragrant/aromatic
Large Amounts of Mugicha (kettle)
- 50g
- 2L
- Boiling hot water
- 30min.
1 Use 50g (5 tablespoons) of mugicha (roasted barley)
2 Boil about 2L of water in a kettle, then add the barley. Turn off the heat and leave to brew for 30 minutes.
3 Transfer to a different container and you’re done!
Large Amounts of Mugicha (cooking pot)
- 15g
- 500ml
- Boiling hot water
- 30min.
1 Use 15g (1.5 tablespoons) of mugicha (roasted barley)
2 Boil about 500ml of water in a cooking pot or saucepan, then add the barley. Bring back to the boil, then turn off the heat. Leave to brew for 30 minutes.
3 Transfer to another container, using a sieve to strain out the leaves and stems.
- Mugicha (Barley Tea) 400g Bag (Gift wrap not available)
- Size of Package : W8.0 x D3.3 x H32.5 cm
- Net Weight : 400grams
- Ingredients : Barley (Japan)
- Shelf Life : 180 days
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August 6, 2021 at 4:23 pm
Such a delicious treat for the summer. I always brew a 2 ltr. pot and let it simmer for the first 5 minutes for extra strong flavour. After that I pour the tea in glass bottles and keep them chilled in the fridge. Refreshing over ice and very mellow when enjoying at room temperature.
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