It probably goes without saying that we are 100% convinced of the benefits of rooibos and the many ways this crazy ingredient – which is the soul of all BOS products – adds value to our daily lives. It’s not just about the health benefits (although those also play a big role); it’s about culture, creativity, festivity, feeling free and all those other cool things that make life worth celebrating.
Here are 15 reasons why BOS is the ultimate in life, death ,…
1. BOS Rooibos tea doesn’t give you the jitters
Any tea lover will tell you, you can never drink too many cups a day. Until one day you completely overdo it and end up with the kind of caffeine overdose that makes you want to lie in a dark room until the tremors wear off.
Rooibos is naturally caffeine-free, which means all BOS teas – even our delicious flavored hot teas (have you ever tried chai ?) – are also stir-free. It doesn’t matter how many deadlines to fill overnight.
PS. The benefits of rooibos also include its low tannin content, organic wholeness, nutrient richness, and natural sweetness and fruitiness.
For more reasons to prefer rooibos over black or even green tea, read “9 Reasons Why Rooibos Iced Tea Is Better Than Black Iced Tea” .
2. Even Jozi traffic jams can be fun
You can find BOS wherever good, fun and creative things are happening, whether at festivals, arts and culture events, free sporting events, and even in the middle of a good old traffic jam to get to the festival of Joey!
SIDE NOTE: We also do some cool research for you…check out our list of the top 10 festivals in South Africa .
3. We’re not talking about Benjamin Button, but almost…
A scientific study conducted by researchers from Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University revealed that “rooibos protects preadipocytes – the predominant cells present in adipose tissue – from degeneration and could therefore reverse the onset of age-related diseases and even remove wrinkles”.
One of the study’s researchers, Dr Trevor Koekemoer, said: “This discovery opens doors to ways in which rooibos could prevent or at least delay the adverse effects of aging and has profound implications for the industry. Our discoveries could stimulate new therapeutic approaches to improve the general health of the elderly and potentially lead to a breakthrough in the field of regenerative medicines.
4. You can tell your friends that you are drinking an ancient health remedy
Known to the indigenous Khoi and San people of South Africa for many centuries, nutrient-rich, antioxidant-rich rooibos tea has been used as a traditional health remedy for hundreds of years. In recent times, the myriad health benefits of this organic herbal drink have been backed by scientific research .
DID YOU KNOW? The proudly South African rooibos is such a superior drink (although not technically a “real” tea ) that it even has its own national holiday in South Africa.
5. Give your cocktails the X factor
BOS rooibos tea goes well with just about anything. It is an excellent companion to fresh fruit and savory dishes, in particular. It is also a delicious ingredient in desserts, smoothies and slush. But perhaps the best news is that BOS Iced Teas make wonderful cocktail mixers.
Discover our BOS rooibos cocktail recipes .
6. Fights Zoom Call Fatigue
Those endless online meetings really don’t help brain fog, huh? BOS rooibos tea is back. Red and green rooibos tea offer health benefits that not only energize the body, but also soothe and sharpen the mind.
For example, rooibos tea is rich in minerals and vitamins that aid in detoxification, which can boost energy levels. This wonder drink also has neuroprotective properties, which can help boost brain function.
BONUS BENEFITS OF ROOIBOS : Rooibos has also been shown to reduce levels of cortisol , our body’s stress hormone, which can promote relaxation.
7. Freshen up your jeans
When we recently caught up with inspirational Zimbabwe-born artist, Blessing Phiri, we were so struck by her talent and denim artistry that we asked her to be one of our “Makers”. Blessing honed her skills with the support of Intle Art and now puts her talent to good use brightening up jeans and denim jackets with her colorful artistic creations.
In March 2022, BOS sponsored five followers to have their jeans painted by Blessing and help spread awareness of this art and business. Check out the pair of Blessing jeans painted for Brent Lindeque, the Good Things Guy, here .
8. You are an eco-warrior by association
At BOS, we’re always on the lookout for good causes to support, and what’s more important than doing our part to help save our planet? BOS has supported the environmental organization Greenpop in its reforestation work since 2010. To date, Greenpop has planted over 30,000 trees . Our goal is to help Greenpop reach its goal of planting 50,000 trees by 2025.
Learn more about the ways BOS gives back here.
9. Summer is fire
What could be nicer than opening an ice cold can of BOS Iced Tea by the sea on a hot summer day? Before or after a surf session, before or after swimming… BOS Ice Tea or BOS Fruity Icys and the beach go hand in hand in rooibos paradise.
10. Experience the Proudly South African Feeling
As a type of fynbos that occurs naturally in the Cape Floral Region, rooibos superfood is derived from Aspalathus linearis, a leguminous shrub native to the Western Cape Province of South Africa. That’s right, the plant that produces rooibos tea is found only in the rugged mountain region of the Cederberg in South Africa, and nowhere else on Earth.
