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Rooibos Stories

Immerse yourself in captivating tales about the rich heritage and journey of the Natural Rooibos tea, shared straight from the heart of Kookfontein.

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Rooibos News:

Stay informed with the latest updates, trends, and developments in the world of natural Rooibos tea, curated to keep you in the loop.

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Rooibos Recipes:

Discover a delightful array of culinary creations featuring Natural Rooibos tea as the star ingredient, perfect for inspiring your next culinary adventure.

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Rooibos Products

Explore our curated selection of natural Rooibos tea products, the finest quality and flavour, straight from our farm to your cup.

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"Healthy" Facts About Rooibos as TEA

Kookfontein farm Graafwater

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.

  • GOOD SOURCE OF ANTIOXIDANTS
  • NATURALLY CAFFEINE FREE
  • CANCER-FIGHTING PROPERTIES
  • LOW AMOUNTS OF TANNIN
  • NO NEGATIVE SIDE EFFECTS
Kookfontein farm Graafwater
Kookfontein farm Graafwater

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.

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Rooibos Loose Leaf

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Rooibos Teabags

"Enjoy our Rooibos Tea Bags for convenient brewing. Packed with flavor and health benefits, they offer a hassle-free experience."

Rooibos for Horses

"Introducing Rooibos for Horses: Harnessing Anti-Itch Properties for Beautiful Coats"

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Tea Accessories

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Our Story

Savor the warmth and richness of our Natural Rooibos Tea, crafted with dedication and passion by our family.

At Kookfontein Rooibos, we pride ourselves on delivering South Africa's natural beauty in every cup.

Nestled in Clanwilliam's serene landscapes, our family-owned farm cultivates the finest Rooibos leaves, harvested with care and expertise.

Experience the pure essence of Rooibos with us, packed with flavor and health benefits.

Whether you're a tea enthusiast or health-conscious, Kookfontein Rooibos offers an authentic taste of South Africa's goodness.

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yuchang yin
yuchang yin
5 April 2024
very nice
Chanté Black
Chanté Black
9 January 2024
The tea is amazing - definitely worth it to order from Kookfontein - we went to their shop today - just to note that the road to there is a dirt road and is very difficult to get there - and they do their business out of their home. It is just easier to order from them online and pay the courier fees than to visit the shop itself.
Carina Black
Carina Black
22 May 2023
Ek het n baie goeie ondervinding met Kookfontein Rooibos. Dis heerlike rooibostee en Karen se diens was uitstekend. Ek bestel verseker weer volgende jaar. Dankie Karen vir jou persoonlike diens.
Cathy Potgieter
Cathy Potgieter
20 March 2023
Die is vrek lekker tee hierdie , julle ek sal almal aanbeveel om van die tee te koop en julle het nou n klient for life julle baie baie dankie en dankie vir my pragtige houertjie ek is mal daaroor en so maklik om.nou my tee uit te haal en weer te bere , en dis pragtig op my tafel dankie julle
Suzette Kruger
Suzette Kruger
2 March 2023
What a lovely Rooibos tea. Evenly grounded and smooth on the tongue. Straight from the farm!
Ula Saindon
Ula Saindon
19 September 2022
Great tea! :)
Norman Silks
Norman Silks
16 July 2022
Willi Wendelstadt
Willi Wendelstadt
14 July 2022
An interesting experience to see a working ROOIBOS TEA farm. Nice to see the tea being harvested, and then chopped, sieved and processed to the final product. Now ready to be pasteurised and packed. Then finally relax and enjoy a pleasant, healthy cup of KOOKFONTEIN ROOIBOS TEA
Thelma MacDougall
Thelma MacDougall
14 July 2022
Great tea.....love it and makes the most delicious ice tea during summer infusing it with fresh mint! Serve it ice cold!
Braam Faure
Braam Faure
14 July 2022
Lovely!