Loose rooibos tea leaves in a detailed reddish-brown close-up.
100% Organic
🌿USDA Organic
🤝Fairtrade
🏆Rooibos Council Certified
Single herb — needle-cut whole leaf

Cederberg Rooibos

Grown exclusively in the rugged Cederberg Mountains of South Africa — the only place on Earth where real rooibos grows — this is an ingredient with true terroir. Naturally sweet with notes of vanilla and honey.

Origin

Cederberg Mountains, Western Cape, South Africa

Botanical Name

Aspalathus linearis

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Key Benefits

Why Cederberg Rooibos?

  • Completely caffeine-free — safe at any time of day or night
  • Naturally sweet without sugar or sweeteners
  • Extremely high in antioxidants (aspalathin and quercetin)
  • Low in tannins — won't taste bitter, never over-steeps
  • Rich in minerals: iron, calcium, magnesium, zinc

What makes it special

  • 1
    Only ingredient on Earth grown exclusively in the Cederberg Mountains — genuine terroir
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    Kid-friendly, pregnancy-safe, and suitable for all ages
  • 3
    Nearly impossible to over-steep — great for forgetful brewers
  • 4
    Naturally sweet flavour means most drinkers don't need sugar or milk
Brewing Guide

The perfect cup

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Amount

1–2 tsp per 240ml

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Water Temperature

100°C / 212°F

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Steep Time

5–10 minutes (can steep longer without bitterness)

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Brewing Notes

Excellent as a 'red latte' with steamed oat milk. Cold brew for 12 hours produces a naturally sweet iced tea.

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Measure

Add 1–2 tsp per 240ml of loose herb to your infuser or teapot.

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Heat water

Heat water to 100°C / 212°F. Do not boil unless specified.

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Steep & enjoy

Steep for 5–10 minutes (can steep longer without bitterness). Excellent as a 'red latte' with steamed oat milk. Cold brew for 12 hours produces a naturally sweet iced tea.

Certifications

Verified quality you can trust

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USDA OrganicCertified
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FairtradeCertified
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Rooibos Council CertifiedCertified

All certifications are verified annually. Documentation available on request.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions

Yes — every herb and botanical we sell carries full organic certification. We source exclusively from farms certified to USDA Organic, EU Organic, or equivalent national standards. Certification documents are available on request.

Our minimum order is 250g per product. This gives you roughly 80–100 cups of tea depending on how strong you brew, and represents the sweet spot where bulk pricing really kicks in.

Store in the resealable kraft bag in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Avoid humid environments like above the kettle. Properly stored, most herbs will stay fresh for 12–24 months.

We prioritise direct relationships with farmers and co-operatives. Some of our products carry formal Fair Trade certification (noted on the product page). All suppliers are vetted for fair wages and ethical working conditions.

Due to the perishable nature of food products, we can't accept returns. However, if your order arrives damaged or isn't what you expected, contact us at hello@steeply.co and we'll make it right.

Yes — we offer volume pricing for cafés, wellness studios, health food stores and other businesses. Email hello@steeply.co with your requirements and we'll send you a custom quote.

About Cederberg Rooibos

Yes — rooibos is caffeine-free and low in tannins, making it one of the safest herbal teas during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It is widely recommended by midwives.

Absolutely. Rooibos works beautifully as a braising liquid, poaching medium, or in cakes and muffins. It's a staple ingredient in modern South African cuisine.

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Shipping & Packaging

From our hands to yours

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Eco-Friendly Kraft Packaging

All herbs are shipped in resealable, food-grade kraft paper bags — compostable, plastic-free, and designed to keep your botanicals fresh. Each bag is labeled with the product name, weight, botanical name, origin, and best-before date.

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Processing Time

Orders are packed to order within 1–3 business days. We never keep pre-packed stock — your herbs are weighed and sealed fresh when you order.

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Delivery

Standard shipping: 3–7 business days. Express shipping available at checkout. Free standard shipping on orders over 50 €.

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Freshness Guarantee

All our herbs carry a minimum 12-month best-before date from dispatch. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Once opened, reseal the bag and use within 6–12 months.

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