The Tea Meisters at the Ministry of Tea started out brewing magical potions for their own delight. After intensive research, countless tastings and experiments, and worldwide travel, an online company was established, driven by the noble quest to create a perfectly brewed cup of tea.
A comprehensive range of the best quality tea is available online from the Ministry of Tea, ranging from extra-ordinary Ayurvedic blends, Himalayan Tibetan Chai Tea, Bombay Masala Chai, English Breakfast Tea and South African Rooibos. There is a tea to suit every need.
According to a spokesperson at the Ministry of Tea, “After a book by Dr Theron called Allergies: an amazing discovery, was published in 1968, Rooibos became a highly sought after product. With numerous studies done on its medicinal advantages. Rooibos is a simple and delicious tea made from the needles of an incredible South African herb, to be enjoyed hot or cold, at any time of day or night. Many health and beauty products, from face creams to dietary supplements, use Rooibos extracts. The demand for rooibos has increased worldwide and continues to grow in Europe, Asia and the USA.”
Rooibos dates back three centuries, to when the indigenous Bushmen of the area, the Khoisan people, harvested leaves from the Aspalathus Linearis plant, to make herbal remedies for many ailments, while also falling in love with the aromatic taste. Early Cape-Dutch settlers started drinking rooibos tea, as it was a cheaper alternative to expensive black tea from the East.
The Cederberg Mountains in South Africa is the only place in the world where rooibos tea can be grown. Other countries and other areas in South Africa have tried to cultivate rooibos tea, but have failed dismally. Identified as a legume, Rooibos allows its community plants to thrive, thereby converting nitrogen in the air to a usable substance in the soil, invigorating and balancing the ecosystem.
The Ministry of Tea associates itself with the best possible teas from across the world and are proud to be associated with this unique tea, registered as a trademark. What sets rooibos apart, besides its fabulous taste, are the countless health benefits. The product is high in anti-oxidants, a great immune booster, counteracts ageing and has cancer-fighting abilities. Rooibos is 100% natural, containing no additives, preservatives or colorants. It is also naturally caffeine free and is considered as a low tannin beverage.
Rooibos tea may benefit heart health by lowering blood pressure. It is known to lower LDL cholesterol and raise HDL cholesterol in those at risk of heart disease.
Rich in protective plant compounds, including polyphenols, rooibos will assist with protection against the oxidative damage associated with diabetes. Rooibos contains large amounts of the antioxidant aspalathin, which balances blood sugar levels and reduces insulin resistance.
About Us
Ministry of Tea saw the light as an online business after the founders did many years of intensive research, and taking an extensive discovery journey to the most acknowledged tea plantations in the world. Premium teas are sourced from ethical suppliers and tea plantations worldwide, including South Africa; to create outstanding blends, that are available online, ready to be shipped. The goal to create the perfect cup of tea led to brewing many leaves and herbal infusions with the result being a passionate team creating extraordinary blends. Ministry of tea is always searching for new outlets, including distributors, stores or food service companies, to stock the ever-increasing range of high quality and innovative organic tea products. For more information, please contact https://ministryoftea.com.