Located near the town of Clanwilliam, about 300 km north of Cape Town, the spectacular Cederberg mountain range was named after the Clanwilliam cedar, an endangered tree endemic to the region. Rooibos tea is by far the best known export from the Cederberg , the region also home to the highest wine estate in South Africa!
11. BOS Rooibos benefits communities
À la ferme Klipopmekaar dans le Cederberg (c’est là que nous cultivons notre thé rooibos BOS 100 % biologique), nous nous engageons à n’utiliser que des pratiques agricoles durables, ainsi qu’à élever notre communauté partout où nous le pouvons.
Nous nous soucions profondément non seulement de notre terre, mais aussi de notre environnement dans son ensemble. C’est pourquoi nous n’utilisons que des matériaux recyclables pour nos emballages de produits BOS et nos sachets de thé chaud, et nous nous associons à des organisations inspirantes telles que Greenpop pour soutenir leurs efforts de développement durable.
De plus, BOS Hot Rooibos Tea a récemment reçu le sceau Rainforest Alliance, ce qui donne aux consommateurs la possibilité d’identifier et de sélectionner des produits qui contribuent à un avenir meilleur pour notre planète et ses habitants.
12. Libère vos papilles
Pouvons-nous obtenir un high five pour nos combos de saveurs uniques? 😉
Nos offres de saveurs BOS varient selon les régions, mais où que vous soyez dans le monde, vous avez l’embarras du choix : nos saveurs de thé chaud, y compris notre thé rooibos classique non aromatisé, ainsi que notre gamme de thés chauds aromatisés (pensez à la fraise et à la vanille, Orange & Gingembre, et Chai, pour n’en nommer que quelques-uns). Nos saveurs de thé glacé BOS comprennent citron, pêche, et la pastèque/menthe. Miam.
Vous avez une idée pour un nouveau combo de saveurs? Faites le nous savoir.
13. Lève le majeur à la gueule de bois
Nous savons tous que la chose sensée à faire après une grosse soirée est de s’hydrater, s’hydrater, s’hydrater, n’est-ce pas ? Mais parfois, l’H2O seul ne suffit pas.
Si vous voulez connaître la science derrière tout ca… L’alcool inhibe la création de vasopressine, une hormone antidiurétique qui fait que les reins envoient de l’eau à toutes les parties du corps. Plus vous buvez d’alcool, plus votre corps expulse d’eau, ce qui vous déshydrate et vous fait vous sentir moins bien.
La solution BOS ? Le rooibos est sans sucre, sans caféine et regorge d’antioxydants, de vitamines et de minéraux, ce qui en fait une excellente boisson hydratante. Cela vous aidera à rétablir l’équilibre de votre corps et à bien vous hydrater pour rebondir après ces soirées épiques.
MÊME REUBEN RIFFEL LE DIT: Le chef superstar Reuben Riffel ajoute du rooibos à sa cure contre la gueule de bois: 1 tasse de thé rooibos réfrigéré, ½ tasse de soda au gingembre, 1 oz de sirop de citronnelle et complétez avec de l’eau gazeuse et une pincée d’angostura amer.
14. Le rooibos profite aussi aux bébés et aux enfants
Le Rooibos peut être apprécié en toute sécurité à tout âge, y compris les bébés âgés d’environ 17 semaines et plus (en quantités modérées et non sucrées, bien sûr).
C’est vrai, à partir du moment où les solides sont introduits dans l’alimentation d’un bébé (à partir d’environ quatre mois), ils peuvent commencer à puiser dans les bienfaits incroyables du thé rooibos naturel, biologique et sans caféine.
En bonus, vous pouvez également utiliser du thé rooibos pour aider à apaiser les irritations cutanées de bébé !
Vous voulez plus d’informations ? Lisez notre blog “Puis-je donner du thé Rooibos à mon bébé?”
15. On prend soin de vous, 24h/24 et 7j/7
Que vous soyez du matin, un couche-tard ou simplement un buveur de thé en série, il existe un produit de thé rooibos BOS pour ajouter du bien-être à chaque moment de votre journée. Réveillez-vous avec un BOSpresso latte ou un cappuccino, ajoutez un BOS Rooibos Shot à votre routine de petit-déjeuner ou dégustez un BOS Fruit Icy comme une gâterie sucrée après le déjeuner.
Vous ne pouvez pas dormir ? Découvrez quel thé BOS peut vous aider.
Acheter du thé BOS en ligne
Not sure where to find BOS tea? No matter where you are, you can buy BOS rooibos tea online and have it delivered right to your doorstep. For more information or to buy now, visit www.bosbrands.com .
