Rooibos and flavored rooibos: buy red tea online

I am Arnaud Sion

Founder of Comptoir de Toamasina — Hunter of the world's finest flavors

From Madagascar to Brazil, I travel the world in search of exceptional spices, vanillas, and flavors. For our South African rooibos selection, I apply the same high standards: a rigorous selection focused on rich and deep flavors, a generous color, and a long-lasting finish.

Absolute relaxation

A naturally caffeine-free infusion, promising a gourmet escape. Ideal for the evening and for the whole family.

Exotic flavors

Blending spices, vanilla, rare peppers, and Brazilian notes for a complete sensory experience.

Quality & price

A premium selection at a competitive price per kilo, guaranteeing excellence and freshness for everyone.

Relaxation and flavors with our selected rooibos: You will discover our rooibos chosen for their quality, combining spices, vanilla, and rare peppers. Let yourself be seduced by a unique bouquet of flavors from the very first tasting.

We wanted to offer you a complete sensory experience with rooibos featuring Brazilian notes. A true journey combining the smoothness of South African rooibos with the exceptional spices and peppers I bring back from my expeditions.

Le Comptoir de Toamasina offers a selection of pure and flavored rooibos at a competitive price per kilo, guaranteeing top quality for everyone. Our range is regularly enriched with new creations featuring diverse notes, inviting you to continuously explore the world of rooibos.

Rooibos Nature Super Grade Premium

TRA

The Rooibos Nature Super Grade Premium or red tea gives a pleasant drink in the mouth, without any caffeine, a round, slightly sweet taste and a note of red fruits. Light tea, without bitterness, very pleasant for an afternoon or evening. Power of the rooibos: 9/10 Main notes: red and round fruit To savor: The afternoon and to night You will buy here, in...

€9.87

Rooibos Sun of Brazil (Passion Fruit - Mango)

RSB80

Rooibos Soleil from Brazil: A very nice blend of supergrade red tea with flowers, natural flavors and pieces of fruit. It is a red tea that is both fruity and very delicious. An ideal tea for the evening that will immerse you in the Carioca universe. Rooibos power: 8/10 Main notes: Passion and mango with the sweetness of rooibos To savor: Afternoon and...

€7.00

Rooibos Brazilian Winter (Pineapple - Coconut)

RHBB120

Brazil with its wonderful cities, Salvador de Bahia, Rio de Janeiro, its beaches, its magnificent nature, its fruits, its flamboyant and its samba. Thanks to our Brazilian winter Rooibos delicately scented with pineapple and coconut. You will find all the atmosphere and the sweetness of the Brazilian winter in an infusion. Brazilian Winter Rooibos Rooibos...

€6.91

Carioca Silhouette Herbal Tea

TSCBR

Discover Carioca Herbal Tea , the very essence of the Brazilian spirit captured in an infusion. Each sip is a celebration of Rio de Janeiro, a city where the joy of living mixes with the passion for movement. Integrate Carioca Herbal Tea into your daily routine and accompany it with regular physical activity to awaken the slender and dynamic figure...

€7.91

A unique shrub in the world

Rooibos, also known by its scientific name Aspalathus linearis, stands out as a shrub belonging to the Fabaceae family, rather than a tree. It should be noted that rooibos is not tea. Rooibos can be green or red.

Native to South Africa, it grows mainly north of Cape Town. This reddish bush, reaching up to 2 meters in height, is famous for its fine needle-like leaves. They are highly prized for preparing a caffeine-free infusion naturally rich in antioxidants. It is an ideal drink for pregnant women and the whole family.

An exclusive terroir and habitat

What makes rooibos remarkable is its exclusive habitat characterized by a Mediterranean climate and acidic, sandy soil, with an ideal pH between 4.5 and 5.5. Its ability to thrive under these specific conditions makes it a truly exceptional plant, found nowhere else in the wild.

Once harvested, rooibos leaves undergo an oxidation process that gives them their distinctive reddish-brown hue and naturally sweet taste. Due to its unique properties and restricted geographic distribution, rooibos is considered a precious plant worldwide.

Rooibos production: from shrub to cup

Rooibos infusion, known for its absence of caffeine and delicate flavors, follows a meticulous and traditional manufacturing process. Here are the key steps in this transformation:

1. Harvesting and chopping

Branches are meticulously cut with a sickle and then finely chopped. This fine chopping prepares the plant for the oxidation stage.

