At a glance: A round, indulgent organic date and vanilla Rooibos, grown to certified organic standards. Brew at 100°C for 7 to 10 minutes, using 15 to 20 g per litre. Naturally caffeine-free.
Picture a cup with warm copper hues, its aroma evoking candied dates and a freshly split vanilla pod. That is exactly what this infusion delivers: a gentle, enveloping sweetness, entirely natural, with no caffeine whatsoever.
At Thés & Traditions, we crafted this red tea as a liquid dessert, perfect after lunch, in the mid-afternoon, or before bed. A cup for slowing down, without giving up on pleasure. Browse our selection of organic Rooibos to explore different flavours throughout the seasons.
The flavour profile of date and vanilla Rooibos
The moment you open the packet, natural vanilla and date aromas unfurl, carried by the woody, gently sweet notes of the Rooibos. In the cup, the experience opens in three distinct stages.
On the attack, vanilla leads, creamy and rounded, supported by the date pieces (10%) which bring a soft, candied richness. At the heart, the Rooibos reveals its velvety, lightly honeyed texture. On the finish, a caramel note lingers, long and entirely free of bitterness.
The blend is intentionally simple: organic Rooibos, organic dates (with a little rice flour to preserve the pieces), organic vanilla extract and real organic vanilla (1%). No artificial flavourings, only natural aroma. If you enjoy indulgent profiles, you may also like our Honeyed Sweetness Rooibos, with a more floral, honeyed character.
How to prepare date and vanilla Rooibos
Rooibos has a wonderful quality: it never turns bitter, no matter how long it steeps. That said, these guidelines will help you bring out its full aromatic range.
- Quantity: 15 to 20 g per litre, roughly one heaped tablespoon per large cup.
- Water: bring to a rolling boil, ideally using low-mineral water to let the aromas shine.
- Temperature: 100°C, unlike green teas which call for a gentler heat.
- Time: 7 to 10 minutes, depending on the strength you prefer.
Strain and enjoy as it is, or add a splash of plant-based milk for a dessert-style latte. In summer, let it cool and serve over ice with a few strips of orange zest: the date note comes through brilliantly. For more inspiration, visit our guide Everything You Need to Know About Rooibos.
Storage
Packed in our own workshop, this Rooibos keeps best in an airtight tin, away from light, moisture and strong odours. Stored this way, the aromas stay fresh for up to 18 months. Try it as an evening ritual, naturally calming at the end of the day.
Frequently asked questions
How do I prepare date and vanilla Rooibos?
Use 15 to 20 g per litre of water at 100°C and steep for 7 to 10 minutes. Rooibos never turns bitter, so you can brew it a little longer for a fuller cup, or shorten the steep for something more delicate.
What are the benefits of Rooibos?
Naturally caffeine-free, Rooibos is traditionally valued for its gentle character and its richness in antioxidants. You can learn more about the origins of Rooibos and its history.
What does date and vanilla Rooibos taste like?
A woody, honeyed Rooibos base, enriched by pieces of candied date (10%) and natural organic vanilla aroma (1%). The result is a round, smooth, lightly caramelised cup with no bitterness at all.
Where can I buy organic date and vanilla Rooibos?
Our Rooibos is selected by Julien Huot, founder of Thés & Traditions, and packed loose-leaf in our workshop from certified organic agriculture.
Sources
Our information draws on official guidance in the fields of nutrition and organic agriculture: ANSES for the French nutritional framework, and EFSA for European scientific opinions on natural products.
