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Carmién Rooibos Gin Who would have thought that gin would be having an influence on tea sales? Our Carmién gins have been going from strength to strength and with them our rooibos teas. Why teas you may ask? Well, we have come up with our own unique G & Tea experience that has been wooing…

Carmien Tea & Mouton Foundation Projects Carmién Tea actively supports community development on shareholder’s farms and is also committed to women- and childcare in the broader community through its partnership with Ubuntu Citrusdal. Carmién also assists community development projects in the poor township area of Citrusdal through an organisation called HUG (Help Us Grow). Flooding…

Cold Brew Rooibos Teas A few years ago slightly controversial research claimed that sugar is more addictive than cocaine (and the sweet tooths among us may agree), yet we continue to consume way too much sugar, let alone hidden sugars. Fact remains, too much sugar has definite negative effects. Most parents would agree it is…

How we grade and prepare Rooibos tea Carmién Tea’s story started in 1998 on the foothills of the South African Cederberg mountains. The narrow 60 000 hectare belt along the West Coast of South Africa is the only place in the world where Rooibos tea can be grown. Read more about the recent Rooibos GI…

Functional rooibos wellness products to support health goals Every New Year tempts us with new resolutions but the best thing we can do for ourselves to achieve any goal, is to establish good health habits. We firmly believe that our rooibos wellness range is an excellent vehicle to help you reach your health goals, improve…

There are few things more precious to a parent than a child, especially a healthy child and this is where the South African miracle plant, Rooibos is key. Rooibos tea has been used by mothers for centuries to relieve colic and stomach cramps and as a calming drink for hyperactive children. It is suitable for…

Rooibos2Muisbos 2021 The annual 1-day mountain biking Rooibos2Muisbos event sponsored by Carmién shed its baby shoes this year by becoming a seeded event drawing some top cyclists. The beautiful scenic route that passes through various local farms were slightly shortened and once again, due to lockdown, the event was moved from its winter date to…

The Rooibos Sensory Wheel The rooibos sensory wheels serve as quality control and communication tools. These wheels provide industry role players with a tool to understand exactly what constitutes the “characteristic aroma and taste” of this South African herbal tea. The first generic rooibos sensory wheel, developed in 2011, was revised in 2017 to illustrate…

There is much more to the story than meets the eye. Not only is Mientjie Mouton the founder and managing director of the rooibos tea company, Carmién, she is also one of twins and this is a tea journey that bears repeating. Recently, local Landbou Boerekos magazine published an article about the rooibos journey of…

Seasons Greetings from Mientjie Mouton and Carmién Tea It is with a sense of quiet gratitude that we look back on another year with its own very unique challenges. It’s in times like these that we appreciate relationships so much more – not only as family and friends, but even more so as colleagues, suppliers…

NEWS FROM THE FARM: NOVEMBER 2021 The tea fields are still being prepared for the harvesting season starting in January so these last months of the year are mostly a time of weeding. Our tea fields are looking very good due to some welcome late rains. It is also flowering season now. A noticeable difference…

Rooibos & Immune Health Ongoing anxiety stemming from COVID-19 will continue to push consumers toward prioritizing their immune health according to the latest Innova Trend Report. Their studies have shown that 54% of consumers globally say that, due to COVID-19, they have spent time educating themselves on ingredients and procedures that can boost their immune…

Transparency and Sustainability Sustainability has become an ever-growing trend over the last few years and as consumerism shifts to greater health and eco-awareness, transparent sustainability practices are key. The recent Product Of Origin and GI certification awarded to rooibos ensures our customers that all our rooibos are sourced from certified suppliers and furthermore grown environmentally…

Tea Trends for 2022 “Last year, we saw tremendous pandemic-related shifts in grocery buying habits as the world adjusted to spending more time at home,” said Sonya Gafsi Oblisk, Chief Marketing Officer at Whole Foods Market. “As the food industry slowly adjusts to a new normal, we expect to see consumers prioritize food and drink…

Training and Development: FIRST Lego League Challenge As part of our training and development program, we registered our kids in the First Lego League (FIRST South Africa) program played by children all across South Africa, whereby they get an Ipad (for the robotic programming) and lego blocks for the building exercises. The main aim is…

MOUTON FOUNDATION & CANSA WOMAN’S DAY EVENT The Mouton Foundation in collaboration with CANSA and the department of Health has hosted a Woman’s Day event with a focus on breast and cervical cancer awareness. A total of 10 pap smears and about 22 breast examinations were done on the day to eliminate and pick up…

Carmién Tea wins at the 4th Teas of the World Contest For the first time ever Carmién Tea entered the prestigious 4th Teas of the World Contest, hosted by AVPA, the Agency for the Valorization of Agricultural Products. The awards ceremony took place on the 19th of October 2021 in Paris and was broadcasted worldwide.…

Rooibos2Muisbos 2021 Merchandise At Carmién we believe that an active life is a good life which is why we sponsor the annual Rooibos2Muisbos event on 20 November. Our limited-edition range of sportswear items are ready and available for purchase. Get yours before they sell out! Shop all activewear. Our signature black R2M event tops in…

News From The Farm: October 2021 Our rooibos fields are harvested annually for between 4-7 years, thereafter, crop rotation takes place where typically oats is planted for 1-3 years to provide the fallow lying fields with a recovery period and for nutrients to return to the ground. Oats is also called the rooibos doctor as…

Rooibos & Beauty Rooibos is most definitely more than just a cup of tea. The ever-expanding wellness and beauty industries are incorporating Rooibos more than ever and scientific studies are increasingly proving the validity of its beneficial effects. The use of green rooibos especially is on the rise in skincare products and health drinks. “Beauty…

BACK TO BASICS WITH CARMIÉN TEA, ROOTED NATURAL AND PURE BEGINNINGS Having a new baby in the house, can be as challenging as it is wonderful, especially with the amount of information that is available out there. Which advice should you really be following? Together with Rooted Natural and Pure Beginnings, we’ve compiled some top…

New Product: Meno Rooibos Tea with Raspberry Leaf Meno is our feminine blend with added functionality providing support for all stages of womanhood from period pains to mood swings to menopause. As women age levels of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone drop during menopause and drinking our Meno rooibos blend may help lessen the symptoms of…

New Product: Calm Rooibos Tea with added CBD Life is more than stressful and coupled with an ongoing pandemic, we need some calming relief to help us cope with a busy lifestyle. Unwind and destress with Calm, a calming rooibos and CBD blend that helps to reduce anxiousness and enhance sleep. Calm has a smooth,…

As COVID-19 continues to disrupt lives all over the world, we are trying to uplift and share the goodness of Rooibos with communities around South Africa to add a little joy to their days. Increasing research support evidence that rooibos is more than just a tea. It, in fact, delivers a significant and valuable health…

Well known for its abundant health benefits, the question certainly arises whether Rooibos plays a significant supportive role during this COVID-19 pandemic. Increasing research support evidence that rooibos is more than just a tea. It, in fact, delivers a significant and valuable health contribution. Some key areas where Rooibos has and continues to contribute towards…

Our Carmién wellness tea blends have carved a niche for themselves in the rooibos tea industry and have proved to be highly sought after as natural immune-boosting drinks in this time of Covid-19. It is always our aim to offer even more health benefits to our customers apart from the many benefits rooibos is already…