{"id":383235719286,"title":"Do Tick Tock teabags contain plastic?","created_at":"2019-11-11T19:05:56+00:00","body_html":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eGood news! Plastics in packaging are a hot topic for us at Tick Tock. As a small family company we try to be ethical and sustainable, and after months of trials, Tick Tock teabags are now fully plant-based and biodegradable. Read all about it here!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/bio_Main_1600x1000px-min.jpg?v=1631781724\" alt=\"biodegradable teabags - main\" style=\"margin-top: 03px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat are Tick Tock teabags made of?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are so happy to say that all our Tick Tock teas now come in fully plant-based and 100% biodegradable teabags, free from polypropylene and all other petrochemical plastics. Our new improved boxes (without the plastic wrapper too) are on the shelves – so keep an eye out!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBecause they are fully biodegradable, you can put these teabags in your Food Waste bin for composting by your local council. We ask you not to put them in your home composting as it won’t necessarily provide the right level of heat, pressure and microorganisms to ensure they fully break down in a timely manner. If you don’t have a Food Waste collection in your area, simply put the teabags in your general waste.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe see these changes as a first step in the right direction and we are going to constantly work to improve our packaging further, so do let us know if you have ideas!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat about our previous Tick Tock teabags?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike most UK companies, in the past we had to use teabag paper made up of natural cellulose from wood pulp and a small amount of food safe polypropylene fibres (1% of total filled teabag weight). These fibres allowed the edges to be heat sealed and stopped the bags from falling apart in hot water or in the box.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhilst we can reassure you that these fibres were not made of Nylon or PET (the subject of a Canadian study on microplastics that rightly had much media focus), we were unhappy with this state of affairs. We researched, tested and invested in an alternative, and now finally we have teabags to be proud of!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur new look Tick Tock\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur biodegradable teabags come in boxes with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/all-new-tick-tock\" title=\"New tick tock packaging\"\u003ebrand new look\u003c\/a\u003e. At the heart of our design is rooibos, the wonder plant with all its amazing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/rooibos-redbush-tea-benefits\" title=\"rooibos tea health benefits\"\u003ehealth benefits\u003c\/a\u003e. Same delicious rooibos tea, but better for the environment. We hope you’ll like the new design as much as we do!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/teabags_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631718892\" alt=\"biodegradable teabag with rooibos inside - split-left\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/products2_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631718922\" alt=\"Tick Tock product range - split-left\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/planet-friendly\" title=\"People and planet\"\u003eFind out more about our packaging here\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Georgia Ginsberg","user_id":4862293,"published_at":"2020-11-04T17:49:16+00:00","updated_at":"2022-04-25T12:44:24+01:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"do-tick-tock-teabags-contain-plastic","tags":"related:organic-green-rooibos, related:original-rooibos-40-bags, related:rooibos-earl-grey, related:vanilla-rooibos, type:news \u0026 events","image":{"created_at":"2021-09-15T16:17:19+01:00","alt":"","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/bio_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631719039"}}

{"id":385293025398,"title":"All New Tick Tock!","created_at":"2020-10-30T12:15:14+00:00","body_html":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWe’ve been very busy thinking how we can make our Tick Tock tea even better. In our quest to go plastic free and forever celebrating the rooibos wonder plant, we have made the switch to biodegradable teabags, redesigned our packaging and more!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/NEW_Main_1600x1000px.jpg?v=1631893177\" alt=\"new tick tock packaging - main\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNew plant-based teabags\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThis is the bit we’re most proud of! All our teabags are now biodegradable and can be put in your local council Food Waste bin for composting. We have worked around the clock to make the change and are thrilled that we have taken this important step. In the process, we have also removed the plastic film that used to wrap the box of tea. You will notice that we now have a foil pouch inside which contains the teabags. This pouch will keep the tea extra fresh. It’s currently recyclable along with plastic bags at larger supermarkets, but we are running trials with new materials at the moment... so watch this space!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/bio_Main_1600x1000px-min.jpg?v=1631781724\" alt=\"biodegradable teabags - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNew designs\u003c\/h2\u003e\nOut with the old, in with the new! Our iconic packaging has been updated to have rooibos (or redbush), our favourite wonder plant, right at the heart. And can you spot our newest member of the Tick Tock family? It’s the beautiful Cape Sugar Bird, whose silvery birdsong can be heard across the rugged mountains and open skies of the Cedarberg in South Africa, the only place on earth where rooibos can grow.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/sugarbird_Banner_1600x700px-min.jpg?v=1631877201\" alt=\"sugarbird - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNew boxes\u003c\/h2\u003e\nYou might notice too that we have a different shaped box. Yes, our 40-teabag format now comes in a rectangular box, instead of the familiar cubes. One of the main reasons for this is that we’ve done away with the old plastic wrapper which was there to keep the tea fresh. Instead, the teabags are now sealed in a foil pouch which means your tea will remain full of flavour and full of rooibos goodness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor those rooibos superfans who can’t get enough of the smooth rich taste of rooibos and all its naturally caffeine free \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/rooibos-redbush-tea-benefits\" title=\"rooibos tea benefits\"\u003ehealth benefits\u003c\/a\u003e, our 80-teabag box is now more compact too and will take up a lot less room in your cupboard. All ready to be enjoyed at any time - morning, noon and night. And there's more to come!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIf that wasn’t enough, then we’ve got some more things in the pipeline. For news on all our exciting projects, sign up to our newsletter in the footer below.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/packaging2_Banner_1600x700px-min.jpg?v=1631893455\" alt=\"tick tock new packaging - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eDiscover our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\" title=\"tick tock all products\"\u003efull range of rooibos tea\u003c\/a\u003e. You can also buy Tick Tock in all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/stockists\" title=\"tick tock stockists\"\u003emajor supermarkets\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore rooibos tea blog posts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/tas-tea\" title=\"rooibos taste and preparation\"\u003eWhat does rooibos tea taste like?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/rooibos-redbush-tea-benefits\" title=\"rooibos tea benefits\"\u003eWhat are the benefits of redbush tea?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/redbush-tea-caffeine\" title=\"rooibos tea and caffeine\"\u003eRedbush tea and caffeine\u003c\/a\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Nadia Morse","user_id":39553826934,"published_at":"2020-11-03T10:45:33+00:00","updated_at":"2022-04-25T12:36:08+01:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"all-new-tick-tock","tags":"related:organic-green-rooibos, related:original-rooibos-40-bags, related:rooibos-earl-grey, related:vanilla-rooibos, type:news \u0026 events","image":{"created_at":"2021-08-03T18:02:14+01:00","alt":"","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/BLOG_ftd_newprod_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1628010135"}}

{"id":384535101558,"title":"The 5 best rooibos (redbush) teas for sleep","created_at":"2020-05-28T14:41:43+01:00","body_html":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIf you find it hard to nod off at the end of a stressful day then you’re not alone! Did you know that rooibos tea is good for sleep? Naturally caffeine free with gently soothing properties, it is also helpful for digestion. Rooibos tea has a delicious full taste whilst being low in tannins and tastes great without milk - the perfect wind down cuppa.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/BLOG_Main_sheep_1500x1000px-min.jpg?v=1628166277\" alt=\"Counting sheep or drinking rooibos tea before bed for a good nights sleep\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSleep issues are becoming increasingly common in our hyper-connected and stressful world. So what can we do? There is so much advice out there including putting away all our screens an hour or more before bedtime, avoiding caffeine after 2 pm, mindfulness, meditating, exercising, making sure you get enough daylight and the list goes on. All of these things can help you fall asleep and stay asleep, however perhaps one of the easiest sleep aids is to simply \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/44209473-sleep-tight-tonight-what-to-eat-and-drink-for-a-good-night-s-sleep\" title=\"rooibos when to drink\"\u003ehave a cup of rooibos tea before bed\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy is Rooibos Tea good for Sleep?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor generations, South Africans have drunk rooibos (‘roy-boss’) for its gentle and relaxing properties. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/redbush-tea-caffeine\" title=\"Rooibos (redbush) tea is naturally caffeine free\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRooibos (redbush) is naturally caffeine free\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e because \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eit is made from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003easpalathus linearis plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, a plant that contains no caffeine in its genetic make-up (similar to herbal teas) and is also low in tannins. Conversely, black and green teas are made from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ecamellia sinensis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e which contains both caffeine and tannins (responsible for those stains in your favourite mug). Rooibos also has gently relaxing and soothing properties which make it the perfect tea for sleep. Plus, it is high in antioxidants and can help with digestion, often a contributor to sleeplessness. There are ongoing scientific studies into rooibos for sleep and other \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/rooibos-redbush-tea-benefits\" title=\"Redbush health benefits \"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehealth benefits of rooibos tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e being undertaken around the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHere are a few of our Tick Tock rooibos favourites that make a perfect night time tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Tick Tock Original Rooibos Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOur first love. This is 100% rooibos goodness without anything extra added. It is a great choice if you usually drink black tea but are trying to avoid caffeine in the evening. Full-bodied, malty and yet caffeine free, it can even be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/how-do-you-drink-redbush-tea\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"How do you Drink Rooibos Tea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003edrunk with milk or honey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/how-do-you-drink-redbush-tea\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"How do you Drink Rooibos Tea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e If you are not a black tea fan, then it has all the smoothness and gentleness of herbal teas whilst having a lovely rich flavour. Our pure rooibos has all the relaxing properties of this special plant, as well as a natural sweetness thanks to the fact that it is low in tannins. Gentle Tick Tock Original is the perfect tea for sleep for all the family; in fact, rooibos is often given to children with colic to help soothe them to sleep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/BoxSky_split_800x800px-min_70f9f9eb-1939-47e3-ba17-d4c509d9c27f.jpg?v=1631111991\" alt=\"Tick Tock rooibos - split-left\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/mugBed_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631095712\" alt=\"rooibos in bed - split-right\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Tick Tock Green Rooibos Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen rooibos is a great choice for those who like green tea, or who are looking for something a little lighter before bed but with no caffeine. It is also made from the aspalathus linearis, making \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/is-rooibos-green-tea-caffeine-free\" title=\"green rooibos naturally caffeine free\"\u003e\u003cem\u003egreen rooibos naturally caffeine free\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, unlike normal green tea which is made from camellia sinensis and so is caffeinated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo what is the difference between green and red rooibos? The secret is in what happens to the tea leaf after picking. Green rooibos (like green tea) is not allowed to oxidise, whereas red rooibos (like black tea) is allowed to oxidise therefore giving the darker colour; the same process is at work when you take a bite out of an apple. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/what-does-green-rooibos-taste-like\" title=\"green rooibos taste\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDeliciously light and refreshing\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, green rooibos is brimming with goodness and makes a gentle and refreshing cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/green_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631095946\" alt=\"Tick Tock green rooibos - split-left\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/beach_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631095952\" alt=\"drinking tea on the beach - split-right\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Tick Tock Wellbeing Bedtime Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have blended a special tea harnessing all the goodness of rooibos as well as other ingredients traditionally used in bedtime teas to help encourage natural sleep. We took some of our inspiration from camomile tea and lavender tea. Both camomile and lavender are known for their soothing and calming properties, whilst \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/the-health-benefits-of-lemon-balm-89388\" title=\"lemon balm for sleep\"\u003e\u003cem\u003elemon balm is also used as a natural sleep aid\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e in herbal traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe’ve blended these with rooibos and honeybush, another South African naturally caffeine free tea that has a wonderful natural honeyed sweetness. The result is a comforting night time cup, with gentle floral aromas and a softly sweet finish that is perfect for relaxing and unwinding as you get ready to tuck yourself into bed. One of our new bestsellers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/Bedtime_Banner_1600x700px-min.jpg?v=1631096018\" alt=\"Tick Tock Bedtime rooibos tea - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Tick Tock Rooibos Vanilla Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a great choice for anyone who craves something a little sweet and comforting before you go to sleep. And who wouldn’t want a treat last thing? We use Madagascan vanilla and blend it with smooth rooibos for the ultimate velvety smooth cup. It is one of our most popular teas and even just smelling the aroma is enough to know why!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/vanilla_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631096057\" alt=\"Tick Tock rooibos vanilla - split-left\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/yellowMg_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631096065\" alt=\"rooibos in a mug - split-right\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Tick Tock Wellbeing Chai Relax Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ultimate warming combination of smooth rooibos, ginger, \u003cspan\u003ecinnamon and cardamom with a touch of velvety vanilla \u003c\/span\u003eto soothe and nourish. Try steeping it for longer if you want a stronger spiced ginger kick – or use two teabags! Traditionally used to treat colds and flu symptoms, ginger is also said to be great for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/food.ndtv.com\/food-drinks\/ginger-for-stomach-from-indigestion-bloating-to-acidity-heres-how-ginger-can-help-1912426\" title=\"ginger for sleep\"\u003e\u003cem\u003esettling the stomach\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and cinnamon is known for its anti-inflammatory properties. This is particularly useful as a happy digestive system is likely to lead to better sleep quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/chai-relax-tea\" title=\"tick tock chai relax\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/ChaiBanner_1600x700px-min.jpg?v=1631096118\" alt=\"Tick Tock Chai Relax - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOur top 5 sleep tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Avoid caffeine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow does caffeine impact sleep? Even a small amount of caffeine can affect how easy it is to sleep and stay asleep, as well as the quality of sleep. Experts often suggest avoiding caffeine after lunchtime as it can take a few hours to leave the system. Sometimes the sources of caffeine can be surprising. For example chocolate, cola and even cough medicine can contain levels of caffeine. Try avoiding them in the afternoon onwards if you want to improve sleep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Establish good bedtime routines \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllowing our bodies to run to their own natural rhythms is key. This means that anything you can do to remind your system that daytime is for waking, and night time for sleeping is helpful! Experts say that bedtime routines can do wonders, whether it’s having a hot bath, reading a book or whatever helps you wind down and let your body know it’s time for sleep. Try switching off phones and screens an hour before bed and getting some exercise outdoors during the day. So make a routine you enjoy and try to stick to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Have a hot drink\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hot drink before bed has been a tradition for as long as we can remember. Research is divided on why this might be, but one theory is that the effect is the same as having a hot bath; the heat raises your body temperature, and it is the cooling down process which incites sleep, a time when you are naturally cooler. The time you take to make and drink the tea can also be a mindful winding down from the stresses of the day, the perfect way to start preparing for sleep and start your bed time routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. End the day on a positive note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith life becoming increasingly hectic, having more and better sleep can help to reduce stress and improve mental wellbeing as well as many other benefits such as strengthening the immune system. Sleep, or the lack of it, is also said to be a contributing factor for diabetes, heart health, and of course, mental health. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHaving something delicious and sweet that you look forward to is a great way of ending the day with good feelings of contentment and satisfaction. This might be the first thing that your brain processes during the night so if this is something positive it might help improve your sense of wellbeing the following day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Counting sheep \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are sleep apps around that can help monitor how much you wake during the night, but if you do find yourself awake you could try counting sleep, or counting your breaths, or if your thoughts are racing try writing down everything that is on your mind. If you’re still awake after 30 minutes or so, maybe just get up and read or stretch in another room before going back to bed - there's no need to lie there and watch the clock!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can find out more about how to get a good night's kip from esteemed nutritional consultant Fiona Hunter \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/44209473-sleep-tight-tonight-what-to-eat-and-drink-for-a-good-night-s-sleep\" title=\"What to eat and drink for a good night's sleep\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. However, if you change one thing in your evening routine, try making a cuppa for you and your loved ones – it can only help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet dreams!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[Reviewed and updated December 2022]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Hayley Steward","user_id":71783448694,"published_at":"2020-06-09T10:00:00+01:00","updated_at":"2022-12-08T17:06:26+00:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"rooibos-redbush-teas-for-sleep","tags":"related:bedtime-tea, related:chai-relax-tea, related:original-rooibos-40-bags, related:vanilla-rooibos, type:sleep \u0026 benefits","image":{"created_at":"2021-08-05T13:24:16+01:00","alt":"Counting sheep or drinking rooibos tea before bed for a good nights sleep","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/BLOG_ftd_sleep2_800x800px-min_607af48d-73df-4d09-9986-1c209a7c5641.jpg?v=1670247804"}}

