Delightfully aromatic and more delicate than a traditional rooibos, Organic Green Rooibos brews a light cup with a hearty herbal flavor and grassy overtones reminiscent of a quality Sencha.

History & Heritage

Rooibos, meaning "red bush," grows in the Cederberg mountains of South Africa's Western Cape, where the indigenous Khoisan people have long known the plant. In 1904, a merchant named Benjamin Ginsberg began selling it as "Mountain Tea," and in the 1930s Dr. Le Fras Nortier helped develop methods for cultivating it as a crop. As demand for organic produce grew, organic rooibos plots overseen by third-party certification authorities were planted, and then came the development of green, unfermented organic rooibos. The leaves are harvested, bruised and immediately fired, skipping the traditional fermentation. A popular and delicious tea was born.

Interesting Facts

• Like all rooibos, organic green rooibos is naturally caffeine free.

Tasting Notes & Pairings

Light, fresh and herbal, with a gentle sweetness. Lovely hot or iced, with salads, light lunches, or fresh fruit.

Brewing tips (general guideline): use 1–2 teaspoons per 8 oz of freshly boiled water (212°F), steeped 5–7 minutes. Adjust to taste.

Like everything at Beantown Tea & Spices, Organic Green Rooibos is a quality blend offered at an affordable price, with sample and larger sizes so you can find your favorite. Explore more in our Herbal & Fruit Tea collection, or pair it with our tea accessories.