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Nootropics: Natural Supplements for Enhanced Brain Health
In recent years, the term “nootropics” has gained popularity, especially among those looking to improve cognitive function, mental clarity, and overall brain health. But what exactly are nootropics, and how do they work? In this post, we’ll explore the world of nootropics, their benefits, and how natural ingredients like Rooibos, Ginkgo Biloba, Gotu Kola, and…
Celebrating Heritage Day with the launch of our new Organic Rooibos offering
Heritage Day, celebrated annually on September 24th in South Africa, is a special day dedicated to honoring the rich cultural heritage of the nation. It’s a time to reflect on the diverse traditions, languages, and customs that have shaped South Africa’s unique identity. From the vibrant Zulu culture to the peaceful Xhosa traditions and the…
How rooibos tea can assist with improving overall wellness
Rooibos tea, a South African herbal infusion, has gained worldwide popularity for its delicious taste and remarkable health benefits. This naturally caffeine-free and antioxidant-rich beverage boasts a unique flavour profile that can be enjoyed hot or cold. But beyond its delightful taste, rooibos tea packs a powerful punch when it comes to promoting overall wellness.…
Refreshing, Healthy and Convenient Cold Brew Rooibos Teas
Rooibos, a native South African herb with a naturally sweet and slightly nutty flavor, has gained worldwide popularity for its health benefits and delicious taste. Carmién, a renowned South African brand known for its innovative rooibos blends, has taken the herbal tea to new heights with their range of cold brew rooibos teas. From the…
The natural ingredients that make our Women’s Teas so powerful
We have recently expanded our product offering to include a new selection of rooibos teas for women, specially formulated to assist during the different phases of the reproductive cycle. Our team has been hard at work researching the best ingredients to assist women with these typical symptoms while also focusing on providing the best taste…
Nurturing Mind and Body: The Power of Rooibos Tea During and After Pregnancy
Pregnancy and the postpartum period are significant life transitions, marked by both joy and challenges. One common concern that affects many women is postpartum depression. While it’s a complex issue, it’s essential to prioritize self-care and explore natural ways to support mental and emotional well-being. Rooibos tea, with its rich history and nutritional benefits, has…
The Menstrual Cycle, Fertility and Rooibos
The menstrual cycle is a complex biological process that occurs in women of reproductive age. It involves the preparation of the body for potential pregnancy, the release of an egg, and the shedding of the uterine lining if fertilization doesn’t occur. During this cycle, hormonal fluctuations can significantly impact a woman’s overall well-being and fertility.…
Carmién Tea introduces a new range of rooibos tea blends for women by women
The female reproductive life cycle is a complex dance of hormones and organs working together to prepare for pregnancy each month. This intricate hormonal dance continues until menopause when a woman’s reproductive cycle naturally ends. Each of these phases, including menstruation, pregnancy and menopause, brings with it some uncomfortable symptoms such as cramps, nausea and…
World Breastfeeding Week: Nurturing nursing moms and babies
As a female-led company, we recognise the need for natural remedies to everyday concerns, especially when it comes to women’s health. Our popular Nursing tea was created using the best ingredients to assist women with typical concerns they face while breastfeeding, while also focusing on providing the best taste and flavour with every sip. In…
Sleepless Nights and Anxious Days: Find Your Calm with Rooibos
Are you caught in a vicious cycle of anxiety and sleeplessness? You’re not alone. Many people struggle with the interplay between these two issues. General anxiety can make it difficult to fall asleep, stay asleep, or achieve restful sleep. On the other hand, poor sleep can exacerbate anxiety symptoms, creating a frustrating and exhausting cycle.…
Turmeric & Rooibos Tea: A Golden Elixir for Your Health
Turmeric, the golden spice renowned for its vibrant color and distinct flavour, has been used for centuries in traditional medicine. Its active compound, curcumin, is believed to be responsible for its potent health benefits. When combined with antioxidant-rich rooibos tea, this blend creates a powerful elixir that can support overall well-being. Turmeric has garnered significant…
Bergamot and Rooibos: A Powerful Tea Time Pairing
Looking for a delicious and healthy tea blend to add to your routine? Look no further than the perfect pairing of bergamot and rooibos! This delightful combination goes beyond just taste, offering a range of potential health benefits. Let’s delve into what makes this tea time duo so special. Bergamot’s Zesty Goodness: This citrus fruit,…
Understanding Your Gut and How Rooibos Tea Can Help
Have you ever felt sluggish, irritated, or just off? It could be a sign of an unhappy gut. Our gut microbiome, a massive community of trillions of microorganisms living inside our intestines, plays a crucial role in overall health. Not only does it influence digestion and nutrient absorption, but it also seems to impact our…
From Crop to Cup: Unveiling the Rooibos Journey
Ever wondered how your favorite cup of rooibos tea comes to be? Buckle up for a fascinating journey that starts with tiny seeds and ends up in your mug! Planting the Seeds of Goodness Our rooibos story begins between February and March, when seeds are sown. After a few months, the seedlings find their permanent…
Rooibos and mint, a match made in heaven