{"id":3969482782,"title":"What Are The Benefits of Rooibos Tea? (Red Bush Tea)","created_at":"2018-03-06T12:04:21+00:00","body_html":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eRooibos tea or ‘redbush’ tea has long been celebrated for its wellbeing properties. One of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/time.com\/3724505\/healthy-recipes-healthiest-foods\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Time Magazine top 50 healthiest foods\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTime Magazine’s top 50 healthiest foods\u003c\/a\u003e, today there are ongoing studies around the world into the various rooibos tea benefits. Here is a guide to some of the special aspects of this much-loved red \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\"\u003eSouth African tea\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/Benefits-of-Rooibos-Tea-blog-1500x1000px-min.jpg?v=1664543354\" alt=\"Benefits of Rooibos Loose Leaf Tea\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNATURALLY CAFFEINE FREE ROOIBOS BENEFITS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best known health benefit of rooibos tea (pronounced ‘roy boss’) is that it is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/redbush-tea-caffeine\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"naturally caffeine free rooibos tea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003enaturally caffeine-free\u003c\/a\u003e. Traditional black or green tea is made from the \u003cem\u003ecamelia sinensis\u003c\/em\u003e plant which contains caffeine. However, Rooibos comes from the \u003cem\u003easpalathus linearis\u003c\/em\u003e shrub, part of the pea and bean family, and has absolutely no caffeine in its genetic make-up. This means that unlike decaffeinated black tea, it does not have to undergo any chemical processing to have caffeine removed. Because rooibos has a full and rich taste, it can take milk, and therefore it makes a delicious alternative to black tea for those trying to reduce their caffeine intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/Caffeine_Free_Rooibos_Tea_Helps_Sleep_1600x700px-min_2.jpg?v=1664543953\" alt=\"Sleep Well with Caffeine-Free Rooibos Tea - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIS CAFFEINE BAD FOR YOU?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaffeine is not necessarily bad for you. It is a natural stimulant which consumed in moderation can have some benefits especially when it comes to short-term alertness. However, when consumed in excess it can also lead to a number of adverse side effects, including palpitations, high blood pressure and anxiety. It can also affect our sleep, both in quantity and quality, contributing to insomnia and poor sleep patterns. We are then more tired in the morning and so drink more caffeine to try to stay alert. Children and pregnant women are commonly advised to avoid drinking caffeinated drinks, and so rooibos is a delicious and natural option for the whole family - especially as a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/44209473-sleep-tight-tonight-what-to-eat-and-drink-for-a-good-night-s-sleep\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"tea to drink before bedtime\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etea to drink before bedtime\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eROOIBOS BENEFITS AS A LOW TANNIN TEA \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs well as being naturally caffeine free, rooibos tea has very low levels of tannins. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/tannins-in-tea\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"tannins in tea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTannins\u003c\/a\u003e are bitter-tasting chemical structures produced by plants that are present in black and green teas and can interfere with iron absorption. Iron is an important part of a healthy diet and is key to making red blood cells which carry oxygen around the body. High levels of tannins in black teas account for the need to add milk and sugar to lessen the natural bitterness and astringency. In comparison, rooibos tea is wonderfully smooth and naturally sweet, and can therefore be drunk black as well as white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBENEFITS OF ANTIOXIDANTS IN ROOIBOS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRooibos is also known for being \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/examine.com\/supplements\/rooibos\/research\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"rooibos antioxidants\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003erich in powerful antioxidants\u003c\/a\u003e, most notably aspalathin, a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/326042\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"flavonoid information\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eflavonoid\u003c\/a\u003e antioxidant particular to rooibos. It is thought that regular consumption of antioxidant-rich substances can help prevent the destructive effects of free radicals, which have been linked to conditions such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sarooibos.co.za\/drink-rooibos-for-a-stronger-heart\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Drink Rooibos for a stronger heart\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eheart disease\u003c\/a\u003e, stroke and cancer. Antioxidants could therefore help boost the body’s immune system and internal defences against disease. Studies also suggest that rooibos might have anti-inflammatory properties and that drinking rooibos tea could contribute to more balanced blood sugar levels, so important in type 2 diabetes for example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eROOIBOS TEA SOOTHING BENEFITS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn South Africa, rooibos tea has also long been known for its soothing properties and for generations has been given to infants with colic as well as those with stomach cramps and other kinds of digestive and gut health issues. This soothing aspect has also made it useful for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theconversation.com\/zebrafish-research-reveals-green-rooibos-teas-anxiety-busting-properties-176165\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"green rooibos for anxiety\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eanxiety\u003c\/a\u003e, as well as for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/19419525\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"rooibos for inflammation\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003einflammation\u003c\/a\u003e, asthma, allergies and dermatological problems such as eczema, and even sunburn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eROOIBOS TEA BENEFITS WEIGHT LOSS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRooibos tea has also been linked to weight loss, as featured in Channel 4's Food Unwrapped series. In the programme, they looked at ongoing research and discussed 'the secret ingredient in redbush tea that could help us burn fat'. Rooibos tea is ideal as part of a healthier lifestyle as it contains no sugar or dairy when consumed on its own and is wonderfully hydrating and gentle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHOW TO DRINK ROOIBOS TEA\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperts say that six cups of rooibos tea a day is the recommended amount, but we think even one cup will do good! The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/how-do-you-drink-redbush-tea\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"how to drink rooibos tea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ebest way to drink rooibos tea\u003c\/a\u003e is to simply add boiling water and leave to brew until it is at the strength you are looking for. The longer you leave it the darker the colour and deeper the flavours. Naturally sweet with a slightly nutty taste and honeyed notes, unlike other herbal teas, it can be enjoyed with or without milk; you can add honey, a slice of lemon or ginger, and it also makes a fabulous iced tea with some fresh mint and lemon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/How_to_Brew_the_Perfect_Rooibos_Tea_1600x700px-min.jpg?v=1664546080\" alt=\"How to Brew the Perfect Rooibos Tea - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eARE THERE ANY SIDE EFFECTS?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes those who are new to rooibos ask if there are any side effects. In answering, the Rooibos Council states “After centuries of use, no negative side effects of Rooibos have ever been recorded.” Both young and old have enjoyed this special tea for generations and at Tick Tock we look forward to sharing our delicious and healthy rooibos with tea lovers for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/teapot-691729_640_grande.jpg?v=1520338552\" alt=\"benefits of rooibos tea\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Rooibos Tea Blog Posts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/an-introduction-to-vanilla-rooibos-tea\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"All about Vanilla Rooibos or Red bush tea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAn Introduction to Vanilla Rooibos Tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/an-introduction-to-rooibos-chai-relax\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"All about Redbush chai relax tea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAn Introduction to Chai Relax\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/how-do-you-drink-redbush-tea\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"How to drink redbush tea and how long to brew rooibos tea for\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHow do you drink Redbush Tea?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/redbush-tea-caffeine\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Difference between decaf and naturally caffeine free teas\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eRedbush Tea \u0026amp; Caffeine - The Difference Between 'Decaf' and Naturally Caffeine-free Teas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/what-does-rooibos-tea-taste-like\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"what does redbush tea taste like?\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWhat does Rooibos Tea Taste Like?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/what-does-green-rooibos-taste-like\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"what does green redbush tea taste like?\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWhat does Green Rooibos Tea Taste Like?\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[Reviewed and updated September 2022]\u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Hayley Steward","user_id":71783448694,"published_at":"2020-04-24T16:32:00+01:00","updated_at":"2022-09-30T15:00:17+01:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"rooibos-redbush-tea-benefits","tags":"related:organic-green-rooibos, related:original-rooibos-40-bags, related:rooibos-earl-grey, related:vanilla-rooibos, type:rooibos tea","image":{"created_at":"2018-10-16T12:44:40+01:00","alt":"Benefits of Rooibos Loose Leaf Tea","width":640,"height":404,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/rooibos.jpg?v=1664542854"}}

