The history of sobacha, a buckwheat infusion from Japan
Born in the northeast part of Asia, sobacha nevertheless claims its belonging to Japanese culinary heritage even in its name. “Sobacha” symbolizes the combination of buckwheat (“soba”) and tea (“cha”).
However, sobacha is not strictly speaking a tea: it is presented as an infusion of roasted or toasted buckwheat seeds without theine, to be enjoyed throughout the day.
In Japan, sobacha is one of the most popular drinks, alongside the ever-popular matcha tea. Originally, the buckwheat plant spread across Japan thanks to new cultivation techniques. Initially used to make flour and noodles, toasted buckwheat seeds were later used to produce a naturally indulgent elixir with rounded, nutty notes.
The ultimate convivial drink, thesobachaoffers you the opportunity to welcome your loved ones at any time of the day. Let yourself be convinced by its original flavor through a hot or iced infusion.
Great news for sobacha fans: roasted buckwheat seeds are also making their way into the kitchen to make cakes (including chocolate-sobacha tart), porridges and salads with a slightly nutty flavor.
Also enjoy a cup of sobacha at mealtime, with onigiris for a 100% Japanese food and tea pairing or with a fruity dessert for a moment of sweetness filled with harmony.
Betjeman & Barton style sobacha to infuse
Respectful of traditions, our more than century-old House puts the authenticity of Japanese sobacha in the spotlight through its infusion of roasted buckwheat seeds.
Our sobacha originates from Japan. It is carefully crafted from an ancestral recipe that will satisfy the demands of even the most discerning herbal tea enthusiasts. For optimal enjoyment, this herbal tea, with its delicious roasted hazelnut aroma, is infused for 4 to 5 minutes in water at 90°C.
Available in bulk in 100g, 500g or 1kg format, oursobacha to infuseadapts to all habits and all profiles: choose the 100 g version to introduce you to buckwheat infusion, the 500 g version to offer a precious gift to a herbal tea lover or the 1 kg version to stock up on your favorite caffeine-free drink.
Also try our other Japanese teas for a perfect immersion in the land of the rising sun. From Genmaicha green tea with toasted and puffed rice to Sencha Natural Leaf green tea sourced in Kyushu province, find the perfect partner for your moments of relaxation at home.
