Sobacha (Japan)

One day, a young Zen monk asked wise Lao Cha: – Sensei, which brew truly captures the essence of Japan? Lao Cha smiled: – Consider Sobacha, young one. Soba Cha is a tisane from roasted buckwheat. In winter, it embraces with its warmth and comfort. In summer, it cools. All without caffeine. A Hokkaido native, it is rich in nutrients and culture. The disciple pondered: – Seems more than just a drink, sensei. With a nod, Lao Cha replied: – a connection to Nature's heart. In the vast landscape of teas and tisanes, Sobacha, or Soba Cha, holds a special place. Originating from Japan, Sobacha isn't, strictly speaking, a tea. It's an organic herbal tea, aka tisane, derived from roasted soba – buckwheat kernels. Now, if the word "soba" rings a bell, that's because it's been a culinary cornerstone in Japan for centuries. Most of us recognize it as those delicious noodles, warm and comforting in winter or refreshingly chilled during summer months. But Soba's versatility doesn't end there. Brew th