| sample |
$2 |
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| makes 10 cups |
| 4oz BAG |
$6 |
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| 12¢ per cup |
| 16oz BAG |
$15 |
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| 8¢ per cup |
Description
Rooibos, colloquially known as Red Tea, is an herbal plant that grows in South Africa. Rooibos is a flavorful, caffeine-free alternative to tea for those seeking to eliminate caffeine intake. Ours is a top-grade, organic African tea.
Story
Rooibos plant grows only near the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa. It was first noted by botanist Carl Humberg in 1772. A century later, Benjamin Ginsberg, a Russian immigrant, realized its marketing potential, and in 1904 began offering it as an herbal substitute to tea. The difficulty of shipping tea during the Second World War had boosted demand for Rooibos, which began to be referred to as Red Bush Tea, or simply Red Tea. In Japan, Rooibos is believed to aid longevity, and is known as Long Life Tea.
"OK, but not my "cup of tea" so to speak. I purchased a bunch of samplers and this is one of the ones I gave away after one try. "
"Not really a fan of this tea's taste, but late in the afternon or night when I need to drink a tea without caffine, I turn to this one or the honeybush rooibos."
"Medicinal smell. Somewhat smooth to drink. Good on occasion."
"I gave this tea a good, but its between ok and good. I got this one becasue of its allergy fighting benefits. Its definitely woodsy and less sweeter than the honeybrush. Its good but I have a sweet tooth so I will purchase more of the honeybrush."
[ 6 mins @ 180°F ]
"This was such a great surprise -- really like the flavour. It brews to a red color, and you don't need to add anything to it (milk, sugar, etc) -- just drink as is. Lovely earthy taste and caffeine-free to boot. Originally, I was attracted to its health benefits --high in flavinoids, and antioxidants -- but now i can see this become part of my tea-loving rituals."
"I'm a rooibos lover, and this was a good one. I just ordered more!"
Recommendations
Tea Recipes (containing Rooibos tea)