2. Sun-driven oxidation

Rooibos is spread out in thin layers under the sun. Under the effect of heat and humidity, it develops its reddish hue and rich aromatic profile.

3. Sorting and selection

Careful sorting is performed to remove impurities and retain only the pieces meeting the strictest quality standards.

4. Pasteurization

Rapid high-temperature heating is carried out to guarantee complete food safety while preserving the aromas.

5. Stabilization and final drying

A final drying phase stabilizes residual moisture and seals all the beneficial properties of rooibos until tasting.

Our rooibos selection: Arnaud Sion's commitment

At Comptoir de Toamasina, Arnaud Sion selects the finest batches of rooibos with passion and expertise to offer you an exceptional taste experience.

Rich and deep flavors

Our selection criterion relies on aromatic richness and depth of flavor in every cup. Each batch of rooibos is selected for the purity of its needles and the intensity of its aromas, ensuring exceptional tasting pleasure.

Unique flavors from around the world

Our range reflects the diversity of terroirs. From creations with Brazilian notes to combinations of exotic spices, juicy fruits, and delicate flowers.

Innovation and creativity

Under Arnaud Sion's direction, we craft original blends pairing rooibos with Comptoir's finest treasures: our rare peppers and Bourbon vanilla pods.

An infusion for the whole family

Free from caffeine, our rooibos teas can be enjoyed from morning to night, hot in winter or iced in summer for a refreshing treat.

When to drink rooibos?

In the morning

A gentle wake-up with green rooibos (an unfermented version featuring vegetal and slightly woody notes).

In the afternoon

A delicious break with flavored rooibos (such as our passion fruit, mango, or pineapple-coconut blends).

In the evening

Perfect relaxation with pure red rooibos. The complete absence of caffeine promotes natural calming before bedtime.

For the whole family

A healthy, comforting drink suitable for both children and pregnant women at any time of day.

What recipes can you make with rooibos?

Rooibos offers endless versatility in cooking and mixology. Here are a few ideas to enhance its sweet notes:

Rooibos latte

Infuse rooibos, add warm frothy almond milk, and lightly sweeten with honey and a pinch of cinnamon.

Rooibos and orange panna cotta

Steep rooibos in warm milk and cream, add agar-agar, and serve with fresh orange coulis.

Homemade iced rooibos

Brew hot or cold, add peach slices, fresh thyme, raspberries, or mint, and serve over ice cubes.

Rooibos madeleines

Incorporate butter pre-infused with concentrated rooibos into your madeleine batter for an original scented touch.

Sautéed cherries with rooibos

Sauté fresh cherries in butter, deglaze with a concentrated rooibos infusion, and serve with sorbet.

Rooibos and berry smoothie

Blend a cold rooibos infusion with strawberries, raspberries, plain yogurt, and a drizzle of honey.

Rooibos and chocolate tiramisu

Soak ladyfingers in a strong warm rooibos infusion before layering with mascarpone cream and cocoa.

Rooibos and lime granita

Infuse rooibos with lime juice and zest, sweeten to taste, freeze, and scrape regularly with a fork.

Frequently asked questions about rooibos

What are the benefits of rooibos?

In accordance with health claim regulations, we do not attribute specific therapeutic virtues to rooibos. However, we can clarify that it is a 100% caffeine-free infusion. It is perfectly suitable for pregnant women and children, and can be enjoyed hot or iced. The red version offers a fruity and woody profile, while the green version displays more vegetal nuances.

Is rooibos a tea?

No, botanically it is not a tea (Camellia sinensis), but a shrub from the Fabaceae family, Aspalathus linearis, growing exclusively in South Africa.

Is rooibos suitable for pregnant women?

Yes, being completely caffeine-free, rooibos is an ideal infusion for pregnant women and the whole family.

What is the difference between red rooibos and green rooibos?

Red rooibos undergoes an oxidation step after harvest, giving it its characteristic color and smooth, fruity, woody notes. Green rooibos is unfermented: it retains a lighter color and more vegetal aromas.

How does Arnaud Sion select his rooibos?

Arnaud Sion focuses on tasting and aromatic intensity, ensuring he selects only rooibos with rich, deep flavors, a beautiful color, and an excellent finish on the palate.