{"id":160780225,"title":"What is Rooibos (Red Bush) Tea?","created_at":"2017-08-29T16:03:47+01:00","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/BLOG_Main_SA_1600x1000px-min.jpg?v=1628259577\" alt=\"Cederberg Mountains rooibos growing - main\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"rooibos tea drink\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eRooibos,\u003c\/a\u003e or 'Red Bush' tea, is a naturally caffeine-free tea that grows only in South Africa's Cedarberg mountains. While traditional black and green teas are made from the leaves of the Camellia Sinensis, rooibos is made from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pza.sanbi.org\/aspalathus-linearis\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Aspalathu Linearis Information\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAspalathus Linearis\u003c\/a\u003e, a shrub unique to this protected World Heritage site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the Cape’s majestic floral kingdom, the Cedarberg is a pristine wilderness with breath-taking rock formations and huge open skies, some three hours north of Cape Town. This area is home to over 5000 different plant species, including rooibos which is part of the indigenous \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.capetownbotanist.com\/what-is-fynbos\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Fynbos Family Information\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003efynbos family\u003c\/a\u003e. It is the unique combination of hot summers, cool winters, and well-drained sandy soil that allows rooibos to flourish only here, and nowhere else on earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach summer, between January and March, the rooibos plants are harvested by hand using sickles. The soft needle-like leaves are taken in hessian bags to the tea making areas where they are chopped, bruised and dampened before being laid out to cure under the hot South African sun. The tea maker knows when the tea is ready by the arrival of honey bees, attracted by the deliciously sweet aroma of the dried rooibos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"clear\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/Grandpa_Ginsberg.jpg?v=1629389100\" alt=\"Grandfather Benjamin Ginsberg \" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"width: 45%; float: right; padding-left: 1.5em;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGRANDFATHER BENJAMIN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis technique of making rooibos tea was pioneered over a century ago by our Grandfather Benjamin Ginsberg. A young man from a Moscow tea merchant family, he arrived in the Cedarberg in 1903 and became fascinated by the potential of the wild plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a series of experiments, he perfected the practice of bruising and oxidising the wild plant using techniques similar to that of traditional Chinese oolong and Keemun tea making. Over 100 years later, we still use Grandfather Benjamin's techniques to make our rooibos tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'ROY-BOSS' TEA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRooibos, pronounced ‘roy-boss’, is an Afrikaans word meaning ‘red bush’. However, confusingly the leaves of the rooibos plant are actually green. It is the process of oxidation that turns them that characteristic deep dark red – the same happens when you take a bite out of an apple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/rooibos-teas\" title=\"green rooibos tea\"\u003eGreen rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e', as the name suggests, is rooibos where the oxidising process has been cut short so that the leaves keep their fresh green colour, giving a lighter, more delicate brew than ‘\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/original-rooibos-40-bags\" title=\"red bush aka rooibos\"\u003ered rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e’. The same is true for ordinary green and black tea; green leaves are oxidised to make black tea, and if oxidation is stopped they make green tea. \u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNATURALLY CAFFEINE FREE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional black and green teas are made from the Camellia bush which contains caffeine. However, the rooibos plant (part of the pea and bean family) is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/redbush-tea-caffeine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003enaturally caffeine-free\u003c\/a\u003e – so there is no need for the chemical decaffeination process used in standard decaf teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\" title=\"Tick Tock naturally caffeine free tea\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Tick Tock caffeine free rooibos tea\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/KickTheCaffeine4_1024x1024.jpg?v=1593163413\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/caffeine-effects-on-body\" title=\"Caffine Effects Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003estimulant effects of caffeine\u003c\/a\u003e can last for between 5-6 hours. Therefore, if you struggle with insomnia or general anxiety, try sticking to caffeine-free tea such as rooibos or herbal tea, especially after midday. Long known for its gently hydrating and relaxing properties, rooibos has been used to help soothe little ones in its native South Africa for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBENEFITS OF ROOIBOS TEA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRooibos has been named one of the world's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/time.com\/3724505\/healthy-recipes-healthiest-foods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTop 50 Superfoods by Time Magazine\u003c\/a\u003e and scientific research increasingly testifies to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/rooibos-tea-benefits\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Rooibos Tea Health Benefits\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emultiple health benefits\u003c\/a\u003e – mental, emotional and physical. In South Africa, it’s properties have been known and loved for generations where it is believed to be a relaxant and is often given to children with colic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRooibos is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/redbush-tea-caffeine\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Rooibos Caffeine-Free Information\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003enaturally caffeine-free\u003c\/a\u003e of course, but it also has very low tannins (which interfere with iron absorption) and therefore no bitterness. It is calorie-free and sugar-free, and contains a range of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds, known as polyphenols. Increasing evidence points to the positive role high levels of antioxidants and other compounds may have with regards to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/323637#7-potential-health-benefits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eheart disease, diabetes and digestion\u003c\/a\u003e. Some studies also link rooibos to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.health24.com\/Lifestyle\/Healthy-you\/Can-rooibos-help-you-lose-weight-20151104\" title=\"Roobios Weight Loss Information\"\u003eweight loss\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.iol.co.za\/lifestyle\/style-beauty\/beauty\/the-beauty-benefits-of-drinking-a-cup-of-rooibos-tea-every-day-16560166\" title=\"Rooibos Skin Health Information\"\u003eskin health\u003c\/a\u003e, and the research into this magical tea is ongoing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/1200px-Rooibos__Aspalathus_linearis_grande.jpg?v=1556199612\" alt=\"Aspalathus Linearis\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWHAT DOES ROOIBOS TEA TASTE LIKE?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRooibos is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/what-does-rooibos-tea-taste-like\" title=\"Rooibos Tea Taste Information\"\u003esmooth and full-bodied with an earthy sweetness and malted honeyed notes\u003c\/a\u003e. Many people drink rooibos tea daily as an alternative to black tea as it has enough body to be drunk with milk. However, as it has no bitterness you can also drink it just as it, or with honey or lemon. You can make it whatever strength you like, leave it the bag as long as you like, and some even use two teabags for extra depth of flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also makes a great ice tea – the perfect alcohol-free drink for summertime. Simply brew a rooibos teabag in boiling water, and once the liquid is cool, place in the fridge adding a slice of lemon and mint to taste. At Tick Tock, we've created a delicious range of rooibos teas using all-natural ingredients, so there are lots of options to drink throughout the day. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"shop our range of rooibos teas\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eYou can explore and shop our range of rooibos teas here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"rooibos iced tea\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/beverage-1851261_1280_grande.jpg?v=1504019157\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Georgia Ginsberg","user_id":4862293,"published_at":"2020-03-26T17:41:00+00:00","updated_at":"2021-10-07T10:37:08+01:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"what-is-rooibos-redbush-tea","tags":"related:organic-green-rooibos, related:original-rooibos-40-bags, related:rooibos-earl-grey, related:vanilla-rooibos, type:rooibos tea","image":{"created_at":"2021-08-06T15:20:08+01:00","alt":"","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/BLOG_ftd_SA_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1628259609"}}

{"id":385124139126,"title":"What is the difference between decaffeinated and caffeine free tea?","created_at":"2020-09-24T18:20:53+01:00","body_html":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe many health benefits of drinking tea are being discovered all the time. However, normal black and green teas are caffeinated. So if you want to reduce or cut out caffeine altogether, should you choose decaffeinated tea or naturally caffeine free? Read on for the low-down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/steam_Main_1600x1000px-min.jpg?v=1631275184\" alt=\"steaming mug - main\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is caffeine?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaffeine is a natural chemical found in certain plants, most notably in coffee, cacao and of course black, green and white teas. Whilst tolerable in small quantities, too high a caffeine intake can affect blood pressure and heart health, and can contribute to \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/kick-the-caffeine\"\u003einsomnia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e as well as anxiety, palpitations and tremors. Because, it is a natural compound, the amount of caffeine in each plant can vary enormously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoffee generally has the most milligrams of caffeine, but different types of tea, whether black or oolong tea, green or white tea, can contain varying levels depending on where it was grown and how it was picked and processed. Some black teas might even have more caffeine than some weaker coffees. Green tea generally has less than black teas, but again there might be quite a lot of overlap at the upper end of the green tea caffeine scale. This means that if you're drinking tea it can be very difficult to gauge exactly how much caffeine you are consuming in a day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDecaffeinated tea vs Caffeine free tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\nIf you are trying to cut down on caffeine in tea, the best way is to substitute regular tea with either decaf tea or naturally caffeine free. But is there a difference? The answer is absolutely, yes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDecaf tea means that the black or green tea leaves have undergone a decaffeination process to remove the caffeine molecules. Conversely, ‘caffeine free’ means the plant never actually contained caffeine in the first place; it was simply not in it’s genetic make-up. This means that the leaves undergo little processing and will not contain any trace caffeine. Naturally caffeine free would always be our preference when cutting down on caffeine.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is tea decaffeinated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are different decaffeination methods that are used for tea, and it is worth asking which one was used if you are drinking decaf tea. All decaf teas are not the same! Here is an outline of the main techniques:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMethylene chloride\u003c\/h3\u003e\nIn this method, the tea leaves are soaked in a chemical solvent called methylene chloride which bonds with the caffeine molecules. The chemical is then separated out taking much of the caffeine with it. Unfortunately, it is not possible to remove all of it and so a chemical residue can be left on the leaves. This method is controversial as methylene chloride is widely considered not safe for consumption.\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eEthyl acetate\u003c\/h3\u003e\nAgain the tea leaves are soaked, this time in ethyl acetate (also used in nail polish remover!). On the plus side, this is actually a chemical already present in tea leaves. On the negative side, again a chemical residue is left as the chemical can’t be entirely removed, and this leaves the tea with a bitter taste. It also destroys many of the health benefits, as it removes the ‘polyphenols’, special tea antioxidants which help fight free radicals and boost the body’s defence and renewal mechanisms.\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eWater processing\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThis is more closely associated with coffee decaffeination. The leaves are soaked in hot water, and then put through a carbon filter which extracts the caffeine molecules. The water is then added back to the leaves. Whilst considered relatively safe, much of the flavour is also removed and teas using this process can be weak and bland.\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eCarbon dioxide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProbably the most natural method of decaffeination. Tea leaves are mixed with liquid carbon dioxide with high pressure and temperature. At a certain point the carbon dioxide turns into a solvent and captures the caffeine molecules only. With this method, more of the beneficial compounds are left intact, and the flavour is better than the other methods, although it will never be as good as a normal black or green tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/drop_Banner_1600x700px-min.jpg?v=1631275179\" alt=\"water drop on leaf - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eAre decaffeinated teas bad for you?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe downside of decaffeination is that if you are sensitive to caffeine and its side effects, you will still be consuming some caffeine. This is because it is virtually impossible to remove all the caffeine, often around 2.5% of the original caffeine content will remain. Additionally, most of the processes use some pretty potent chemical solvents, many of which can’t be entirely removed either. And finally, the extra processing can hugely effect the flavour and also the antioxidant health benefits of the tea, surely the reasons you wanted to drink tea in the first place!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNaturally caffeine free teas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTeas which are naturally caffeine free don’t undergo any chemical processing at all, making them a great option if you are cutting down on caffeine. There are no trace chemical solvents, they are full of all the antioxidant goodness of the leaf itself and the flavour is intact. You won’t be compromising on anything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/what-is-rooibos-redbush-tea\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRooibos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e in particular is a great alternative to caffeinated black teas with its \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/what-does-rooibos-tea-taste-like\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003erich and smooth taste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. You can drink it with or without milk and plant milks, make it as strong as you like and even leave the teabag in as it will not go bitter. You also won’t have any of that pesky scum in your mug that you get with black tea. Just a lovely clean brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRooibos, the 'Wonder plant'\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith zero caffeine, low tannins and high antioxidants, including a polyphenol called Aspalathin which is only found in rooibos, there is increasing evidence of the \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/rooibos-redbush-tea-benefits\"\u003ewide-ranging benefits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e of this so-called wonder plant. Studies have shown rooibos can contribute to cardiovascular health, may stabilise glucose (so important for diabetics) as well as having a positive effect on cognitive and brain function, recovery after exercise, and even weight loss!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/seeds_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631275167\" alt=\"rooibos seeds in hand - split-left\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/plant_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631275173\" alt=\"rooibos seedling - split-right\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTick Tock rooibos tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Tick Tock, we have a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/classic-rooibos-teas\" title=\"Shop classic rooibos teas - Tick Tock Tea\"\u003erooibos\u003c\/a\u003e to suit all tastes, whether it’s our classic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/rooibos-earl-grey\" title=\"Tick tock earl grey rooibos\"\u003eEarl Grey Rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e scented with bergamot oil (naturally caffeine free of course), or our much-loved \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/vanilla-rooibos\" title=\"tick tock vanilla rooibos\"\u003evelvety Vanilla\u003c\/a\u003e, a deliciously indulgent and guilt-free treat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd have you tried our \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/what-does-green-rooibos-taste-like\"\u003eTick Tock Green rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e? Lighter and fresher than normal red rooibos thanks to the way it is prepared after harvesting, it makes for a great alternative to normal green tea (which contains caffeine) and is brimming with rooibos goodness. What’s not to love?!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/LineUp_beige_Banner_1600x700px-min.jpg?v=1631782597\" alt=\"tick tock product range - banner\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrowse our naturally caffeine free tea range\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[Reviewed and updated October 2022]\u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Florence Summers-Aylett","user_id":41532620918,"published_at":"2020-02-25T12:30:00+00:00","updated_at":"2022-12-05T12:32:05+00:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"decaffeinated-caffeine-free-tea-difference","tags":"quote-colour:@balance-blue-3, quote-text-colour:@white, related:bedtime-tea, related:chai-relax-tea, related:original-rooibos-40-bags, related:rooibos-earl-grey, type:sleep \u0026 benefits","image":{"created_at":"2021-08-03T18:00:49+01:00","alt":"Streaming cup of tea","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/BLOG_ftd_steam_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1633598715"}}

