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News from the Farm: Harvest Updates
The tea season is in full swing, with teams working tirelessly to harvest this yearās rooibos crop. Early indicators suggest a high-quality yield, though overall quantities appear slightly lower than last season. This is an important factor for bulk buyers to consider when planning their purchases. Beyond the tea fields, the farms are a hive…
Rooibos and Stress Reduction: Tapping into the Wellness Trend
In a world where stress has become a pervasive part of daily life, consumers are increasingly seeking natural solutions to support their mental well-being. As part of the growing wellness trend, rooibos tea stands out as a powerful ingredient, with research-backed benefits for stress relief. For B2B partners in the food, beverage, and wellness industries,…
Rooibos: A Legacy of Research and Antioxidant Power
Rooibos tea, made from the Aspalathus linearis plant, has long been celebrated for its distinct flavour and naturally caffeine-free profile. Beyond its rich heritage and unique taste, scientific research over the years has unveiled its numerous potential health benefits, particularly due to its antioxidant properties. Why Research on Rooibos Matters The global interest in functional…
Start the new year with CarmiĆ©n Tea’s expansive range of rooibos teas for the whole family
When it comes to health and wellness, few beverages rival the natural goodness of rooibos tea. CarmiĆ©n Tea has taken this South African treasure to new heights, offering a diverse range of rooibos teas designed to cater to every member of the family. From the youngest to the oldest, CarmiĆ©nās tea ranges are crafted to…
Festive Greetings from our Founder
The festive season always provides the opportunity to pause and reflect. While this year has presented its fair share of challenges, it has also been a time of growth, resilience, and learning. Despite the obstacles, weāve come through stronger, achieving significant progress. To our incredible team, your passion and dedication continue to inspire. You are…
Unlock Wellness with Rooibos and Ginger
Rooibos and ginger make a powerful pairing, offering an array of health benefits and a flavourful, soothing experience in every cup. Rooibos, a beloved South African herbal tea, blends beautifully with ginger, a spicy root known for its immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties. Together, these ingredients create a tea blend thatās both comforting and invigorating. CarmiĆ©n…
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…
Ginger, the ultimate immune boosting ingredient
Having grown up on a farm and part of the CarmiĆ©n family, our first memory at the mention of Ginger is the honey, ginger and lemon rooibos tea mix we had to drink to relieve bouts of flu. A close second to that would be Ginger biscuits (which we disliked when we were small) and…
Our top-selling Rooibos teas
The growing trend towards healthy eating, more fresh produce, natural ingredients and functionality are proving increasingly important to consumers. More home cooking and more conscious food choices were a by-product of the pandemic, especially by younger consumers around the world. Ethically sourced and sustainably produced products are also showing faster growth than those not marketed…
Adaptogenic ingredients and their benefits
Our fastest-growing, disease-causing dilemma, is probably stress and anxiety and this is where adaptogens are playing an increasingly important role. It may cause you to take a more informed sip of your next cup of rooibos tea. Could it be even more beneficial than just a relaxing cuppa? What exactly are adaptogens? Simply said, adaptogens…
Ingredients that assist with the side effects of cancer treatments
Some of the most shattering words we can hear in life are probably āYou have cancerā. Cancer treatments like chemotherapy and radiation may save your life but they are also known to cause side effects that range from mild to severe symptoms of, amongst others, hair loss, nausea, vomiting, extreme fatigue, cataracts, diarrhea, memory and/or…