Korean Cassia Seed | Raw Jue Ming Zi to Roast | 10.5 oz

Kosbee Korean Cassia Seed is raw, unroasted jue ming zi (결명자, Cassia tora) grown in Korea — glossy whole seeds you roast yourself, light to dark, for the freshest nutty, coffee-like, caffeine-free tea, with no additives and 0 sugar.

Most cassia seed is sold already roasted, and it often arrives stale or tasting old. Kosbee keeps it raw, so you toast it fresh in a pan and brew it at its most fragrant. Each resealable pouch holds a generous 10.5 oz (300 g).

For generations, these small, glossy seeds were dry-roasted in a pan and brewed into a warm, nutty tea across East Asia — the toasty aroma filling the kitchen as they crackled. Kosbee brings them to you raw and fresh, never pre-roasted, so you can roast them to your own taste at home.

Raw Seeds You Roast Yourself

Pre-roasted cassia seed loses its aroma on the shelf and can taste flat or rancid by the time you brew it. Kosbee's seeds are raw and glossy, so you roast them fresh and decide how light or dark you want them.

They're a Product of Korea, clean and single-ingredient, in a 300 g bulk pouch.

What's in the Pouch

100% Korean Cassia Seed (Jue Ming Zi / 결명자, Cassia tora)

Raw, unroasted glossy seeds grown in Korea, with no additives.

Raw, So You Roast Them Fresh

Not pre-roasted and stale — roast them yourself, light to dark, for the freshest flavor.

Naturally High in Protein & Calcium

A nutrient-dense seed: per labeled serving, high in plant protein (20% DV) and calcium (14% DV), with iron and potassium.

Caffeine-Free, 0 Sugar — Coffee Alternative

Dark-roasted and brewed strong, it's a nutty, caffeine-free stand-in for coffee.

The 10.5 oz (300 g) pouch is a generous bulk size; a serving is about 1 to 2 tablespoons (10 to 20 g).

How to Roast and Brew Korean Cassia Seed

First, roast: cassia seed should be roasted before brewing. Add the raw seeds to a dry pan (no oil) and toast over low-to-medium heat, stirring, until they crackle and smell nutty and toasty — about 5 to 10 minutes.

For tea, simmer 1 to 2 tablespoons (10 to 20 g) of roasted seeds in 1.5 to 2 quarts (1.5 to 2 liters) of water; boil, then steep on low for about 20 minutes, and chill it for a daily iced drink.

For a coffee alternative, roast the seeds darker and brew them strong in hot water — they take on a deep, nutty, espresso-like flavor, with no caffeine.

How to Enjoy It Safely

Cassia seed has a cooling character, so if you have a sensitive stomach or loose digestion, start with a small amount and a light brew, and enjoy it in moderation.

If you have low blood pressure or take prescription medication, talk to your doctor before drinking it regularly.

It is not recommended during pregnancy — if you are pregnant or nursing, please avoid it or talk to your doctor first.

Common Questions About Cassia Seed

Is this raw cassia seed from Korea?

Yes. Kosbee Korean Cassia Seed is raw, unroasted jue ming zi (Cassia tora) grown in Korea, with no additives and 0 sugar, in a generous 10.5 oz (300 g) bulk pouch. It's resealable and shipped from our New Jersey warehouse, so you get clean, glossy seeds you can roast fresh yourself.

How do I roast and brew cassia seed?

Roast the raw seeds in a dry pan over low-to-medium heat, stirring, until they crackle and smell nutty — about 5 to 10 minutes. Then simmer 1 to 2 tablespoons (10 to 20 g) in 1.5 to 2 quarts (1.5 to 2 liters) of water for about 20 minutes. Roast them darker for a coffee-like cup.

Is there anyone who should avoid it?

It is not recommended during pregnancy, so avoid it or talk to your doctor if pregnant or nursing. If you have a sensitive stomach or loose digestion, start with a small amount and a light brew. If you have low blood pressure or take medication, check with your doctor first.

Why buy raw instead of pre-roasted cassia seed?

Pre-roasted cassia seed often arrives stale or tasting old, and a lot of it is dark and over-roasted. Kosbee gives you fresh raw Korean seeds so you can roast them to your own taste — light for a mild tea, dark for a coffee-like cup — at peak freshness, as a Product of Korea.

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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.