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Hot Days of Summer & Iced Rooibos Tea Recipe

Thursday, August 5th, 2010

It’s been an incredible summer and I have enjoyed spending time with my 4 year old son in the backyard. To cool us both down, I started making Iced Rooibos Peach tea. It’s a perfect way to feel refreshed on a hot summer’s day. I am sharing our very simple recipe with you below (my 4 year old helps me with this). I hope you’ll try it and don’t forget to share your Rooibos Peach moment with us!

Did you know? Both Red and Green Rooibos are native to the mountains of South Africa: Rooibos teas are a smooth tasting alternative to those seeking a naturally caffeine-free drink. Recent research suggests Rooibos contains the highest known levels of anti-aging agents of any plant. Rooibos is a favorite for those looking for an aid to digestion, as well as a soothing beverage late in the evening.

Iced Rooibos Peach (makes 4 glasses)
8 teaspoons of Rooibos Peach
Water & lots of Ice!

Boil water enough for 2 tall glasses of tea and pour over 8 teaspoons of Rooibos Peach. Allow to steep for 7 minutes. Strain and add lots of ice. Garnish with mint leaves (optional). Drink and get refreshed!

Milk with your Tea?

Tuesday, May 18th, 2010


Ever wondered how milk came to be added to tea?
It was in 1680 France that Mdme de la Sabliere, at whose house many brilliant members of the court of Louis XIV met, thought of the idea of mixing milk in with her tea.

Later it wasn’t just the type of tea which became a choice but also the type of milk added to the tea, whether from Jersey cows or their more ordinary cousins!

Not all black teas need milk. The more robust black teas, such as Assam, Ceylon, the Breakfast blends (such as our Earl Grey, Earl Grey Supreme, Canadian Breakfast, London Breakfast) and Keemun or Yunnan black teas from China colour beautifully and benefit from milk.

More delicate and floral black teas such as Darjeeling turn a disappointing grey brown, and generally taste better without milk.

Milk is never added to Green or Oolong teas.

Milk or no milk, do visit our website today and give our black teas a try!

Healthy, Fresh & Delicious!