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The Amazing Simple Facts Every Tea Lover Needs to Know About Rooibos Red Tea
Rooibos (pronounced 'roy-bos tea' -- Afrikaans for 'red bush tea') Red Tea comes from South Africa. Long known as the land of long white sandy beaches, lots of wild animals, picturesque landscapes, breathtaking vistas and awe inspiring mountain ranges. By name it is often confused with Chinese 'Red Tea, whose name is derived from the reddish colour of its processed leaves. Rooibos Red Tea is however actually not classed as a real 'tea', as it does not come from the tea plant 'Camellia sinensis', but is in fact a bush 'Aspalathus linearis'
Where does Rooibos come from: Originally only grown wild in the Cederberg Mountains in the semi-desert Western Cape of South Africa, Rooibos (or Africa Red Tea) -- is naturally green but gets its deep red colour and rich flavour from fermentation similar to that of green tea processed to make black tea. Green Rooibos still retains much of its 'grassy' green colour and natural taste. Today although still grown in the same region of the Cape it is cultivated on large tea plantations. Attempts at growing it in other countries or regions have thus far all failed as the Rooibos bush seems to only thrive in the dry and often harsh semi-desert conditions of the Cederberg Mountains. The South African Tea Council has also applied for protection of the Rooibos name, much like champagne can't be called real champagne unless from the Champagne region of France, as also for Cognac, mustard etc.
History of Rooibos from South Africa: Unlike Green Tea from China, Rooibos has a relatively new history dating back only a few hundred years and in fact in Europe just over a century. In 1772 botanist Carl Thunberg was the first Westerner to officially discover the Rooibos bush growing wild, although the indigenous Khoisan who roamed the Kalahari planes were well aware of the remarkable health benefits as they had been brewing it for centuries. The early Huguenot settlers to the Cape from Europe (Belgium, Holland and France) adopted Rooibos instead of expensive black tea from Europe. As did the early English settlers, who used the Cape as 'half-way' mark between Europe and the Far East. Russian immigrant Benjamin Ginsberg, first recognised the potential to commercialise the tea in 1904, when he became the first to trade it from the Bushmen and also started its cultivation in special 'Rooibos farms'. Recently Rooibos has even become popular on TV shows like 'The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency' novels screened by the BBC - with the protagonist a stereotypical South African detective who only drinks Rooibos tea all day long.
Rooibos red tea health benefits: African red tea is full of natural powerful antioxidants such as such as aspalathin and nothofagin, plus key minerals. Rooibos also contains a number of phenolic compounds, including flavanols, flavones, flavanones, as well as dihydrochalcones. This African red tea is purported to assist with nervous tension, allergies and digestive problems. Traditional medicinal uses of Rooibos in South Africa include alleviating infantile colic, allergies, asthma and dermatological problems, and even used for treating acne. A recent study performed by Japanese scientists into red tea benefits even suggests that Rooibos tea is beneficial in the treatment of acne. This is due to levels of alpha hydroxy acid, zinc and superoxide dismutase present in the herb. It must be noted that research is not as extensive as for green tea, this is mainly due to the fact that this tea has only become popular outside of South Africa since the early 1990's, but all new research seems to be confirming what many South Africa's have known for centuries -- Rooibos is good for you! Unlike green tea it has absolutely no caffeine and is very low in tannins, so all round a very healthy beverage -- so much so that it is often bottle fed to babies, which explains why many South Africans are so addicted to it!
How to make red bush tea: Before you run off and buy your Rooibos tea or run off to the kitchen to make another cup of this African red tea if you already have some, maybe it is good to remember how best to make it. You don't want to waste a good speciality tea by making it badly! And also consider that all Rooibos teas are not created equal, so choose wisely and drink slowly. From loose leaf tea, to organic tea, to rare long cut, and single estate, Rooibos has arrived as a premium herbal tea in the world. Life is way too special to rush through a wonderful cup of tea! In South Africa it is common to drink Rooibos tea with milk, prepared similar to black tea in England, but to fully appreciate the tea it is best drunk black. The tea has a unique taste experience: an inviting vanilla aroma, woody flavours and a sweet, mild, fruity taste. If that's not enough to make you thirsty, then I don't know!
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What color should I paint my hall that ajoins my deep red kitchen?
I just painted my kitchen a deep red color (Raspberry Truffle from Benjamin Moore). My floor tile is a stone with light and dark brown and some cream and grey mixed in. I started to paint the ajoining hall and entry a taupe color and it looks awful. I think the red is making it have an orange tint to it and making it look like a flesh color. I am thinking of painting it a mustard yellow color but am afraid it will look orange because of the red. Any suggestions?
all very dark colors. it would depend on what the rest of the house has, and what colors the other rooms are that are attached to that hall.
i would keep it in the food family. sounds like your baking a pie, so i would keep pie colors. i would use that same red, and add some yellow to that. it will make it orange, but with the same flavor as the kitchen...
or - maybe this. maybe you can paint the halls rasberry, same as the kitchen. and place a dark orange over that, but sponge it on. it would add texture and two colors are once. the dark orange would compliment the floors. and as for trim, i would make that a crust color.
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Good Red Wine Picks
There are times when we need a good red wine. Whether it is for a dinner or for quiet evening at home. Red wines are awesome! However, not all red wines are made equal. Some can be just horrible and have earned the epitome by some as "cheap red wine" or wines that should not be drunk. But, there are some good red wines out there that are cheaply priced but are great. I consider those to be rare gems that I truly enjoy discovering. I am going to share some these gems today.
Falesco Vitiano Rosso 2008
This is a delightful young Italian red wine. The aromas in this wine are luscious and explodes on the tongue. This deep red wine has aromas of ripe black cherries, licorice, and tobacco leaf. This wine goes well with various dishes, meat and pasta especially. This red wine was rated 89 points by The Wine Advocate. This is definitely a good red wine that is great for any mood and setting and it is under $20.
Bouchard Aine & Fils Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2007
This is a delicious well balanced french red wine. This red wine has aromas of cherry, kirsch with notes of lime and mint. But then also a delicate woodsy aroma moves to balance out the fruitiness. You cannot help but feeling that there is good harmony to the overall taste. It is truly good red wine at its best. This wine goes well with poultry, grilled and roasted red meats and some cheeses. This wine is a little over $20.
Tilia Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
This lovely Argentinian wine is plum in color with tones of red. This red wine has the aromas of sweet red cherries, sweet spices and a pinch of tobacco. It feels both fruit layered and dark on the tongue. It is delightful bouquet of sweet fruitiness mixed with the darkness of coffee beans. Another good red wine that is not to be missed! This wine goes well with most meats and cheeses. Tilia Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 has been rated 91 points by Wine & Spirits. It is also a virtual steal at under $18 too.
Dona Paula Estate Malbec 2009
This is another great Argentinian red wine. Dark purple is its color. Aromas of black cherries, plums, licorice and dried herbs waft up to you from your glass. It feels absolutely deliciously smooth yet supple in the mouth. If you are looking for a great Malbec wine at a low price then this is it. This red wine is great with roasted lamb, poultry, red meat. This wine has a rating of 90 points from Wine Spectator. At a little over $20, good red wine doesn't get any better.
I hope my wine gems help to save some time and money. Who says all good red wine has to be expensive anyway?
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