Rooibos was first discovered by the Khoisan people of South Africa, who used the leaves for medicinal purposes and herbal remedies. They used the leaves of the Aspalathus Linearis plant to make herbal remedies over 300 years ago. In 1772, then Swedish botanist Carl Thunberg documented the plant, bringing wider attention to its unique properties. Later, in the early 20th century, a Russian settler and tea enthusiast, Benjamin Ginsberg, played a key role in commercialising rooibos as a tea alternative, recognising its potential as a caffeine-free, antioxidant-rich beverage with many health benefits.
Those that consume Rooibos also known as Redbush have claimed that it has a soothing effect on headaches, disturbed sleeping patterns and digestive problems.
Rooibos seeds are planted during February and March. They are tended for 18 months after which they are harvested. Cut Rooibos is bound and milled to a uniform length then bruised between rollers to trigger the fermentation process, which results in the characteristic flavor and sweet aroma.
200 ml (about 7 ounces) of brewed Rooibos contains the following nutrients:
Iron (Fe), Essential for transport of oxygen in the blood, 0.07 mg. Potassium (K), Assists certain metabolic functions, 7.12 mg. Calcium (Ca), Necessary for strong teeth and bones, 1.09 mg. Copper (Cu), Assists certain metabolic processes, 0.07 mg. Zinc (Zn), Necessary for normal growth and development of healthy skin, 0.04 mg. Magnesium (Mg), Assists a healthy nervous system and other metabolic processes, 1.57 mg. Fluoride (F), Necessary for strong teeth and bones, 0.22 mg. Manganese (Mn), Assists metabolic processes and bone growth and development, 0.04 mg. Sodium (Na),Necessary for fluid and acid-base balance, 6.16 mg.
Savour the rich, earthy essence of our rooibos tea—an ancient African treasure, brimming with vitality, tradition, and pure, nourishing goodness.
The African Red Bush tea. Caffeine-free, low in tannins, rich in antioxidants and full of goodness. The reddish orange cup is fruity with sweet notes.
