Does Buckwheat Tea Have Caffeine?
Korean memilcha (메밀차) and Japanese sobacha (そば茶) are made from roasted buckwheat groats. Like other grain teas, they contain zero caffeine — and because buckwheat isn't a true wheat, they're naturally gluten-free.
Zero caffeine. Also naturally gluten-free.
How it compares
Buckwheat tea is a sweeter, nuttier grain tea than boricha. Same caffeine story: it's a grain infusion, not a tea leaf infusion, so there's nothing to draw caffeine out of.
| Drink | Caffeine (mg) |
|---|---|
| Buckwheat tea (8 oz) | 0 |
| Boricha (8 oz) | 0 |
| Hojicha (8 oz) | 8 |
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Earthy, nutty roasted buckwheat tea. Rich in rutin and nutrients. Traditional Korean grain tea.
Frequently asked
Is buckwheat tea gluten-free?
Yes. Despite the name, buckwheat is not related to wheat — it's technically a seed. Always check the packaging for cross-contamination if you have celiac disease.
What does buckwheat tea taste like?
Nutty, slightly sweet, and toasty. Fans describe it as somewhere between barley tea and roasted chestnuts.