麦茶 (Mugi-cha)

Barley tea

  • むぎちゃ
  • Mugi-cha
  • Pitch 2
  • beverages
  • tea

Meaning

麦茶 (むぎちゃ, Mugi-cha) is Barley tea — a Japanese food (beverages, tea).

What is Barley tea?

Mugicha is an infusion made from roasted barley. It has a toasted flavor, with slightly bitter undertones. In Japan, the tea is usually served cold and is a popular summertime refreshment. It is also widely available in tea bags or bottled in Japan.