Because the drink is based on roasted grains rather than delicate tea leaves, they tolerate hot water well and do not turn bitter when steeped for a long time. General recommendations for this type of ingredient:
- Water temperature. Water at about 90–100 °C is suitable. The grains do not need a delicate brewing regime like, for example, green tea.
- Amount. According to the manufacturer's instructions, use 1–2 teaspoons of grains per 300–400 ml of water. The amount can be adjusted to taste: more grains make a stronger infusion.
- Steeping time. According to the instructions, 2–5 minutes, after which the drink is strained. With longer steeping the taste becomes more intense, but no bitterness appears — this is a feature of buckwheat as an ingredient.
- Re-steeping. The grains are meant for several brews. The first brew is the brightest and most toasty. The second and third give a milder, calmer taste. You can increase the steeping time slightly each time.
- Cold option. The hot infusion can be cooled and served with ice. The result is a refreshing drink with a light grainy note — without added sugar it works well as an alternative to sweet drinks.
You can brew it in an ordinary teapot, a French press or straight in a mug with a strainer — the grains are larger than tea leaves and separate easily. An opened pack is best kept in a dry place away from other odours, as roasted grains readily absorb them.