Soba Tea

What Is Soba Tea?

Soba tea, also known as sobacha or buckwheat tea, is a traditional Japanese and Korean drink made by roasting buckwheat kernels and steeping them in hot water.

Despite its name, buckwheat is not a type of wheat. It is a naturally gluten-free seed, giving soba tea a distinctive nutty flavour and making it suitable for people avoiding gluten or conventional tea and coffee.

Made from Roasted Tartary Buckwheat

Our soba tea is made from 100% roasted Tartary buckwheat, chosen for its naturally rich, toasted flavour.

Roasting develops the buckwheat’s warm, nutty character and a gentle sweetness, creating an aroma often compared with freshly baked biscuits or toasted grains.

The finished drink is naturally caffeine-free, gluten-free, vegan, non-GMO and free from artificial additives and preservatives, making it an easy alternative to black tea, green tea or coffee at any time of day.

Made in Hungary by 24 Tea

Our soba tea is produced in Hungary by 24 Tea, a small independent company founded by Liuba and Anna.

The pair created the brand around their own enjoyment of soba tea during busy everyday life, gradually building a range centred on roasted Tartary buckwheat and flavoured variations.

Personally Selected by Monika

Founder Monika Gyenes added 24 Tea to the Best of Hungary range after discovering the growing popularity of soba tea in Hungary.

The product was a natural fit for the range: made in Hungary by a small, independent, family-style business, with a distinctive flavour, and offering something different from conventional black or herbal teas.

Great Taste Award-Winning Soba Tea

24 Tea Soba Tea has received recognition at the Great Taste Awards by the Guild of Fine Food, providing independent assessment of its flavour and overall quality.

View Best of Hungary’s Great Taste-recognised products in the official Guild of Fine Food directory.

What Does Soba Tea Taste Like?

Soba tea has a warm, nutty and gently toasted flavour with a mild natural sweetness.

It is smooth rather than bitter and has none of the tannic character found in black or green tea, making it especially easy to drink on its own.

Its roasted aroma also works well with milk or plant-based milk and pairs naturally with raw honey if you prefer a slightly sweeter drink.

How to Make Soba Tea

• Add around one teaspoon of roasted buckwheat kernels to a cup.
• Pour over 150–200ml of boiling water.
• Allow to steep for 3–5 minutes.
• Enjoy hot, or chill and serve over ice for a refreshing cold drink.

You can steep the same portion of buckwheat more than once, so a 100g pack yields about 50–60 cups.

Can You Eat the Buckwheat After Brewing?

Yes. You can eat the roasted buckwheat kernels after steeping instead of discarding them, making this a true zero-waste drink.

Let them dry, then use them as a crunchy topping for yoghurt, porridge, or salads, or enjoy them as a small snack.

When to Drink Soba Tea

Because soba tea is naturally caffeine-free, you can enjoy it throughout the day, including in the evening.

It works equally well as a warming drink in winter or chilled over ice during warmer weather, making it a versatile alternative to conventional tea and coffee.

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Discover soba tea made from roasted Tartary buckwheat and enjoy this easy and naturally caffeine-free drink every day, served hot or cold.