Barley

Barley Encyclopedia illustration

Type

Grass family Plants

Long awns extend from densely packed grain heads. Both hulled and hull-less cultivated forms are grown.

Where it grows

Long beard combing the wind

It is a grain that grows in the cool season. In Korea, it is planted in the fall and harvested the following year.

Taste

Flavor
Savory and light
Texture
Chewy when cooked
Dishes
Barley rice, Barley tea, Barley malt

Country and language

Ingredient rarity varies by country.

Reference country
Language한국어English日本語简体中文
SVery rareARareBOccasionalCAccessibleDCommon

Initial editorial grades for local ingredient access. Availability varies by region, season and seller.