For centuries, cultures around the world have embraced the invigorating aroma and refreshing taste of mint. But beyond its delightful flavour, mint boasts a treasure trove of health benefits. When combined with the naturally sweet and antioxidant-rich rooibos tea, this dynamic duo elevates your cup to a wellness powerhouse. Let’s delve into the individual merits…
#RooibosRecipe: Rooibos Chocolate Cupcakes
It’s beginning to look a lot like winter, which is why we’d like to share our cooler weather pantry favourites in their multiple uses. Such as our delicious Drinking Chocolate, which can easily be used in recipes! Our Rooibos Drinking Chocolate can be used to desired quantities in this recipe for warm, comforting cupcakes. Simply…
Rooibos, the new cool: breaking down the rooibos flavour profile
Tea is widely regarded as one of the most aromatic and appetizing drinks in the world, second only to water in terms of consumption. Strictly speaking, the word ‘tea’ only refers to a beverage that comes from the Camellia Sinensis plant, which is native to Asia. The most common tea varieties are black, green, white,…
Spoil Mom with her favourite cake
The best way to spoil Mom on Mother’s day, is to bake her favorite cake and enjoy it with a tasty cup of Carmién’s rooibos tea. I am very fond of my Ouma Carmen’s feather cake which brought back priceless childhood memories of growing up on a rooibos farm near Citrusdal. Nowadays I use Carmién’s…
Common Ailments, and How Rooibos Can Help
We all get sick sometimes, from the occasional sniffles to more serious chronic conditions. But what if there was a natural way to boost your body’s defenses? Rooibos tea, a South African herbal infusion, has been gaining popularity for its potential health benefits. Rooibos has been enjoyed for centuries, and recent scientific studies are catching…
From Crop to Cup: Carmién Tea’s Commitment to Quality and Sustainability
Carmién Tea isn’t your average rooibos brand. We’re not just a seller, we’re the whole package: cultivator, processor, packager, and exporter. This means you get your rooibos directly from the source – our rooibos farms are based in South Africa’s unique Cederberg region, one of the few places on Earth where rooibos thrives. Here’s what…
Organic Quality Auditing at Carmién
Our team focuses on developing goodness experienced in the quality of our recipe development, flavour profiles, and combination of rooibos-based tea blends in our range. With that being said, our annual audits for organic production took place in March with astounding results. Our Quality Control manager, Ilze Bruwer, stated the following regarding our Organic Audits:…
Chai & Rooibos
Our rooibos teas are naturally functional due to the nourishing, enriching ingredient rooibos is on its own. Honouring tea rituals internationally, we found that an equally beneficial ingredient (or rather, ingredients) is chai! What about chai tea is so enriching? Here are five health benefits when incorporating chai spices into a tea: chai spices such…
Alleviating our CO2 footprint
Our carbon footprint is very important to us and we monitor it yearly as we strive to reduce it each year. We are committed to sustainable farming and preserving the plant for the next generation. Our CO2 impact has been alleviated by means of solar panels and the use of batteries to store excess electricity…
Women Upliftment at Mouton Foundation
The hands-on involvement from the Mouton Foundation allows for a nurturing environment for all. Specifically, female employees, beneficiaries, and bread-winners reap the benefits due to the supportive structures put in place through mobile clinics, educational seminars, and schooling for their children. The Mouton Foundation has facilitated the intern- and learnerships of 22 students that attended…
Happy Human Rights Day!
With the upcoming Human Rights day, we thought it best to share the caring work that we put back into our community through the Mouton Foundation. The Mouton Foundation is a philanthropic, active shareholder and upliftment arm within the Carmién Tea and Mouton Citrus operations. Many of the Mouton Foundation’s initiatives were put together in…
Rainforest Alliance & Rooibos
The Rainforest Alliance certificate carries a lot of weight in the Food & Beverage industry. It has become an international insignia of sustainability, due to the initiatives centered round the mascot – a rare, red-eyed tree frog which is native to a protected region within the Rainforest Alliance. The Rainforest Alliance (from hereon referred to…
Rooibos sterilisation machinery
As to ensure all cogs of a machine function well, we can attribute the success from our company not only to our employees, but to the actual machines we use for processing and sterlising! We offer full traceability of our products, right down to the day it was processed. The rooibos product undergoes the following…
What’s the ‘tea’ differences? Tisanes & Tea
The talk about tea is now hotter than the cuppa you’ve brewed itself. As a fast-moving essential product, tea-drinkers around the globe have countless ways about their tea rituals. Many of whom find rooibos a foreign concept with a common question which we hope to answer: what exactly is the difference between black, green, and…
Rooibos Flavour Profile
It’s the time of year where we undergo our favourite activity, which is rooibos harvesting. Now, a crucial synergy between temperature, the elements, and time play a role in the harvest’s yield. We look forward to see combination of hand-picked and machine-supported cutting, fermentation, and oxidization of rooibos. This to many, seems like repetitive chores…
News from the Farm: January 2024
Our News From The Farm this month is one that excites us to the core – our rooibos harvest is finally upon us! According to our farm personnel, our harvest this year is beautiful, yet the yield is slightly less, because of dry conditions and no rain from after the spot rain and floods in…