teapigs honeybush and rooibos teabags

teapigs honeybush and rooibos tea bags

Unwind with South Africa's most popular duo – honeybush and rooibos tea. Our unique blend of these tea varieties offers a refreshing experience with their perfectly balanced profile. It’s almost as if tranquillity is packed in every cup – gives you a moment of pure calm that melts the stress away.

No exaggeration here – for centuries, South Africans have been enjoying these varieties for their health benefits and enjoyable taste. Time to treat yourself to this lovely blend and experience their goodness.

what is honeybush and rooibos tea?

Honeybush and rooibos tea is a blend of two caffeine-free herbal tea varieties from South Africa. The first one comes from the honeybush plant, while the second is produced from the leaves of the red bush.

The infusion of rooibos honeybush tea has a sweet and floral taste with a smooth texture and somewhat nutty and earthy notes. What’s the contribution of each tea? Well, honeybush adds a sweet (almost honey-like) aroma and delicate floral flavour, while rooibos adds a smooth texture and nutty, earthy taste.

And in case you’re wondering, honeybush gets its name from its flavour and “rooibos” means “red bush” in Afrikaans – pretty straightforward, isn’t it?

what are the benefits of drinking honeybush and rooibos tea?

Honeybush and rooibos tea has a lot of health advantages! It’s rich in antioxidants that help one’s immunity and overall health.

The long list of minerals in the rooibos and honeybush tea helps the body with clear skin, stronger bones and improved digestive health. What’s more – the rooibos and honeybush tea can support healthy hair growth and even help you sleep calmly at night.

So why not give it a try?

what makes teapigs honeybush and rooibos tea bags a must-have?

Teapigs honeybush and rooibos tea is a must-have for any tea enthusiast. It makes an infusion with a unique profile that stands out from typical supermarket varieties. Here’s why it's special:

1. Quality ingredients packed with care

2. Perfectly balanced honeybush and rooibos flavours

3. No bitterness, even when brewed longer than recommended

4. No caffeine and negligible calories even though it’s naturally sweet

5. Sweet aroma and a smooth (almost silky) texture with subtle honey, malty and nutty taste make it just right for any time of the day.

6. There's nothing better than coming home, slipping into your comfortable loungewear and stretching out on the sofa with a hot cup of teapigs rooibos and honeybush tea – blissful relaxation!

how to prepare honeybush and rooibos tea

It’s very easy to make honeybush and rooibos tea – just follow these simple steps:

1. Boil water: Get fresh water and boil.

2. Add rooibos honeybush tea bags: For each cup of water, use a rooibos and honeybush tea bag. Place a tea bag in each cup and pour boiling water.

3. Steep: Let the tea steep for about 5 to 7 minutes. This time is good enough to develop the flavours and prepare the drink. However, if only a stronger tea does it for you, steep it longer. It’s a really gorgeous tea – never bitter, even if you leave it for too long.

4. Enjoy: Discard the tea bag or let it stay! Many of us top up with more water.

recipes using honeybush and rooibos tea

Here are two recipes using rooibos honeybush tea that we think are totally worth trying:

Rooibos and honeybush tea smoothie

1. For about 8 minutes, steep 2 rooibos honeybush tea bags in a teapot with boiling water (125ml).

2. Discard the tea bags and allow the tea to cool.

3. Once cooled, blend the tea with blueberries (1 cup), Greek yoghurt (1 cup) and honey (1 tablespoon).

4. Blend until smooth.

Rooibos honeybush tea pancake recipe

1. Combine flour (2 cups), baking powder (2 tsp), salt (¼ tsp) and sugar (1 tbsp).

2. Separately mix 2 eggs, melted butter (2 tbsp), almond milk infused with rooibos and honeybush tea (2 cups)

3. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ones and blend.

4. Heat a cast iron pan on medium heat and add butter.

5. Pour about ¼ cup of batter into the pan.

6. Cook each side until golden brown.

7. Serve with syrup.

pairing suggestions for honeybush and rooibos tea

The flavour of honeybush and rooibos tea makes it enjoyable with a variety of foods. Here are some pairing suggestions:

1. Sweet snacks: Well, rooibos honeybush tea is subtly sweet by default, and that means you can always enjoy it with sweet snacks. Some options that you can try are – fruit scones, cheesecake, pikelets or pancakes.

2. Savoury dishes: Rooibos honeybush tea is equally enjoyable with savoury flavours. Give it a go with beef tacos, mini quiches or crispy roasted potatoes.

3. Fruits: The flavour of rooibos honeybush tea and that of fruits balance each other quite tastefully. Enjoy it at breakfast with fruits, like pears, apples or berries.

4. Spiced nuts: When you’re not in the mood to make elaborate arrangements but still want to enjoy something with the tea, try a bowl of lightly spiced nuts. You’ll be delighted with how they enhance the tea's nutty notes.

FAQs on honey and rooibos tea

Q. what is rooibos and honeybush tea good for?

A. Rooibos and honeybush tea blend is the go-to drink when you need a tasty drink with several advantages. This naturally sweet drink has no caffeine and almost no calories. It’s rich in antioxidants, making it great for overall health. This tea is excellent as the first cup of the day and definitely as an evening drink for relaxation.

Q. what does honeybush do for the body?

A. This tea is packed with health benefits, making it a great choice for wellness. Some of the benefits come from it being caffeine-free and rich in antioxidants, which help strengthen your immune system. It’s also known for being beneficial for women's health as well as for its soothing properties, improving digestion and reducing inflammation.

Q. is honeybush tea good for sleep?

A. Honeybush tea is an excellent choice when you need something to help you sleep better. It has no caffeine at all, and that makes it perfect as an evening drink or even one closer to bedtime. Additionally, its honey-like aroma and pleasant taste create a perfect environment for relaxation before sleep.

Q. does honeybush tea have estrogen?

A. Honeybush tea contains plant-based compounds (phytoestrogens) that mimic estrogen in the body. These compounds may help balance hormones, especially in women during menopause. During such times, they can help ease symptoms like hot flashes. However, the levels are mild, and it’s always best to consult your doctor.