{"id":22556016758,"title":"Rooibos Kombucha","created_at":"2019-07-23T10:11:28+01:00","body_html":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCalling all Kombucha Lovers! Our friends at Rude Health have been busy brewing up a new Kombucha recipe using Tock Tock's rooibos tea! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/BLOG_Main_kombucha_1500x1000px-min.jpg?v=1628166712\" alt=\"rude health tick tock kombucha - main\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of our favourite things about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\"\u003eRooibos tea\u003c\/a\u003e is the fact that it is incredibly versatile. From cakes to ice teas, we love adding rooibos to lots of different recipes and the latest creation from Rude Health uses our naturally caffeine free tea to make a delicious Kombucha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKombucha is a sparkling fermented drink, made by adding a 'SCOBY' or yeast to tea with a little sugar. Increasingly popular thanks to its ties with gut health and for its refreshing, slightly tart taste, the addition of rooibos gives a subtle and delicate earthy sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rudehealth.com\/blog\/recipes\/rooibos-tea-kombucha\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTo learn how to make this mouth-watering Tick Tock Kombucha, head over to Rude Health's website.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Becky Maynard","user_id":20742785,"published_at":"2019-08-07T15:07:00+01:00","updated_at":"2021-10-04T17:06:48+01:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"rooibos-kombucha","tags":"related:organic-green-rooibos, related:original-rooibos-40-bags, related:rooibos-earl-grey, related:vanilla-rooibos, type:rooibos tea","image":{"created_at":"2021-08-05T12:19:03+01:00","alt":"","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/BLOG_ftd_kombucha_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1628162344"}}

{"id":14452621430,"title":"Is Rooibos Green Tea Caffeine Free?","created_at":"2019-03-22T17:25:18+00:00","body_html":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHere at Tick Tock we're often asked about Green Rooibos and whether it's caffeine free, so here are some of  your questions answered!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/BLOG_Main_green2_1500x1000px-min.jpg?v=1628166780\" alt=\"tick tock green rooibos - main\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Green Rooibos tea? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/green-rooibos\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"green rooibos tea caffeine free\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eGreen rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e is a gently hydrating and caffeine free tea, made from the rooibos plant which grows only in the coastal mountains of South Africa and is packed with antioxidants and lots of other beneficial properties. Like green tea, it is light and mellow, plus it has absolutely no bitterness, even if you forget about it and leave the tea to brew in the mug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is Green Rooibos made?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make green rooibos, traditional green tea-making techniques are applied to leaves of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/discover-rooibos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"learn more about rooibos tea\"\u003eRooibos\u003c\/a\u003e plant, \u003cem\u003eAspalathus Linearis. \u003c\/em\u003eOnce the rooibos leaves have been harvested, they are dried very quickly to prevent oxidisation from occurring. Oxidisation is a natural process whereby oxygen slowly darkens the leaves - similar to when you take a bite out of an apple and it starts going brown. Stopping this process means that the rooibos leaves stay beautifully green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou can discover more about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/what-does-green-rooibos-taste-like\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"how green rooibos tea is made\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehow green rooibos is made here\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"green rooibos tea plant\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/1200px-Rooibos__Aspalathus_linearis_2048x2048.jpg?v=1556199612\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between green rooibos and red rooibos tea? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main differences between red rooibos and green rooibos are in the colour and taste. Whilst all rooibos teas are incredibly gentle, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/green-rooibos\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"green rooibos tea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003egreen rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e is a lovely pale green yellow in the cup and the taste is lighter and fresher than \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/red-rooibos\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"red rooibos tea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ered rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth green and red rooibos are low in tannins, which is why they will never go bitter -  and make amazing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/recipes\/18572697-an-introduction-to-cold-rooibos-drinks\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Summer rooibos iced tea recipes\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eiced teas for the summer\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also suggest drinking red rooibos either with or without milk or a drop of honey, whereas green rooibos is best enjoyed on its own. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Green Rooibos contain caffeine? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen Rooibos contains absolutely no caffeine. This is because the rooibos plant itself is naturally caffeine free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNormal green tea, contrary to popular belief, does contain varying amounts of caffeine because the tea plant, \u003cem\u003eCamelia sinensus, \u003c\/em\u003econtains caffeine in its leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth black teas and green teas are made using the same tea plant which is why they both have caffeine. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn contrast to this, the Rooibos plant has absolutely \u003cstrong\u003eno caffeine\u003c\/strong\u003e in its genetic makeup, meaning all rooibos teas, including green rooibos, are 100% naturally caffeine free - perfect for getting a great night's sleep.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/TickTock_SM_Tiles_v01-25_large.jpg?v=1558539588\" alt=\"caffeine free green rooibos tea for sleep - split-left \" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a decaf green tea?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen tea drinkers looking to reduce their caffeine intake can find a range of  'decaffeinated' green teas available on the market. However these teas will have undergone various chemical processes to strip caffeine from the leaves. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRooibos leaves are never put through any unnatural processing, which is why green rooibos such a brilliant choice for green tea drinkers to enjoy at any time of day, especially before bed.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo buy our deliciously light Green Rooibos tea visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/green-rooibos\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"shop green rooibos tea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ewebshop\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou can also buy Tick Tock Green Rooibos at Ocado.com, Waitrose, Sainsbury's and Tesco. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for more rooibos tea recipe inspiration? Why not try a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/recipes\/15175921-green-tea-watermelon-cooler\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"green tea watermelon cooler recipe\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eGreen Tea Watermelon Cooler\u003c\/a\u003e or a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/recipes\/14924317-pimms-iced-tea\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Pimms Iced tea cocktail recipe\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePimms Iced Tea\u003c\/a\u003e?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Rooibos Tea Blog Posts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/what-are-the-benefits-of-redbush-tea\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"why redbush tea is good for you\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWhat are the Benefits of Redbush Tea?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/redbush-tea-caffeine\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"red bush tea caffeine free\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eRedbush Tea and Caffeine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/what-does-rooibos-tea-taste-like\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"how does rooibos tea taste?\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWhat does Rooibos Tea taste like?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/an-introduction-to-vanilla-rooibos-tea\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"understanding vanilla rooibos tea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAn Introduction to Vanilla Rooibos Tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/an-introduction-to-rooibos-vanilla-chai\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"vanilla chai redbush tea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAn introduction to Rooibos Vanilla Chai Tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"David Champion - Intermail","user_id":5682337,"published_at":"2019-07-15T12:22:00+01:00","updated_at":"2021-11-26T13:59:15+00:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"is-rooibos-green-tea-caffeine-free","tags":"related:bounce-tea, related:ginger-boost-tea, related:organic-green-rooibos, related:rooibos-earl-grey","image":{"created_at":"2021-08-05T12:11:08+01:00","alt":"","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/BLOG_green_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1628161869"}}

{"id":14405369974,"title":"Tick Tock Wellbeing teas have landed!","created_at":"2019-03-18T17:04:18+00:00","body_html":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFeel like you need a little boost? A little balance in your day? Or something soothing to help you snooze like a pro? Introducing our new Tick Tock Wellbeing teas - three brilliant and naturally caffeine free herbal infusions brimming with natural goodness for Bounce, Balance and Bedtime.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/BLOG_Banner_test_1500x1000px-min.jpg?v=1628003511\" alt=\"Wellbeing Teas\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eAt Tick Tock, our love of tea and interest in wellbeing have always gone hand in hand – ever since Grandfather \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/rooibos-history\" title=\"Tick Tock Tea Benjamin Ginsberg\"\u003eBenjamin Ginsberg\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e began his experiments with the wild rooibos plant in 1903. And today, more than ever, we are all looking for ways to improve our habits and make wellness an enjoyable part of our lives. T\u003cspan\u003ehese blends combine the power of only the best natural herbs and spices with antioxidant-rich rooibos to help tea lovers everywhere be well, feel good and keep smiling \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e– \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emorning, noon and night.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/Blog_lifestyle_3B_600x600px-min.jpg?v=1628003505\" alt=\"Wellbeing Bounce tea - split-left\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/Blog_lifestyle_3B2_600x600px-min.jpg?v=1628003494\" alt=\"Wellbeing Bedtime tea - split-right\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/bounce-tea\" title=\"lemongrass \u0026amp; ginger bounce tea\"\u003eTick Tock Bounce\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a naturally caffeine free blend of invigorating lemongrass and ginger, lively cinnamon and fresh green rooibos. A bold and bright cup alive with vibrant flavours, uplifting aromas and a zingy citrus finish to put a spring in your step throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeel good and keep smiling – morning, noon and night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenjamin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarming and cleansing \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/balance-tea\" title=\"turmeric tea\"\u003eTick Tock Balance\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e combines fennel and aniseed, saintly turmeric and antioxidant-rich, gentle rooibos. A supportive cup with subtle spices, earthy aromas and an effortlessly clean finish to help body and mind maintain their natural poise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/BLOG_miniBanner_test_1500x1000px-min.jpg?v=1628007076\" alt=\"Wellbeing Balance tea\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/bedtime-tea\" title=\"chamomile, lavendar and lemon tea\"\u003eTick Tock Bedtime\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e blends calming camomile and lemon balm, dreamy lavender flowers and soothing rooibos and honeybush. Gentle and comforting, it purrs with gentle floral aromas and a softly sweet finish and is perfect for relaxing and unwinding as you get ready to tuck yourself into bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrently available in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ocado.com\/search?entry=tick%20tock%20tea\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"\u003eOcado\u003c\/a\u003e, Waitrose, other independent retailers and in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"buy new tick tock teas online\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ewebshop\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Hayley Steward","user_id":71783448694,"published_at":"2019-03-20T18:15:00+00:00","updated_at":"2022-10-31T13:06:35+00:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"boom-new-tick-tock-wellbeing-teas-launching","tags":"quote-colour:@balance-blue-3, quote-text-colour:@white, related:bedtime-tea, related:bounce-tea, related:chai-relax-tea, related:ginger-boost-tea, type:news \u0026 events","image":{"created_at":"2021-08-03T16:10:05+01:00","alt":"Wellbeing Herbal Rooibos Teas","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/BLOG_featured_3B_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1667221441"}}

{"id":14009073782,"title":"What makes us tick: 5 ways to kick the caffeine","created_at":"2019-01-16T11:16:58+00:00","body_html":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTo kick-start the year, we're Kicking the Caffeine to help make our nights peaceful and our days bright! Here are our top 5 ways to cut down on that pesky caffeine and to enjoy a better night's sleep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/coffee_Main_1600x1000px-min.jpg?v=1633359341\" alt=\"coffee beans - main\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e1. Kick the cappuccino and forget the fizzy drinks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe all know that coffee contains caffeine but you will also find plenty of caffeine in many fizzy drinks and even in chocolate. Try swapping out these caffeine spikes and sugary highs for something a little healthier to help reduce your caffeine intake. You might just feel calmer and more energised for longer! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/owl_Banner_1600x700px-min.jpg?v=1633359384\" alt=\"Sleeping - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2. Replace Green Tea with Green Rooibos Tea \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a common misconception that green tea is caffeine free. In fact, black teas and green teas are made from the same tea plant, \u003cem\u003eCamellia Sinensis\u003c\/em\u003e, and both contain caffeine. Why not replace your normal green tea with a cup of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/organic-green-rooibos\" title=\"green rooibos is caffeine free\"\u003eGreen Rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e? Made using rooibos leaves and traditional green tea-making techniques, green rooibos is refreshing, gentle and light, and is also low in tannins, meaning it has absolutely no bitterness.   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3. Eat lighter meals before bed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEating a big heavy meal before bed can cause sleep problems because the body continues to digest instead of winding down for rest. Nutritional expert Fiona Hunter recommends having a light meal around three hours before you plan to go to sleep. If you do get peckish, try eating a small carb-based snack, such as a bowl of cereal... and avoid the chocolate! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/cereal_Banner_1600x700px-min-min.jpg?v=1633359442\" alt=\"cereal before bed - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e4. Cut down on those cocktails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinking too much alcohol can also keep you awake at night by causing your blood sugar level to drop. The following day, as you feel the effects of the night before, you're more likely to reach for those high caffeine hits, potentially reducing the quality of that night's sleep too. Nutritionist Fiona Hunter suggests reducing alcohol and drinking only caffeine free drinks for at least 6 hours before you go to sleep to help you get a really good night's rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/mug2_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1633359621\" alt=\"Cup of Tea - split-left\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/products3_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631888644\" alt=\"Tick tock tea - split-right\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e5. Drink lots of Tick Tock tea!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of Tick Tock's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\" title=\"naturally decaf teas\"\u003erooibos teas are 100% naturally caffeine free\u003c\/a\u003e which means that you can enjoy a cup at any time of the day. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/what-is-rooibos\" title=\"rooibos\"\u003eRooibos\u003c\/a\u003e comes from a different plant to green and black teas. Called \u003cem\u003easpalathus linearis\u003c\/em\u003e, it has absolutely no caffeine in its make-up - so reach for your rooibos and may your dreams be sweet! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eShop the full range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\" title=\"tick tock tea for better sleep\"\u003eTick Tock Caffeine Free Teas here\u003c\/a\u003e for a better night's sleep. Zzzzz...\u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Becky Maynard","user_id":20742785,"published_at":"2019-01-25T07:00:00+00:00","updated_at":"2021-10-06T17:39:02+01:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"what-makes-us-tick-five-ways-ways-to-kick-the-caffeine","tags":"related:organic-green-rooibos, related:original-rooibos-40-bags, related:rooibos-earl-grey, related:vanilla-rooibos, type:sleep \u0026 benefits","image":{"created_at":"2021-08-03T18:05:58+01:00","alt":"","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/BLOG_ftd_beans_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1628010359"}}

