Introducing Rooibos Tea, South Africa’s traditional cup!
Your dream tour of South Africa would not be complete without a taste of the famous African red bush tea. The Rooibos tea in South Africa is something you really must try. Not only does it have incredible herbal benefits, but a sip of this tea will also immerse you into the wonderful African culture through its unique aroma and taste.
The Rooibos tea is caffeine free and is a herbal infusion made from an unusual plant called the Aspalathus Linearis. The plant can be found as nurtured crop on farms or growing freely in the wild. Much of Rooibos tea is made from leaves that have fallen from the plant and have then oxidised in the sun. However, the green Rooibos is normally made from leaves that have not been oxidised.
The South African Rooibos tea can be found blended with many different flavours and today, there are over 30 different blends available. One of the most popular flavours is the Double Red Rooibos, which contains the Rooibos powder making for a richer tea. Other delectable flavours include mint, vanilla, tiramisu, caramel and camomile.
Rooibos herbal tea has even made it onto Time’s top 50 healthiest foods list thanks to its natural properties, which offer both physical and mental benefits…
The red bush Rooibos tea has become a well-known product all over the world, with people eager to reap its many unique benefits. However the South African people had to fight to secure the future of its name when a French company attempted to trademark ‘Rooibos’. Luckily, in 2014 South Africa was officially awarded the trademark name, even though they have already been making it for generations.
When you a visit a country, experiencing and appreciating each bit of their culture can be a remarkable thing, all the way down to their traditional cup of tea. So when you’re taking a sip of your locally grown Rooibos tea during your trip to South Africa, remember to ask all about it. We’re sure local people will have a story they can tell.
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