barley coffee
orzi
OR-tsoh
Caffè d'orzo is a caffeine-free alternative made from roasted barley. It became popular during WWII when real coffee was scarce. Today it remains a common choice for those avoiding caffeine.
Bevo l'orzo perché non posso prendere il caffè la sera.
I drink barley coffee because I can't have coffee in the evening.
Un orzo al bar, per favore — senza caffeina.
A barley coffee at the bar, please — caffeine-free.