Is rooibos tea entirely caffeine-free?
Yes, Rooibos tea is naturally caffeine-free because the plant it derives from contains no caffeine, unlike traditional black and green teas.
Many 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!
Black and green teas come from the Camellia Sinensis plant which contains caffeine as part of its genetic character. However, Rooibos comes from the Aspalathus Linearis shrub, part of the pea and bean family, and so contains absolutely no caffeine.
As 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.
What is the difference between 'Naturally Caffeine Free' and 'Decaf ' teas?
Decaffeinated teas undergo a process to remove their caffeine. However after processing, decaf teas usually contain trace levels of caffeine.
On the other hand, Rooibos tea does not undergo any decaffeination process, as the leaves have no caffeine in their biological make-up. At Tick Tock we have carefully crafted a selection of delicious rooibos teas using all-natural flavourings, as well as a decaf tea for those that love the taste of a black tea. So you have a wide choice of caffeine free tea to enjoy at any time of day.
Caffeine consumption
Caffeine is a natural stimulant that affects the brain and can make us feel more awake and alert.
Whilst 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.
It can also impact our sleep, 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.
You can learn more about the effects of caffeine and sleep on our blog.
[Reviewed and updated February 2024]
