Rooibos, red tea, or rooibos infusion are three names that often refer to the same drink. In reality, the ideal term is rooibos herbal tea. Indeed, this plant from South Africa is prepared by decoction. Rich in antioxidants, this Cape treasure soothes many ailments. Moreover, its pleasant taste is appreciated by all members of the family. A closer look at Cederberg's miracle drink.
Rooibos: a tea, an infusion, or a herbal tea?
Rooibos is an infusion made from the leaves of the eponymous shrub. This herbal tea contains no theine. It is therefore not a tea.
Its name "red tea" comes from its reddish colour. However, it should not be confused with true red tea, which we call black tea. This Asian tea contains theine.
Since rooibos must be steeped to be drunk, its full name should therefore be red rooibos infusion or red rooibos herbal tea.
Rooibos infusion: South Africa's national drink
Known by its true name aspalathus linearis, rooibos is a wild shrub that grows on arid and acidic land in the northern Cape. It is in the heart of the Cederberg mountains that nature endows it with its countless health benefits.
Unlike teas, rooibos contains no theine. This pleasant-tasting drink can therefore be enjoyed by the whole family. Cape Town residents are fond of it in summer due to its richness in antioxidants and water.
"Red tea", an extraordinary drink
Rooibos infusions are praised for their health benefits. And it is true that they are used to relieve many everyday ailments. This drink is indeed endowed with an exceptional composition.
Rooibos, an organic infusion with a thousand virtues
Organic rooibos has a very extensive list of medicinal properties. This product, free of theine, is also accessible to women. Indeed, it can be consumed during pregnancy.
According to the advice of local tribes, rooibos has benefits for:
- sleep disorders;
- digestive and intestinal disorders;
- skin aging;
- weight management;
- allergies.
Lovers of natural products offer advice on how to consume rooibos. Whatever your age or gender, this quality drink is your health ally.
The red infusion from Africa, a nutritional treasure
Rooibos infusions contain 37 antioxidants and minerals. This richness makes it an interesting product for remineralising the body. But also a balancing product against an impressive list of ailments. Allergies in particular are thought to be encouraged by an imbalanced system.
Rich in water, herbal infusions offer an interesting alternative to classic teas.