Organic Barley Grass Powder: A Complete Guide

Cutetonic® Organic Barley Grass Powder comes from Hordeum vulgare, a grass that grows in temperate and subtropical climates. Barley has been used as a food crop since prehistoric times and was one of the first grains ever cultivated. It was a staple of medieval European cooking, and the germinated grain, known as malt, is still used to make beer and whisky.

How is barley grass powder made?

The juice of freshly squeezed barley grass is dried at low temperatures and turned into a fine powder. It is a green powder with a fresh, grassy flavour.

Barley grass and the “greens” family

Barley grass powder belongs to the greens category, along with other grasses, leafy vegetables and powders recognisable by their deep green colour and strong flavour. A small amount goes a long way in a recipe, so you only need a little.

Barley grass or wheatgrass?

Both are young green grasses that are dried into powders. The flavours are similar, with wheatgrass often described as a little stronger and more bitter. Wheatgrass powder is made from wheat, while barley grass powder comes from barley, so check labels if you avoid particular grains. Try both and see which you prefer.

Quick start: how to use barley grass powder

• Smoothies and shakes: blend half to one teaspoon with fruit and juice.
• Juices: stir into apple, pineapple or orange juice.
• Raw snacks: add to date balls, raw bars and dips.
• Yoghurt and bowls: stir into yoghurt, or sprinkle over smoothie bowls.

Small amounts give a big colour and flavour, so start with a pinch and add more to taste. Mix the powder into a little liquid first to avoid clumps.

Simple recipe: tropical green smoothie

Blend 1 banana, 100 g of frozen pineapple, 1 teaspoon of barley grass powder and 250 ml of coconut water or apple juice until smooth.

How to store it

Close the pouch tightly after use and keep it in a cool, dry cupboard out of direct sunlight. Use a dry spoon.

Barley grass powder FAQs

What does it taste like?

Grassy and fresh. Sweet fruit such as pineapple, mango and banana mellow the flavour.

Why does it look so green?

The colour comes from the barley grass itself.

Can I add it to hot drinks?

You can, but most people prefer it in cold drinks and smoothies.

Does it dissolve fully?

It disperses well when blended or shaken. If you stir by hand, mix well and drink soon after.

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Always check the product label for directions. If you have a medical condition, are pregnant or take medication, speak to your doctor or pharmacist before changing your diet or using a new product.