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Size: 4 oz. Classic Tin Native Name: Rooibos Origin: South Africa Plucking Season: Late Summer History: We bring our Rooibos directly from one of the pioneers of Organic Rooibos processing in South Africa. Made of superfine grade, the leaf is fine and thin like needles. Our grower recently received the Best Product Award from the Indigenous Plant User Forum (IPUF) in Clanwilliam. The IPUF aims to promote the cultural, socio-economical and scientific advantages of the sustainable use of indigenous plants. The IPUF's annual symposium is a unique, multicultural and multidisciplinary event that brings together academics, businessmen and women, resource managers, anthologists, conservationists, natural healers and other parties who are interested in the sustainable use of South African plants. Caffeine-free. Flavor Profile: Full bodied, fruity, vanilla aroma. Smooth, fruity, earthy flavor. Ingredients: 100% Organic Rooibos Leaves Certified Organic by: Quality Assurance International (QAI) Rooibos is exceptionally easy to brew. We recommend one teaspoon of leaf per 8 oz cup of near or just at boiling water. Because of its smoothness, steeping time can very broadly without acquiring any bitterness. In general, higher temperature and longer infusions extract more of the beneficial health properties of the beverage (boiling water, 10 minute infusion). However, if lower temperature or shorter steepings are desired, re-infusions will extract all the antioxidants and other nutritional qualities). Rooibos can be brewed in porcelain, ceramic, glass, or stainless steel but never in aluminum or other harmful materials.
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