Origin: South Africa Leaf type: Rooibos Taste: Festive orange spiciness Drink: Without milk Brew:5-8 minutes according to taste When to drink: As a refreshing caffeine-free drink any time of day Whittards Gingerbread & Orange Rooibos Infusion is a deliciously spicy blend of this hugely popular alternative to tea. Warm & comforting, with an irresistibly Christmassy aroma, it is the perfect drink over the festive period. Low in tannin & caffeine-free, Rooibos is drunk for its alleged health benefits as well as its individual flavour. Literally meaning Redbush in Africaans, it grows only in the Cederberg mountain area of South Africa, on small shrubby bushes that produce its green, needle like leaves. When fermented, the leaves turn red, making a rich-coloured full-bodied tea. Pieces of citrus peel, pistachio & almond have been added to create an exciting blend that can be enjoyed hot or chilled.