Grown only in the Cederberg mountains in the semi-desert Western Cape of South Africa, Rooibos – Afrikaans for ‘red bush’ – is naturally green but gets its deep red colour and rich flavour from fermentation similar to that of black tea. From the organic Wiedouw estate near Vanrhynsdorp, these single estate thin needle-like leaves offer a unique taste experience: an inviting vanilla aroma, woody flavours and a sweet, mild, fruity taste.
Teas from Ilam, in eastern Nepal, have gained worldwide recognition in the past ten years. The area’s high altitude, moist climate, mineral rich soils and young bushes create a delightful brew. From the Fikkal estate, these tan leaves scattered with silver-gold tips, yield a fragrant, Darjeeling-style liquor with a muscatel character. Flavourful with a woody cedar edge, it fills the mouth with layers of fruit jam, almonds and caramel.
100g of Rooibos produces more than 60 cups of tea (using 3 grams of tea per cup and infusing the leaves twice), and as it contains no tannin (like Honeybush) it can be left in a teapot to brew topping up with hot water or more tea leaves when required.
100 grams of Fikkal Ilam will easily produce more than 60 cups of tea (using 3 grams of tea per cup and infusing the leaves twice).
To best enjoy Rooibos, infuse one rounded teaspoon per cup for 5 mins in water just reaching the boil (95-98°C). Delicious black or with milk or lemon – add sugar, honey or cinnamon to taste. Enjoy hot or iced throughout the day.
Discover the fresh natural tastes of Nepal; infuse one rounded teaspoon of Fikkal Ilam per cup for 3 mins in water just reaching the boil (95-98°C). Like other First Flushes this tea is best drunk black, and goes well with afternoon tea or breakfast.
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