Rooibos tea is a red tea particularly appreciated for its mildness and slightly sweet taste, but do you really know it?
Discover its origins, characteristics and benefits through this article.
Origin of Rooibos tea
Roobois is a red tea that grows only in South Africa in the Cederberg Mountains a little north of Cape Town.
This delicious rooibos tea should really be called herbal tea because it does not contain theine.
In South Africa, this tea is usually consumed with milk and a little sugar, hot or cold.
This tea is also highly valued for its numerous health benefits. Be careful not to confuse rooibos with honeybush, which belongs to the same family.
Characteristics and benefits of rooibos
As I mentioned earlier, rooibos is highly valued for its sweetness and taste, but that's not all! Indeed, it has many health benefits.
Rooibos tea is rich in antioxidants because it contains polyphenols, and is a source of many benefits.
It helps prevent diseases such as cancer, degenerative diseases, and cardiovascular diseases.
It is also known for its benefits on digestive disorders and sleep disorders.
Finally, it is an excellent ally for skin problems such as eczema, skin allergies, and diaper rash.
How to prepare rooibos tea?
Rooibos tea is usually drunk with sugar and milk, but this one is just as tasty plain.
It can be consumed hot or cold; in fact, an iced rooibos frappé is delicious in the summer.
It is excellent accompanied by dried fruit or a square of dark chocolate ☺ It's up to you to choose how you want to enjoy it.
Finally, rooibos tea requires a longer steeping time than other teas; let it steep for 5 to 10 minutes depending on your taste!
Where to find rooibos tea
It's very easy to get them online or in a tea room; we recommend:
