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Rooibos Tea (Red Bush Tea)

Although there are two types of rooibos tea, Red rooibos the most traditional, popular,and less expensive variety of this tea. The 'red bushโ€™ plant belongs plant family called the Fabaceae. This broom-like plant which grows in South Africa has leaves that are harvested and oxidized to produce the rich colour. When brewed Red rooibos tea is produces a sweet deep red hue-like liquid that tastes like hibiscus tea.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine South African

Equipment

  • Glass infuser mug
  • Measuring jug

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp Pure Rooibos tea leaves
  • 600 ml Water
  • 80 ml Milk (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Pour water into a clean saucepan and add the tea leaves.
  • Cover lid and bring to boil on high heat.
  • Stir, turn the heat down and boil for 30min, with the lid off.
  • Remove and strain the tea.