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Natural Rooibos
“ From our farm to your cup • Retail, Wholesale, Horses” •
Red tea, scientifically known as Aspalathus linearis, is a shrub from the Leguminosae family.
With needle-like leaves, this leguminous plant thrives on the mountain slopes of the Western Cape Province.
While it has been a staple for centuries in this region, its popularity is extending to Europe and Asia, captivating tea enthusiasts worldwide.
- Source of antioxidants
- Naturally caffeine free
- Cancer-fighting properties
- Low amounts of tannin
- No negative side-effects
Natural Rooibos tea is typically brewed much like black tea, often enjoyed plain or with a splash of milk, and optionally sweetened with sugar or honey.
For a twist, some prefer adding a slice of lemon or using honey for sweetness instead of sugar.
Beyond traditional brewing, Rooibos can also be savoured as espresso, lattes, cappuccinos, or refreshing iced tea
When freshly harvested, natural rooibos tea boasts a significant amount of ascorbic acid (vitamin C), which diminishes during tea-making.
Unlike black or green tea, rooibos is caffeine-free and has minimal tannin levels.
Rich in polyphenols such as flavanols, flavones, and flavanones, it also contains unique compounds like aspalathin and nothofagin.
Additionally, the processed leaves and stems harbour benzoic and cinnamic acids.
Our Story
We are Norman and Karin, and this is our home at the end of a long dirt road in the deep Cederberg mountains. For first-time visitors, the gravel track feels endless, but the moment you arrive, the wide-open beauty makes every bump worthwhile.
Since 2008, we’ve lived in a 1904 farmhouse surrounded by fynbos, wildlife, and the gentle scent of Rooibos drifting through the air. Leaving the city with only a few belongings and plenty of hope, we stepped into a life we knew nothing about. Farming came with both joyrides and bumpy roads—but through it all, we learned to listen to the land.
At Kookfontein, we grow only Natural Rooibos, dried slowly under the African sun. No sprays, no shortcuts—just honest tea, the way nature intended. This little farm isn’t only about Rooibos; it’s about slowing down, sharing stories, and honouring the heritage of South Africa’s West Coast.
For many of us, Rooibos is a simple childhood memory—warm in winter, cool as iced tea in summer. For us, it has become our way of life, rooted in family, tradition, and the red soil of the Cederberg. Read More
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Dawie PieterseTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Dankie Kookfontein vir julle puik produk, ek het my tweede 5kg tee gekry. Karin en haar man het vir my 5kg na die teerpad by Graafwater gebring sodat ek nie nodig gehad het om die grondpad te ry nie. Dis nou diens. Dankie weer eens.Posted on Google
Zoe AdamsVery happy with my purchase. It's been a while since I've had such good rooibos, no sugar needed and no after taste like those you buy in the shops. And to top it off, constant communication from the company through every step from the purchase to delivery.Posted on Google
Marleen van HeerdenSuch amazing quality for an excellent price. We are in Zimbabwe and absolutely love that we were able to get the 5kg bulk package.Posted on Google
Michelle HardingExcellent product and service.Posted on Google
thomas heathOns koop graag net Kookfontein se Rooibos los en sakkies. Ons is baie tevrede, dit is 'n noodsaaklike item in ons huis, ons kan nie daar sonder klaarkom nie.Posted on Google
Sylvia BouwerKarin was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the benefits of Rooibos for my horse. Order was handled quickly and efficiently. Would recommend Kookfontein Rooibos to any horse ownerPosted on Google
Evan BooyensA wonderful, richly flavoured high quality rooibos tea at an excellent price. Well worth it !!! Thank you.Posted on Google
Francois Van ZylHeerlike egte rooibos afgelewer deur uitmuntende diens. Hoogs aanbeveel!!Posted on Google
yuchang yinvery nice