Whether sweetened or unsweetened, Rooibos is incredibly refreshing on hot summer days. Its chilled nature helps to cool the body down and provides relief from the heat. It’s also the ideal drink to serve at social gatherings, picnics or parties in various forms, such as pitchers of iced tea, cocktails/mocktails or as a base for fruity punches. For more recipe ideas, read here.
If you’re looking for natural ways to boost your health, look no further than Rooibos. This red-hot bevvy is packed with goodness – offering a wide range of flavours and types to satisfy every palate. The tisane is particularly good for men who are looking to improve heart- and prostate health, digestion, metabolism and muscle recovery. For more on Rooibos’ health benefits.read here
We’ll be seeing a lot more of the colour Rooibos in the coming months after the Rooibos Pantone® was announced as one of the top ten colours in the Fashion Colour Trend Report for spring 2024 at this past New York Fashion Week (NYFW). The “Colours of the Year” are announced annually by Pantone LLC, a company known for its colour matching system, which is widely used across an array of industries. For more info about the Rooibos Pantone® and what industries are likely to take inspiration from it, read here
BRING BACK NOSTALGIA WITH ROOIBOS THIS HERITAGE MONTH
For more than a century, Rooibos has played an important part of South African culture and heritage. For many, the taste of the tisane brings back fond memories of time spent with family and friends. Even the smell of Rooibos can elicit feelings of belonging, due to the strong link between scents and
memory. When we indulge in nostalgic food, it makes us feel more connected with our self-identity and social tribe. For more on why Rooibos might evoke a sense of nostalgia, as well as Rooibos- inspired dishes,Read here.
RAISE A CUP TO WOMEN THIS AUGUST
Over the centuries, tea drinking has been inextricably linked to social change. Gathering and enjoying a cup of tea together, gave women the opportunity to find their voice, express themselves and provided them with political exposure. Many women’s rights movements started in tea rooms where conversations focused on the struggles and inequalities that affected women. Today, we are living the legacy of these afternoon tea conversations that have enabled women to go to college, vote and hold office, own property, having the right to birth control and not to be discriminated against based on gender. For more on how tea has been used as a catalyst for social change. Read here
A good night’s rest is essential for health and well-being, but for many the cold weather can lead to sleepless nights and insomnia. Herbal infusions, like Rooibos, have long been used for relaxation and sleep, and now science supports this notion too. Here’s why you should drink a cup of Rooibos before bedtime as a holistic way to improve sleep.
Exposure to cold temperatures lowers our immune response leaving our bodies more susceptible to colds and flu. Here’s how incorporating a daily cup of Rooibos could help you weather pesky winter infections.
On May 21, we observe International Tea Day, which has been set aside annually to raise awareness of the history and cultural significance of tea around the world. This month, we’ll be exploring our tea-drinking roots as a multi-cultural nation and how other countries drink our beloved homegrown tisane, Rooibos.
On May 21, we observe International Tea Day, which has been set aside annually to raise awareness of the history and cultural significance of tea around the world. This month, we’ll be exploring our tea-drinking roots as a multi-cultural nation and how other countries drink our beloved homegrown tisane, Rooibos.