{"id":12289769590,"title":"An Introduction to Vanilla Rooibos tea","created_at":"2018-07-27T15:00:49+01:00","body_html":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWant to find out more about this truly delicious cup of rooibos tea?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/BLOG_Main_vanilla_1500x1000px-min_a95e3b72-1519-490c-91e9-32af841967d2.jpg?v=1631722428\" alt=\"drinking vanilla rooibos - main\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Vanilla Rooibos Tea?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe've combined the finest grade rooibos (redbush) with Bourbon Vanilla to create a truly delicious cup of tea. Rooibos tea has a slight natural sweetness and being low in tannins, has no bitterness. Complementing rooibos with aromatic vanilla makes for a smooth, warming, velvety cup of tea - the perfect guilt free treat! \u003cbr\u003eWe never use artificial flavourings in our teas and source only the best quality vanilla from Madagascar. Vanilla is part of the Orchid family and its the pods and seeds that are used to flavour everything from cakes and ice cream to perfume and cosmetics. You may be surprised to learn that after saffron, vanilla is the second most expensive spice in the world - its warming sweetness is irresistible!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/vanillapod_split_800x800px.jpg?v=1631722485\" alt=\"vanilla from madagascar - split-left\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/buns_split_800x800px.jpg?v=1631722509\" alt=\"vanilla rooibos glazed cinnamon buns - split-right\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eIs Vanilla Rooibos caffeinated?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\" title=\"tick tock rooibos range\"\u003erooibos teas\u003c\/a\u003e in the Tick Tock range are 100% naturally caffeine free. Rooibos is grown on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/rooibos-country\" title=\"Rooibos country the cederberg mountains\"\u003eSouth Africa’s Cederberg Mountains\u003c\/a\u003e and comes from a different plant to traditional black and green tea. The rooibos plant naturally contains \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/caffeine-free\" title=\"naturally caffeine free\"\u003eno caffeine\u003c\/a\u003e and therefore does not undergo any chemical processing to remove caffeine from the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eHow to drink Vanilla Rooibos\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/vanilla-rooibos\" title=\"tick tock vanilla rooibos\"\u003eVanilla rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e is best made using freshly boiled water to infuse the tea. We recommend brewing for around 2-4 minutes - although the tea won't go bitter if you leave the teabag in for longer. You can add milk or enjoy the tea on its own. Vanilla rooibos has a natural sweetness, so we don't think adding sugar or honey is necessary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVanilla Rooibos also makes a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/recipes\/14924317-pimms-iced-tea\" title=\"vanilla rooibos pimms iced tea\"\u003egreat iced tea\u003c\/a\u003e; simply brew as above, leave to cool and then pour over ice for a refreshing and hydrating alternative. If you fancy something more substantial, it's also a great ingredient in your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/recipes\/rooibos-infused-sugar\" title=\"rooibos infused sugar for baking\"\u003ebakes\u003c\/a\u003e. Why not try out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/recipes\/vanilla-rooibos-glazed-cinnamon-buns\" title=\"vanilla rooibos glazed cinnamon buns\"\u003evanilla rooibos glazed buns\u003c\/a\u003e recipe?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/pimms_Banner_1600x700px-min_11fe3c01-2372-4a18-bfe9-4121faf279d4.jpg?v=1631722574\" alt=\"pimms iced tea - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\" title=\"Tick tock online shop\"\u003eYou can buy Tick Tock's Vanilla Rooibos Tea here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Rooibos Tea Blog Posts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/rooibos-redbush-tea-benefits\" title=\"rooibos redbush tea benefits\"\u003eWhat are the Benefits of Redbush Tea?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/how-do-you-drink-redbush-tea\" title=\"how do you drink redbush tea\"\u003eHow do you drink Redbush Tea?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/redbush-tea-caffeine\" title=\"redbush tea and caffeine\"\u003eRedbush Tea and Caffeine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/what-does-rooibos-tea-taste-like\" title=\"what does rooibos tea taste like\"\u003eWhat does Rooibos Tea taste like?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/an-introduction-to-rooibos-chai-relax\" title=\"an introduction to rooibos chai relax\"\u003eAn introduction to Chai Relax\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Becky Maynard","user_id":20742785,"published_at":"2018-12-10T15:23:00+00:00","updated_at":"2023-01-26T17:00:32+00:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"an-introduction-to-vanilla-rooibos-tea","tags":"related:chai-relax-tea, related:original-rooibos-40-bags, related:rooibos-earl-grey, related:vanilla-rooibos, type:rooibos tea","image":{"created_at":"2021-08-03T18:01:09+01:00","alt":"An introduction to vanilla rooibos tea","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/BLOG_ftd_mugInHand800x800px-min.jpg?v=1628010069"}}

{"id":12289736822,"title":"How do you drink redbush tea?","created_at":"2018-07-27T15:00:03+01:00","body_html":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWe are often asked about the best way to make Tick Tock rooibos (redbush) tea, and whilst we reckon it's 'whatever makes you tick!', we thought we'd answer some of your questions here.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/rooibos_mirror_Main_1600x1000px-min.jpg?v=1631712154\" alt=\"Tick Tock packet with rooibos tea - main\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDo you drink redbush tea with milk?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe good news is that rooibos tea can be enjoyed with or without milk. Many Tick Tock fans love rooibos because it is naturally caffeine free and therefore is a great alternative to traditional black tea. Healthy and natural, unlike many 'decaf' teas on the market today, it comes from a different plant to black tea and therefore doesn't need to undergo the chemical processing needed to strip any caffeine from the leaves. Rooibos is both gentle and rich with a slight natural sweetness and so tastes great on its own. It is also low in tannins which means it never goes bitter, and is delicious with a slice of lemon, some mint leaves or even a drop of honey. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you prefer drinking your rooibos with milk, then the best Tick Tock options are \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/original-rooibos-40-bags?variant=39392297189494\" title=\"Tick Tock original rooibos\"\u003eOriginal Rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/rooibos-earl-grey\" title=\"Tick Tock earl grey rooibos\"\u003eEarl Grey Rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/vanilla-rooibos\" title=\"Tick tock vanilla rooibos\"\u003eVanilla Rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/chai-relax-tea\" title=\"tick tock chai relax tea\"\u003eChai Relax\u003c\/a\u003e. We think the rest of the rooibos teas in the Tick Tock range taste best on their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/milk_split_800x800px-min_15b1e4f4-8602-4892-a773-1dc18105f293.jpg?v=1631712359\" alt=\"rooibos with milk - split-left\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/products_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631712137\" alt=\"Tick Tock products - split-right\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow long do you brew redbush tea?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs rooibos is low in tannins it will never go bitter. This means that you really can leave your tea to brew for as long as you like! We suggest 2-4 minutes as an ideal brewing time, though it will still taste great if you leave your teabag in for longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat temperature do you brew redbush tea?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRooibos is a hardy plant and is best brewed using freshly boiled water. Even Green Rooibos can take boiling water because unlike traditional green tea leaves, it will not burn or go bitter in the hot water. You can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/what-does-green-rooibos-taste-like\" title=\"What does green rooibos taste like\"\u003elearn more about Green Rooibos and how it is made here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRooibos can also be enjoyed as a delicious iced tea in the summer months. Just infuse the tea in boiling water and allow it to cool before pouring over ice for a deliciously refreshing treat. Read our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/18572697-an-introduction-to-cold-rooibos-drinks\" title=\"Introduction to cold rooibos drinks\"\u003eIntroduction to cold rooibos drinks\u003c\/a\u003e for chilled rooibos drinks ideas. If you prefer something stronger why not try our refreshing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/recipes\/14924317-pimms-iced-tea\" title=\"Pimms iced tea with rooibos recipe\"\u003ePimm's iced tea\u003c\/a\u003e or an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/recipes\/14977133-aperol-spritz-iced-tea\" title=\"Aperol spritz iced tea\"\u003eAperol Spritz iced tea\u003c\/a\u003e? Naturally, all made with that magic ingredient, rooibos aka redbush!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/pimms_Banner_1600x700px-min.jpg?v=1631713487\" alt=\"Pimms iced tea with rooibos - banner\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\" title=\"Shop all Tick Tock products\"\u003eShop our full range of Redbush teas.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Rooibos Tea Blog Posts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/rooibos-redbush-tea-benefits\" title=\"rooibos redbush tea benefits\"\u003eWhat are the Benefits of Redbush Tea?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/redbush-tea-caffeine\" title=\"redbush tea and caffeine\"\u003eRedbush Tea and Caffeine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/what-does-rooibos-tea-taste-like\" title=\"what does rooibos tea taste like\"\u003eWhat does Rooibos Tea taste like?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/an-introduction-to-vanilla-rooibos-tea\" title=\"an introduction to vanilla rooibos tea\"\u003eAn Introduction to Vanilla Rooibos Tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/an-introduction-to-rooibos-chai-relax\" title=\"an introduction to rooibos chai relax\"\u003eAn introduction to Rooibos Vanilla Chai Tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Becky Maynard","user_id":20742785,"published_at":"2018-11-19T09:26:00+00:00","updated_at":"2021-11-22T10:56:48+00:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"how-do-you-drink-redbush-tea","tags":"related:organic-green-rooibos, related:original-rooibos-40-bags, related:rooibos-earl-grey, related:vanilla-rooibos, type:rooibos tea","image":{"created_at":"2021-09-15T14:34:43+01:00","alt":"how to drink redbush tea","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/mirror_split_800x800px.jpg?v=1631712883"}}

{"id":160782721,"title":"Is Rooibos Tea Caffeine-Free?","created_at":"2017-08-29T16:58:49+01:00","body_html":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eIf you're looking to reduce your caffeine intake, Tick Tock rooibos (or redbush) is a great caffeine-free alternative to traditional black and green teas. Find out more about rooibos and caffeine.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/BLOG_Main_sleepcup_1500x1000px-min_a8958ec7-f472-44dc-825f-c723a2d42e70.jpg?v=1631888694\" alt=\"steaming mug - main\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs rooibos tea entirely caffeine-free?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Rooibos tea is naturally caffeine-free because the plant it derives from contains no caffeine, unlike traditional black and green teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany other teas do naturally contain some caffeine. For example, a cup of black tea contains some caffeine, although usually less than in a cup of coffee; even green and white teas contain a little caffeine, as do many fizzy drinks - and even chocolate!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack and green teas come from the Camellia Sinensis plant which contains caffeine as part of its genetic character. However, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/what-is-rooibos\" title=\"what is rooibos\"\u003eR\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/what-is-rooibos\" title=\"what is rooibos\"\u003eooibos comes from the Aspalathus Linearis shrub\u003c\/a\u003e, part of the pea and bean family, and so contains absolutely no caffeine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a result rooibos tea is a great choice for anyone looking to cut their caffeine intake and still enjoy a delicious cup of tea, at any age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/kettle_Banner_1600x700px-min.jpg?v=1631888652\" alt=\"kettle - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the difference between 'Naturally Caffeine Free' and 'Decaf ' teas?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday some tea brands offer decaffeinated teas. These are black teas that have undergone a process to remove their caffeine, either using a chemical solvent or carbon dioxide to strip the caffeine from the tea leaves. However even after processing, some decaf teas still contain low levels of caffeine, because the caffeine cannot ever be fully removed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnlike decaf, Rooibos tea does not undergo any of this processing as the leaves have no caffeine in their biological make-up. At Tick Tock we have carefully crafted a selection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\" title=\"tick tock all products\"\u003edelicious rooibos teas\u003c\/a\u003e using all-natural flavourings, so you have a wide choice of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/caffeine-free\" title=\"caffeine free\"\u003ecaffeine free\u003c\/a\u003e rooibos tea to enjoy at any time of day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/cupnails_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631888667\" alt=\"tick tock mug - split-left\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/products3_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631888644\" alt=\"Tick Tock products - split-right\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCaffeine consumption\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaffeine is a natural stimulant that affects the brain and can make us feel more awake and alert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhilst caffeine doesn’t necessarily have a negative effect when consumed in moderation, too much caffeine can cause health problems such as heart palpitations and tremors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can also impact our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/peaceful-nights\" title=\"caffeine and sleep\"\u003esleep\u003c\/a\u003e, especially if you have caffeinated drinks in the evenings when your body should rather be winding down and getting ready to rest. In some instances caffeine should not be consumed at all, for example pregnant women are advised to avoid caffeine altogether.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/kick-the-caffeine\" title=\"kick the caffeine\"\u003eYou can learn more about the effects of caffeine and sleep on our blog\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Georgia Ginsberg","user_id":4862293,"published_at":"2018-10-11T11:36:00+01:00","updated_at":"2022-01-18T17:01:15+00:00","summary_html":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Rooibos Tea (Red Bush Tea) is the perfect caffeine-free alternative to other popular drinks. Find out more about what makes rooibos tea caffeine-free.\u003c\/p\u003e","template_suffix":"","handle":"redbush-tea-caffeine","tags":"related:organic-green-rooibos, related:original-rooibos-40-bags, related:rooibos-earl-grey, related:vanilla-rooibos, type:rooibos tea, type:sleep \u0026 benefits","image":{"created_at":"2021-09-17T15:31:42+01:00","alt":"Redbush tea alternative to black tea","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/mug2_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631889102"}}

