South Africa and India combine when you choose the best Rooibos Masala Chai Tea. This is a blend of Masala spices with the Herbal Tea known as Rooibos. It includes Cinnamon, Cardamom, Ginger Root, Peppercorns and Nutmeg to create a well-balanced infusion from start to finish. I
ndulge in its sweet, wholesome and full-bodied flavours once you buy Rooibos Chai Loose Tea here.
Ingredients in Rooibos Masala Chai Tea
Each ingredient found in Rooibos Masala Chai Tea has its own unique story and background. The base component is Rooibos Tea (Aspalathus linearis), a plant that grows exclusively in South Africa’s Cederberg region of the Western Cape Province.
It belongs to the Fabaceae (Legume) family, boasting needle-like leaves that, when processed and then brewed, are a herbaceous delight to the senses.
Ginger Root (Zingiber officinale) is another worthy inclusion. It is, in fact, a relative of Cardamom Tea, and is cultivated in India, Africa and the Caribbean. As a standalone Herbal Tea, it has bold peppery characteristics with zingy, zesty overtones.
When it meets Rooibos Tea, Cinnamon, Peppercorns, Nutmeg and every other ingredient, you have a match made in heaven. But will it provide an energy boost?
How to Make Rooibos Chai Tea
- Put Loose Tea into a Filter or Infuser (both available here).
- Place the accessory in your cup.
- Pour freshly boiled water over it.
- Allow it to steep for 5-10 minutes.
How to Serve: Consider a slice of lemon or a dollop of honey. Alternatively, serve without additions.
Tasting Notes: Imparts a bold spiciness with herbaceous notes and a lingering aftertaste.
Calories and Nutrition
Those wishing to find an alternative to unhealthy beverages needn’t look further. It turns out that Rooibos Chai Tea calories are minimal. Furthermore, the Herbal Tea contains an abundance of vitamins, minerals and other antioxidants.
These nutrients combined can support your health and wellness in a vast multitude of ways. What, exactly, can they achieve with frequent consumption?
Rooibos Chai Tea Benefits
According to a 2011 study, Rooibos Tea can lower “bad” LDL cholesterol and boost “good” HDL cholesterol. Meanwhile, according to a 2017 study, Cinnamon promotes weight loss through thermogenesis.
Then there is a Ginger Root Tea study, conducted in 2021, demonstrating its ability to ease inflammation and reduce pain caused by menstrual cramps. What could be better than that?
Can I drink Rooibos Chai Tea while pregnant? It’s complicated. On the one hand, Ginger Tea Benefits have long been associated with alleviating nausea from morning sickness.
On the other hand, Cinnamon and Nutmeg have been deemed possibly unsafe to consume when expecting. As a result, The Kent and Sussex Tea and Coffee Company recommends avoiding it until after giving birth.