What's in it
Roasted barley.
More about Barley Tea
Corn tea (oksusu-cha) is another common free tea at restaurants and is naturally gluten-free.
Good to know
Barley contains gluten.
Special diets and allergies
- Vegetarian: usually yes.
- Vegan: possibly — check for egg, dairy and honey.
- Allergens: Wheat / gluten.
Recipes vary between restaurants. If an ingredient matters to you, ask before you order — or show a diet card.
Quick answers
What is barley tea?
Roasted barley tea — often the free "water" at restaurants.
Is barley tea vegetarian?
Usually yes.
Is barley tea gluten-free?
No — it usually contains wheat (gluten). Recipes vary, so ask if you need to avoid it.
What is barley tea called in Korean?
보리차, pronounced “boricha”.