{"id":10666639478,"title":"An introduction to Chai Relax","created_at":"2018-04-23T13:42:17+01:00","body_html":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eA cup of pure indulgence,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/chai-relax-tea\" title=\"tick tock chai relax rooibos tea\"\u003eTick Tock Chai Relax\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis one of our most popular teas! This aromatic blend of warming spices and rooibos tea is inspired by traditional Indian chai and offers a delightfully full flavour that can be enjoyed throughout the day.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/Chai_Main_1600x1000px-min.jpg?v=1631261601\" alt=\"Cup of Chai Relax rooibos tea - main\" style=\"margin-top: 50px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Chai?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe word 'Chai' is the Hindi word for 'tea' and refers to all varieties, from black tea to green tea and white tea. 'Masala Chai' is translated as '\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/chai-relax-tea\" title=\"tick tock chai relax rooibos\"\u003espiced tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e' and it is this warming blend that has been enjoyed throughout India for centuries. Today it is often known simply as 'chai'.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe ingredients used to make chai tend to vary from region to region and even from household to household with recipes passed down through the generations. Typically it is made using black tea, such as an Assam or Darjeeling, blended with a variety of spices, and then served with milk and sweetened with sugar or honey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does Chai Relax taste like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a naturally caffeine free alternative to traditional black tea chai, we have blended delicious rooibos (or 'redbush') tea with a special mix of spices including warming ginger, fragrant cinnamon, cardamom and cloves. Being low in tannins, and therefore without bitterness, rooibos provides the ideal base for these vibrant spices. The addition of natural vanilla gives a gentle velvety sweetness without the need to add sugar. Aromatic and carefully balanced, our Chai Relax is packed with flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmazing tea, very flavourful. Has a Pleasant aroma. I love it, I drink it everyday. I would definitely recommend. Lovely tea!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappy Customer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to drink Chai Relax\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply add boiling water to your cup and leave the teabag to steep for around 2-4 minutes according to taste.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/chai-relax-tea\" title=\"tick tock chai relax rooibos tea\"\u003eChai Relax\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is such a gentle tea that it can be enjoyed on its own. However if you would prefer to drink this tea in a more traditional way, it tastes equally delicious with milk.\u003cbr\u003eFor a great healthy breakfast treat,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/chai-relax-tea\" title=\"tick tock chai relax rooibos tea\"\u003eChai Relax\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eworks brilliantly as a smoothie. Try our our recipe for\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/recipes\/skinny-tick-tock-almond-vanilla-chai-latte\" title=\"SKINNY TICK TOCK ALMOND CHAI RELAX LATTE\"\u003eChai Relax Almond Latte\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e or for something more indulgent why not give our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/recipes\/chai-spiced-doughnuts\" title=\"CHAI SPICED DOUGHNUTS\"\u003eChai Spiced Doughnuts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ea go. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/Chai_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631261607\" alt=\"chai relax tea doughnuts - split-left\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/milk_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631261772\" alt=\"chai relax with milk - split-right\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy Chai\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRelax\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/chai-relax-tea\" title=\"buy tick tock chai relax\"\u003ewebshop\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Find out\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/what-does-rooibos-tea-taste-like\" title=\"what does rooibos tea taste like\"\u003ewhat Rooibos Tea tastes like\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein our blog post.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore rooibos tea blog posts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/rooibos-redbush-tea-benefits\" title=\"what are the benefits of rooibos tea\"\u003eWhat are the benefits of redbush tea?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/how-do-you-drink-redbush-tea\" title=\"how do you drink rooibos tea?\"\u003eHow do you drink redbush tea?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/redbush-tea-caffeine\" title=\"rooibos tea and caffeine\"\u003eIs redbush tea caffeine free?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/what-does-rooibos-tea-taste-like\" title=\"what does rooibos taste like?\"\u003eWhat does rooibos tea taste like?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/an-introduction-to-vanilla-rooibos-tea\" title=\"an introduction to vanilla rooibos tea\"\u003eAn introduction to Vanilla Rooibos tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Florence Summers-Aylett","user_id":41532620918,"published_at":"2018-06-07T18:14:00+01:00","updated_at":"2023-01-26T16:57:14+00:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"an-introduction-to-rooibos-chai-relax","tags":"quote-colour:@bounce-pink, quote-text-colour:@primary-blue, related:chai-relax-tea, related:ginger-boost-tea, related:original-rooibos-40-bags, related:vanilla-rooibos, type:rooibos tea","image":{"created_at":"2021-09-10T09:11:46+01:00","alt":"Chai Relax","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/Chai2_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1633599565"}}

{"id":10653335670,"title":"What does rooibos tea taste like?","created_at":"2018-04-12T11:11:06+01:00","body_html":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHere at Tick Tock we love a tasty cuppa, and with our delicious selection of \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\" title=\"rooibos teas from tick tock\"\u003eTick Tock rooibos teas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e we are truly spoilt for choice! If you're new to naturally caffeine free rooibos (or redbush), here is a little guide to prepare you for how rooibos tea tastes and some popular brewing tricks to make this special ‘red’ tea taste even better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/BLOG_Main_taste_1500x1000px-min.jpg?v=1628167380\" alt=\"A girl tasting rooibos tea - main\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW DOES ROOIBOS TEA TASTE?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\" title=\"rooibos tea taste\"\u003eRooibos tea\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eis incredibly smooth and gentle with a natural sweetness and slightly nutty taste. When brewed for longer, this red tea is full-bodied and rich, and you can smell the warm woody notes rising from your cup or teapot. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause rooibos comes from a different plant to traditional green and black teas, it has lower levels of tannins. It is these tannins which can give 'normal' tea a bitter taste, particularly if you brew a black tea or green tea for too long. By contrast, rooibos (meaning ‘red bush’) tea will never go bitter. Even if you were to leave your teabag in the cup it will remain sweetly smooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome people ask us this: does rooibos tea taste like tobacco?  Redbush has deep, rich flavours and sometimes people describe it as being a little smoky. However, rooibos doesn’t really taste like tobacco – rather it is earthy and woody with a malted sweetness, and can be very refreshing,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDOES ROOIBOS TEA TASTE LIKE BLACK TEA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRooibos has a full and rich flavour similar to the depth and strength of a typical breakfast tea. In fact, the longer you leave your teabag to steep the more intense its malted nutty flavours, and the darker the colour. Plus, unlike other naturally caffeine free teas, you can drink it with milk. The big difference to black tea is that redbush is low in tannins and therefore is sweeter and won’t go bitter no matter how long you leave the teabag. It’s the tannins in black tea that give that bitterness and astringency, and it’s the tannins that stain your mug (and your teeth!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/rooibosFarm_Banner_1600x700px-min.jpg?v=1631030039\" alt=\"A Rooibos field - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHOULD YOU DRINK ROOIBOS TEA WITH MILK?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverybody has their own way of drinking \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\" title=\"how to drink rooibos\"\u003erooibos\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, whether weak or strong, with milk or without. Many rooibos lovers enjoy theirs on its own, whilst others swear by a strong brew and a splash of milk, giving a great caffeine free alternative to a traditional everyday black tea. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Tick Tock we don't advocate adding sugar (our teas are delicious enough without!), but rooibos is often enjoyed with a drop of honey or a slice of lemon. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour Original Rooibos tea is so soothing and natural I could not picture my life without it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClare, rooibos drinker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBREWING TIPS TO MAKE YOUR ROOIBOS TEA TASTE EVEN BETTER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRooibos is pretty forgiving however here are some tips to get the most out of your cuppa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eADJUST THE WATER YOU BREW WITH\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirstly, there’s the water you use. Usually tap water is fine, however if you live in an area with very hard water, you might find that filtered water makes the tea taste better. You can also make it with boiling hot water (unlike some green and herbal teas) and this will help the leaves to infuse faster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLOOSE LEAF ROOIBOS OR TEABAGS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to leaf vs teabags, we leave that one up to you. The quality of rooibos we use is the same for both. The benefit of loose leaf is that you can adjust how strong you want your rooibos and of course you’ll have the enjoyment of a traditional teapot brewing, and maybe even a nice tea cosy! On the other hand, teabags have all the benefits of convenience and much less washing up. Always a bonus!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eADD YOUR OWN FLAVOURS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLots of people enjoy their rooibos red tea with a drop of milk (either dairy or plant-based milks work very well), whilst some like it double strength. Other popular additions are a slice of lemon, a drop of honey and even a touch of cinnamon. It can also taste great in cocktails [add recipe link].\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTRY IT COLD - ROOIBOS ICED TEA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRooibos also makes an incredible iced tea, and thanks to the low levels of tannins, will not go bitter. Take a look at our classic \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/recipes\/rooibos-iced-tea\" title=\"Tick Tock rooibos iced tea recipe\"\u003erooibos iced tea recipe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/recipes\/15175921-green-tea-watermelon-cooler\" title=\"green rooibos cocktail recipe\"\u003e\u003cem\u003egreen rooibos\u003c\/em\u003e w\u003cem\u003eatermelon cooler\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, the perfect way enjoy drinking rooibos tea, even in the summer!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/icedTea_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631609917\" alt=\"Tick Tock iced tea rooibos\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/watermelon_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631028532\" alt=\"Rooibos watermelon tea cooler\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFLAVOURED ROOIBOS TEA BLENDS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo save you the trouble, in addition to traditional \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/original-rooibos-40-bags\" title=\"traditional rooibos tea\"\u003eRooibos\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, we offer a selection of all natural flavoured rooibos teas such as our velvety \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/vanilla-rooibos\" title=\"vanilla rooibos tea taste\"\u003eVanilla Rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003c\/em\u003etea the perfect after dinner treat with its delicate sweetness, or our \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/chai-relax-tea\" title=\"vanila chai tea taste\"\u003eChai Relax\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, an aromatic delight at any time of the day. We also have \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/rooibos-earl-grey\" title=\"earl grey rooibos tea taste\"\u003eEarl Grey Rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, a brilliant naturally caffeine free option for those who drink traditional Earl Grey black tea\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also have a \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/organic-green-rooibos\" title=\"green redbush teas\"\u003eGreen Rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e tea which is incredibly light and refreshing. The rooibos leaves are simply dried once harvested to stop the oxidisation process and therefore the tea retains a light green colour and fresh taste. Green rooibos has no bitterness whatsoever and like traditional green tea, is best enjoyed on its own, without any milk. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs well as being delicious, rooibos tea has many reported benefits. Find out more about \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/rooibos-redbush-tea-benefits\" title=\"is redbush tea good for you blog\"\u003ehow Rooibos tea is good for you\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e in our recent blog post.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Rooibos Tea Blog Posts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/rooibos-redbush-tea-benefits\" title=\"why redbush tea is good for you\"\u003eWhat are the Benefits of Redbush Tea?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/how-do-you-drink-redbush-tea\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"how do you drink red bush tea?\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHow do you drink Redbush Tea?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/redbush-tea-caffeine\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"red bush tea caffeine free\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eRedbush Tea and Caffeine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/what-does-rooibos-tea-taste-like\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"how does rooibos tea taste?\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWhat does Rooibos Tea taste like?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/an-introduction-to-vanilla-rooibos-tea\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"understanding vanilla rooibos tea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eAn Introduction to Vanilla Rooibos Tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/an-introduction-to-rooibos-chai-relax\" title=\"chai relax redbush tea\"\u003eAn introduction to Chai Relax\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Becky Maynard","user_id":20742785,"published_at":"2018-05-14T12:50:00+01:00","updated_at":"2022-09-27T15:13:32+01:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"what-does-rooibos-tea-taste-like","tags":"quote-colour:@vanilla-peach-1, quote-text-colour:@primary-blue, related:organic-green-rooibos, related:original-rooibos-40-bags, related:rooibos-earl-grey, related:vanilla-rooibos, type:rooibos tea","image":{"created_at":"2018-10-16T14:46:38+01:00","alt":"","width":2513,"height":1670,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/StockSnap_772AB45D4D.jpg?v=1539697598"}}

