Grapefruit Rooibos: a delicate, fragrant blend
Rooibos Claremont gets its distinctive flavour from the many ingredients that make up its recipe. Originating in South Africa, organic natural rooibos is known for its gentle aroma with woody notes, much like our Rooibos Middleton. Green maté adds a touch of softness to this delightful blend.
The combination of citrus fruits, mixed fruits and cacao nibs gives your cup a pleasantly fragrant flavour. The recipe also includes rose petals, verbena, pink pepper and nettle: ingredients that make this infusion truly original and a delight for the senses.
The benefits of grapefruit rooibos
Beyond its delicately fruity flavour, this citrus rooibos brings a host of wellbeing benefits. Both green maté and rooibos are renowned for their many virtues.
Rich in antioxidants, they help protect cells against oxidative stress (sources: EFSA, Pimpinella anisum ID 1234). Green maté is traditionally used to support alertness and vitality. As part of a balanced lifestyle, green maté may help support energy metabolism (sources: EMA herbal monograph, EFSA on hold list). Finally, thanks to its relaxing properties, rooibos promotes a sense of calm and restful sleep (sources: EMA, EFSA on hold list).
Brewing guide
How to prepare grapefruit rooibos?
To fully appreciate the flavours of each ingredient in this blend, it is worth taking a little care with preparation. Depending on your preference, you can steep the blend in a tea bag or a tea infuser. Follow our guidance below for the ideal dosage and brewing temperature.
How much grapefruit rooibos should you use?
For a rich, full-flavoured cup, use around 15 to 20 grams of citrus rooibos per litre of water. A generous measure ensures you capture all the fruity and floral notes that make this infusion so special.
What is the ideal brewing temperature for grapefruit rooibos?
Like most herbal and floral infusions, this citrus rooibos is best prepared in water at 100 °C, for around 7 to 10 minutes. Adjust the steeping time to suit your taste, shorter for a lighter cup, longer for a more aromatic brew.
When can you enjoy grapefruit rooibos?
As it contains very little theine, this delightful rooibos and maté blend can be enjoyed any time of day, including in the evening. Its ingredients promote relaxation and may help improve sleep quality (sources: EMA, EFSA on hold list). After a meal, it can also support healthy digestion and digestive comfort (sources: EFSA on hold list - Verbena, Mint).
The advantages of loose-leaf grapefruit rooibos
Choosing loose-leaf rooibos has many advantages. Packaged in a resealable airtight pouch, your blend keeps beautifully. Even after opening, its freshness is preserved, so you can savour the fragrant aroma of this rooibos, cup after cup. By opting for loose-leaf, you also ensure you are enjoying a quality product, whether it is a tea or an herbal infusion.
Why buy your grapefruit rooibos from Thés & Traditions?
Shopping for your citrus rooibos at Thés & Traditions comes with plenty of perks. Payments are secure, and delivery is available to your home or to a local pick-up point, whichever suits you best. And from €45 of purchases, delivery is free! Every customer also receives a complimentary sample with their order, a lovely way to discover our fragrant teas with mint, ginger or bergamot.
(The information above is based on traditional uses recorded by the EMA and EFSA.)
Sources:
- EFSA Journal - Scientific opinions on health claims related to antioxidants and plant extracts
- EMA Herbal Monograph on Ilex paraguariensis (maté)
- EFSA on hold list - Pimpinella anisum, Foeniculum vulgare, Verbena officinalis, Mentha, Rooibos
- EMA Herbal Monograph on Matricaria chamomilla and Tilia spp.
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