A bit about ROOIBOS

Rooibos is grown in South Africa. It is rich in antioxidants and is a caffeine free alternative to traditional teas. It has a distinctive colour, taste, and aroma and blends well with many flavours.

The process of oxidizing or fermenting produces the distinctive reddish-brown color of rooibos and enhances the flavor. Unoxidized green rooibos is also produced using a more demanding production process similar to the method by which green tea is produced. It carries a more grassy flavour, somewhat different from its red counterpart.

In the summer, rooibos is very good iced as well. Or, to make a rooibos smoothie, use 2 tsp. of desired rooibos steeped in 1/2 cup of water for 10-15 minutes, remove the leaves, add other ingredients and blend.