{"id":44209473,"title":"Sleep tight tonight: what to eat and drink for a good night’s sleep","created_at":"2015-09-10T12:45:06+01:00","body_html":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe’ve teamed up with nutritional consultant Fiona Hunter to share her expert advice on maintaining a healthy diet to ensure a good night's sleep;\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you spent last night counting sheep in a desperate bid to get to sleep, the chances are that today you’re feeling somewhat jaded, a little more irritable than normal and not quite as productive. However the effects of a bad night’s sleep don’t end there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLack of sleep, warn experts, is a ticking time bomb in terms of our health. Studies show that getting less than 6 hours sleep a night is associated with an increased risk of diabetes, heart disease and obesity, and increases the risk of early death by 12%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe good news is that sometimes a few simple changes to the things you eat and drink could be the answer to your sleep problems…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut the caffeine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re having trouble sleeping try swapping regular tea and coffee for drinks like rooibos, rooibos green tea, fruit or herbal teas which are naturally caffeine free, after midday.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaffeine is a stimulant so it’s the very last thing you need in your system if you want a good night’s sleep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaffeine enters the blood stream about 15 minutes after it’s consumed but the stimulant effects can last for between 5-6 hours. Some people who are particularly sensitive, can still feel its effects up to 10 hours later, so it’s important to choose caffeine free drinks for at least 6 hours before retiring for the night. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost people associate caffeine with coffee but may be unaware that tea, including green tea, also contains caffeine. In fact, a cup of strong tea can contain more caffeine than a cup of coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCola, hot chocolate and some over the counter cold remedies also contain caffeine.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGo easy on the alcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea couple of drinks may make you feel drowsy and help you drift off to sleep, too much alcohol will cause your blood sugar level to drop which could cause waking in the middle of the night. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrinking alcohol is also more likely to lead to\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esnoring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which can restrict airflow into the lungs. This reduces oxygen in your blood which\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edisturbs your sleep and contributes to your hangover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEat light if you want to sleep tight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEating a heavy meal late in the evening can interfere with your quality of sleep by causing the stomach to produce acid, resulting in heartburn and indigestion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTry to eat at\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eleast 3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehours before going to bed. Going to bed hungry can be just as bad as eating too much so if you eat your evening meal early have a small\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecarbohydrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebased snack like a bowl of cereal or a couple of oatcakes before bed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose pasta rather than protein for your evening meal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA carbohydrate rich meal, like pasta, with a small amount of protein,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e encourage the brain to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eproduce serotonin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhich will help you to feel relaxed and sleepy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat else you can do\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNapping during the day can disturb the normal pattern of sleep so try to avoid it, if you must nap, restrict yourself to 15 minutes maximum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular exercise can help promote better sleep but avoid vigorous exercise in the evening because it produces stimulants that stop the brain from relaxing quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTry to establish a regular bed time and waking up schedule. This helps set your body clock to these times. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTry a relaxing routine, like a warm bath or some gentle yoga or stretching before bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you don't fall asleep within 15 minutes, get out of bed. When you're sleepy, go back to bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you can’t sleep try not to dwell on not sleeping or your anxiety will increase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstablish a regular relaxing bed time routine and try to avoid emotionally upsetting conversations and activities before trying to go to sleep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssociate your bed with sleep. It's not a good idea to use your bed to watch TV, listen to the radio, or read.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake sure your bedroom is the right temperature, neither too hot nor too cold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTry adding a dab of lavender oil to your pillow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Fiona Hunter\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/Fiona_headshot_x1_compact.jpg?10849887725704942616\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEsteemed nutritional consultant \u003cstrong\u003eFiona Hunter\u003c\/strong\u003e (BSc (Hons) Nutrition, Dip Dietetics), is a food writer, broadcaster and is known for her honest and practical approach to nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Florence Summers-Aylett","user_id":41532620918,"published_at":"2018-03-15T11:33:00+00:00","updated_at":"2021-11-26T14:06:53+00:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"44209473-sleep-tight-tonight-what-to-eat-and-drink-for-a-good-night-s-sleep","tags":"related:bedtime-tea, related:chai-relax-tea, related:original-rooibos-40-bags, related:vanilla-rooibos, type:sleep \u0026 benefits","image":{"created_at":"2018-11-01T15:14:33+00:00","alt":"Sleep tight tonight blog","width":1200,"height":500,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/Tick_Tock_Winter_Web.jpg?v=1633597607"}}

{"id":147323585,"title":"The science behind a good night's sleep","created_at":"2017-01-20T10:43:26+00:00","body_html":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAt Tick Tock, Britain's favourite rooibos tea, we have always been champions of bright days and peaceful nights. It's our answer to the relentless pressures and pace of everyday life that can often leave us feeling tired and wired.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/cat_Main_1600x1000px-min.jpg?v=1631895232\" alt=\"sleeping cat - main\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe encourage you to take a moment to read about the importance of sleep and the benefits of replacing caffeine with a delicious cup of Tick Tock. We asked independent sleep therapist Christabel Majendie (BSc, MSc, MBPsS) to put a little science behind it all and give some recommendations on how to make your nights as restful and comfortable as possible. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHere is what she had to say:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe importance of a good night’s sleep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eAs one famous sleep researcher put it, “If sleep does not serve an absolutely vital function, then it is the biggest mistake the evolutionary process has ever made.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe functions of sleep are still under investigation, however it appears to play many vital roles. Sleep may involve rebuilding of key cellular components needed for wakefulness and removal of cellular waste components. The state of wakefulness may be unsustainable so sleep is needed for replenishment and restoration. Sleep may be particularly important for detoxification of the brain. Recently, researchers found that the channels in the brain that remove waste products collected during the day actually widen when we sleep. There may be a link here with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSleep also appears to play a vital role in memory consolidation and learning, both vital for survival. Other functions of sleep may be conservation of energy (beyond restful waking), the regulation of emotions, body temperature, the immune system and metabolism.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe effects of sleep deprivation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\nEven so, sleep is often not taken seriously, and viewed as an inconvenience we mask the signs of poor sleep with stimulants such as caffeine. But the importance of sleep becomes undeniable when we look at the effects of sleep deprivation. In the short term, lack of sleep impacts significantly on cognitive functions such as attention, alertness, concentration and problem solving. It also has a negative effect on memory and learning and can cause low mood and irritability the next day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile these short term effects are reversible, in the long term the consequences are more alarming. Regular lack of sleep is linked to physical conditions such as obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and coronary heart disease and is associated with reduced life expectancy. In addition, chronic sleep deprivation increases your chances of having an accident and is also linked to mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/coffee_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631895664\" alt=\"coffee beans - split-left\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/sleepless_split_800x800px-min_8c137644-1fe3-40c3-97c8-a3350ac25d79.jpg?v=1631896034\" alt=\"woman trying to fall asleep - split-right\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe benefits of reducing caffeine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaffeine and sleep\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eCaffeine is so commonly consumed in our society that it is easy to forget it is a drug. Caffeine stimulates our nervous system, making us feel more alert and more awake. So it is no surprise that the desire for caffeine increases if we are tired and sleep deprived. The problem is that too much caffeine consumed during the day can affect sleep quality and quantity. This is because caffeine counteracts the effect of a natural ‘sleep factor’ called adenosine that builds up in the body throughout the day. This sleep factor plays a role in regulating how long we are awake. Caffeine before bedtime also reduces the amount of deep sleep we have, making us more likely to wake in the night.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eCaffeine and health\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eCaffeine increases levels of Adrenaline in the bloodstream, a hormone that is released in the ‘fight or flight reaction,’ when we are stressed and need to get things done. A reliance on it may indicate that you are not getting enough sleep or good enough sleep. And if you are dependent on caffeine throughout the day to maintain alertness and concentration, it is likely that this will then impact on your subsequent sleep making the problem worse as a vicious cycle develops.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeavy consumption of caffeine during the day may also lead to feeling over-stimulated in the evening and we may counteract this by unconsciously, self-medicating with sedatives such as alcohol or sleeping pills to wind us down and help us sleep. Clearly, this pattern of behaviour is not a healthy one.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eSources of Caffeine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eCaffeine is not just found in coffee and tea. It is also found in energy drinks, coke and other fizzy drinks, chocolate products and even green tea. It is also found in several painkillers, diet pills and medications for colds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTherefore, it is easy to see how your caffeine levels can add up throughout the day without you realizing. Some brands of decaffeinated coffee and tea have even been found to contain small amounts of caffeine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe good news is that there are \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/caffeine-free\" title=\"naturally caffeine free \"\u003egreat alternatives to caffeinated drinks\u003c\/a\u003e. Rooibos is a naturally caffeine-free tea which is rich in antioxidants. It is also high in many vitamins and minerals. So as well as being good for your sleep it can actually have a beneficial effect on the immune system, and on your general health.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eRecommendations: sleep routines and sleeping environments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eHaving established sleep is vital for our health and wellbeing and caffeine may affect sleep quality and quantity, here are some suggestions to increase your chances of a good night’s sleep.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvoid caffeine six hours before your bedtime. Replace caffeinated hot drinks with alternatives such as Rooibos to reduce caffeine levels and to benefit from other health benefits. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\" title=\"shop the tick tock products range\"\u003eTick Tock Rooibos range\u003c\/a\u003e comes in many \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/bedtime-tea\" title=\"tick tock bedtime tea\"\u003edifferent flavours\u003c\/a\u003e giving you plenty of choice and variation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBe aware of other products containing caffeine and reduce these or avoid these if possible. Replace chocolate snacks with healthier alternatives. Milk or dairy products as a snack before bed may help as these contain a natural amino acid that promotes sleep. Or try a complex carbohydrate such as wholemeal toast or cereal. Vitamin B1 (found in nuts, beans, peas, wholegrain bread, fortified cereals) and magnesium (in nuts, wholegrain cereals, bananas, green leafy vegetables and milk) may also promote sleep.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHunger causes wakefulness by releasing adrenaline so a light snack before bed can help sleep. Conversely, going to bed on a full stomach can keep you awake as your body is trying to digest all that food and this interferes with sleep.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/Bedtime_Banner_1600x700px-min.jpg?v=1631096018\" alt=\"Bedtime tea - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eMake your bedroom as calming and as comfortable as possible to help you wind down and relax. Make sure your bedding is also comfortable and made from natural material. Discomfort is a common cause of sleep problems so replace old or uncomfortable mattresses with new ones. Choose a mattress with a firmness that suits your personal preference. Look for brands made from natural materials, such as Naturalmat, as these will help to regulate your body temperature so you are less likely to wake up during the night feeling too cold or too hot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake your sleep seriously this year: kick the caffeine and treat yourself to a new mattress. We spend a third of our lives asleep so make it as comfortable and restful as possible!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Georgia Ginsberg","user_id":4862293,"published_at":"2018-03-15T10:33:00+00:00","updated_at":"2021-10-04T11:00:53+01:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"kick-the-caffeine","tags":"related:bedtime-tea, related:original-rooibos-40-bags, related:rooibos-earl-grey, related:vanilla-rooibos, type:sleep \u0026 benefits","image":{"created_at":"2021-09-17T17:22:21+01:00","alt":"","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/cat_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631895741"}}

{"id":160779521,"title":"What does green rooibos taste like?","created_at":"2017-08-29T15:37:24+01:00","body_html":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eHere at Tick Tock we love our green rooibos! We're often asked about what green rooibos is and how it tastes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/BLOG_Main_green1_1500x1000px-min_e10f9784-b248-4231-a551-95849cdf97a8.jpg?v=1635245884\" alt=\"Green rooibos\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are some answers to your questions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is green rooibos? And how is it different to 'normal' green tea?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell, the answer is that green rooibos tea is made using the leaves of the rooibos or Apalathus Linearis plant, the same as is used to make red rooibos. However the difference lies in the way the tea is treated.\u003cbr\u003eTo make 'red' rooibos the leaves are picked, chopped and left to cure outside in the mountain air, slowly turning a deep red colour. This process is known as ‘oxidation’ and is the same process you will see occur when you take a bite from an apple. To make green rooibos, the leaves are picked and the oxidation process is stopped by the application of heat, and therefore they retain their light green colour. This technique is inspired by that used to make 'normal' green tea which is made from the Camellia Sinensis (as are all black teas). After harvesting, the leaves of the Camellia Sinensis are quickly dried to stop them oxidising and therefore darkening - the process that results in black teas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/DSCF0854_rooibos_drying.jpg?v=1593619743\" alt=\"green rooibos drying in the sun - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\nThe other key difference between green rooibos and 'normal' green tea is the caffeine levels. Green rooibos is naturally caffeine free because Aspalathus Linearis has no caffeine in its genetic make-up. Conversely, green teas are made from the Camellia Sinensis plant which does contain caffeine. Therefore, contrary to popular belief, green teas do have some caffeine, although the levels can vary. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does green rooibos taste like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\nGreen rooibos is a deliciously light tea with a lovely mellow taste and a slight natural sweetness. Unlike many 'normal' green teas which can be a little bitter, green rooibos contains absolutely no bitterness or astringency due to the very low levels of tannins in the tea. As a result, no matter how long you leave your teabag in the cup, the tea will always remain delicate and light. Green rooibos makes a great refreshing and hydrating option to enjoy throughout the day, even at night time. Like 'normal' green tea, it should be enjoyed without milk to allow its delicate and distinctive taste to be enjoyed to the full.\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/tick-tock-rooibos-green-organic-40-bags\" title=\"buy rooibos green tea\"\u003eBuy Green Rooibos tea\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/BLOGGreen_Banner_1600x700px-min.jpg?v=1635246437\" alt=\"Selection of Tick Tock products - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can find our organic Tick Tock Green Rooibos tea in Tesco, Waitrose, Ocado, Sainsburys and you can also buy directly from the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/tick-tock-rooibos-green-organic-40-bags\" title=\"tick tock tea website\"\u003eTick Tock Tea website.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMore Rooibos Tea Blog Posts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/is-rooibos-green-tea-caffeine-free\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"find out how green rooibos tea is caffeine free\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eIs Rooibos Green Tea Caffeine Free?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/redbush-tea-caffeine\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"all rooibos tea is caffeine free\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eRedbush Tea and Caffeine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/what-does-rooibos-tea-taste-like\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"the taste of rooibos tea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eWhat does Rooibos Tea taste like?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/an-introduction-to-vanilla-rooibos-tea\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"caffeine free vanilla tea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eAn Introduction to Vanilla Rooibos Tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/an-introduction-to-rooibos-vanilla-chai\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"naturally caffeine free chai tea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eAn introduction to Rooibos Vanilla Chai Tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Florence Summers-Aylett","user_id":41532620918,"published_at":"2017-10-27T14:30:00+01:00","updated_at":"2021-10-26T12:28:05+01:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"what-does-green-rooibos-taste-like","tags":"related:bounce-tea, related:organic-green-rooibos, related:original-rooibos-40-bags, related:rooibos-earl-grey, type:rooibos tea","image":{"created_at":"2021-10-26T12:02:07+01:00","alt":"South Africa view","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/green_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1635246127"}}

{"id":160780609,"title":"Welcome to the world of Tick Tock tea","created_at":"2017-08-29T16:15:07+01:00","body_html":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/GG2_Main_1600x1000px-min.jpg?v=1631871145\" alt=\"Georgia Ginsberg - main\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eA family business\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/who-we-are-new\" title=\"tick tock tea and who we are\"\u003eHere at Tick Tock\u003c\/a\u003e, we are a small family-owned tea company based in a lovely old barn in the Hampshire countryside. We have been growing and making \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/rooibos-teas\" title=\"tick tock rooibos tea shop\"\u003erooibos tea\u003c\/a\u003e ever since Grandfather Benjamin Ginsberg first perfected the brew in 1903. He was the first to cure the wild plant using traditional tea making techniques and we continue to use his methods to make our teas today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollowing in his footsteps, Benjamin’s grandson Bruce Ginsberg continued the family tradition to grow and make rooibos teas. Bruce founded Tick Tock in 1976 and was the first to introduce rooibos to the UK market. Today, Bruce’s daughter Georgia is the fourth generation to share this love for tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/history_Banner_1600x700px-min.jpg?v=1631871274\" alt=\"the beginnings of rooibos with Benjamin Ginsberg - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eWhat is rooibos?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/what-is-rooibos\" title=\"what is rooibos redbush tea\"\u003eRooibos or redbush\u003c\/a\u003e tea is grown in South Africa on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/rooibos-country\" title=\"rooibos country\"\u003eCederberg Mountains\u003c\/a\u003e. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/caffeine-free\" title=\"naturally caffeine free tea\"\u003enaturally caffeine free tea\u003c\/a\u003e is gentle, low in tannins and can be enjoyed at any time of day. Packed full of antioxidants and boasting many health properties, rooibos is not only delicious but good for you too! You can find out more about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/rooibos-superfood\" title=\"rooibos the superfood\"\u003ethe benefits of rooibos tea here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/GGSA_Banner_1600x700px-min.jpg?v=1631871317\" alt=\"Georgia Ginsberg inspecting a rooibos bush - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eExplore our range of teas\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTick Tock has proudly become Britain’s favourite Rooibos tea and we have a delicious selection of rooibos teas available to buy from leading supermarkets, independent health shops and directly from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\" title=\"tick tock all products\"\u003eonline tea shop\u003c\/a\u003e. Our all-natural range includes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/original-rooibos-40-bags?variant=39392297189494\" title=\"tick tock original rooibos\"\u003eOriginal Rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e – smooth with a slight natural sweetness, our rooibos tea can be enjoyed with or without milk, or as an iced tea with a slice of lemon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/original-rooibos-40-bags\" title=\"tick tock organic rooibos\"\u003eOrganic Rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e – Pure, superior grade rooibos from organic certified farms, this tea is refreshing and naturally sweet, and can be enjoyed with or without milk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/organic-green-rooibos\" title=\"tick tock organic green rooibos\"\u003eGreen Rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e – light and refreshing, our green rooibos is a gentle tea that will keep you hydrated throughout the day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/rooibos-earl-grey\" title=\"tick tock earl grey\"\u003eEarl Grey Rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e – made using 100% natural Oil of Bergamot to give the rooibos an authentic earl grey taste. Our Earl Grey is delicious with or without milk, or as an iced tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/chai-relax-tea\" title=\"tick tock chai relax tea\"\u003eChai Relax\u003c\/a\u003e - packed with warm and aromatic spices, our Chai Relax is one of our most popular blends!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/vanilla-rooibos\" title=\"tick tock vanilla rooibos\"\u003eVanilla Rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e – smooth and velvety, our Vanilla rooibos is made using bourbon vanilla from Madagascar and is a truly delicious treat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/collections\/all-products\" title=\"tick tock rooibos shop\"\u003eYou can buy the full rooibos range here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/LineUp_beige_Banner_1600x700px-min.jpg?v=1631782597\" alt=\"tick tock product range - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eOur ethos\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHaving been growing and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/rooibos-history\" title=\"rooibos history\"\u003emaking rooibos tea for over one hundred years\u003c\/a\u003e, our unbroken tradition and the expertise gathered over the decades allow us to maintain the high levels of quality for which Tick Tock has become known. We use only the highest grade Rooibos, and personally taste every batch of tea for that unmistakable combination of body, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/tas-tea\" title=\"rooibos taste and preparation\"\u003esweetness and flavour\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe never use artificial additives, GM crops, or chlorine-bleached teabags. In fact all our teabags are now \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/planet-friendly\" title=\"planet friendly biodegradable teabags \"\u003efully biodegradable\u003c\/a\u003e! We also believe that it is our shared responsibility to ensure the sustainability of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/giving-back\" title=\"giving back to the rooibos community\"\u003eRooibos community\u003c\/a\u003e and ecosystem. We only buy directly from farmers, always trade fairly, and through our organic range, encourage environmentally sound agricultural practices. We also directly supported the South African Rooibos Council in its efforts to register “Rooibos” as an internationally recognized Geographical Indication (GI), thereby protecting the region’s unique heritage for generations to come.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/dirttrack_600x600px-min_1_7b8f7a3e-ace1-4d6c-9eb7-dea1c3b9cd7e.jpg?v=1631873303\" alt=\"road in south africa - split-left\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/Nigel_800x800px-min_fbbd600b-2d13-4bc4-866f-992739185625.jpg?v=1631872948\" alt=\"farm worker - split-left\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Becky Maynard","user_id":20742785,"published_at":"2017-10-02T20:30:00+01:00","updated_at":"2021-09-17T11:08:42+01:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"welcome-to-the-world-of-tick-tock-tea","tags":"related:organic-green-rooibos, related:original-rooibos-40-bags, related:rooibos-earl-grey, related:vanilla-rooibos, type:rooibos tea","image":{"created_at":"2021-09-17T10:45:59+01:00","alt":"","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/GG_split_800x800px-min.jpg?v=1631871960"}}

{"id":155864001,"title":"Ticking all the right boxes since 1903","created_at":"2017-06-06T17:05:02+01:00","body_html":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWe’ve been making headlines!\u003cbr\u003eRooibos, also known as Redbush, was recently featured in Channel 4’s popular \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.channel4.com\/programmes\/food-unwrapped\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Food unwrapped\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e“Food Unwrapped”\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/em\u003efood and science television series. Dubbed the “Summer Diet Special”, the programme explored all things rooibos with a particular focus on “the secret ingredient in redbush tea that could help us burn fat.” With the great British public eager to get themselves ready for the summer, the story quickly spread and was picked up by the \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.dailymail.co.uk\/femail\/food\/article-4558684\/Can-drink-Roobois.html\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Mail Online - Drink Rooibos\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMail Online\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Not long ago, TIME magazine even listed rooibos as one of the 50 healthiest foods of all time!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/100_Main_1600x1000px-min.jpg?v=1631887586\" alt=\"rooibos 100% natural - main\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are delighted! As the founders of rooibos tea (Grandfather Benjamin Ginsberg first perfected the brew in 1903) and Britain’s favourite rooibos brand, we at Tick Tock have long been champions of this very special brew. Naturally caffeine free, low in tannins, rich in antioxidants and blessed with the unique aspalathin compound, rooibos is packed full of natural goodness. Found only in South Africa’s magnificent Cedarberg mountains north of Cape Town, rooibos is still harvested by hand and cured in the traditional way.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs “rooibos science” gathers steam, the growing body of research is starting to reveal a broad range of potential benefits – while the Food Unwrapped team highlighted the “reduction in fat accumulation” associated with frequent consumption, the UK’s Tea Advisory Panel draws attention to the tea’s traditional use “to relieve infant colic, allergies, asthma and dermatological problems.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut there’s much more to rooibos than an impressive set of health credentials! Tick Tock’s deep colour and full taste make a truly delicious cup of tea – we’ve won no less than 5 Great Taste awards. The gentle, hydrating brew can be enjoyed with or without milk, at any time of the day, and also tastes great with lemon or as an iced tea with mint. Beyond the much loved \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/original-rooibos-40-bags?variant=39392297189494\" title=\"Original Rooibos\"\u003eOriginal\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, Tick Tock also offers a range of other exciting rooibos tea flavours, including the refreshing\u003cem\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/organic-green-rooibos\" title=\"Organic green rooibos\"\u003eGreen Rooibos\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, the luxurious \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/vanilla-rooibos\" title=\"Vanilla rooibos\"\u003eVanilla\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e and the fragrant \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/products\/rooibos-earl-grey\" title=\"Rooibos earl grey\"\u003eEarl Grey\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. So there’s a Tick Tock to suit every age and occasion!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0244\/6229\/files\/TeaSelection_1600x700px-min.jpg?v=1631630557\" alt=\"Tick Tock tea range - banner\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a family-owned and operated company, we have been making rooibos tea for over \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/pages\/rooibos-history\" title=\"Rooibos History\"\u003e100 years\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. In fact, we were the first to introduce the tea to the British market in 1976. It’s this unbroken tradition and the expertise gathered over many decades that allows Tick Tock to maintain the high levels of quality for which we have become known.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo come on and try a cup! Or six… and have a great Summer.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLinks to articles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.channel4.com\/programmes\/food-unwrapped\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Food unwrapped\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eChannel 4 On Demand - Food Unwrapped\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.dailymail.co.uk\/femail\/food\/article-4558684\/Can-drink-Roobois.html\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Mail Online - Drink Rooibos Tea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMail Online\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.teaadvisorypanel.com\/infusions-health\/rooibos\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tea advisory panel\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTea Advisory Panel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":2801629,"author":"Florence Summers-Aylett","user_id":41532620918,"published_at":"2017-06-07T10:21:00+01:00","updated_at":"2021-10-06T12:56:24+01:00","summary_html":"","template_suffix":"","handle":"ticking-all-the-right-boxes-since-1903","tags":"related:organic-green-rooibos, related:original-rooibos-40-bags, related:rooibos-earl-grey, related:vanilla-rooibos, type:news \u0026 events","image":{"created_at":"2021-09-14T16:22:35+01:00","alt":"Ticking all the right boxes ","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/ticktocktea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/TeaCollection_800x800_75ca8254-b817-4f57-876b-66b35f78d753.jpg?v=1631632956"}}