{"product_id":"apple-cider-rooibos","title":"Apple Cider Rooibos","description":"\u003cp\u003eApple Cider Rooibos is the cozy cup — South African Red Bush Tea meets orchard warmth, with cinnamon, orange peel, and natural spices that taste like autumn in a mug. Caffeine-free, naturally sweet, and endlessly sippable at any time of day. The cup that makes staying in feel like the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Carry This\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRooibos — pronounced \"ROY-boss\" — is a South African herbal tea made from the Aspalathus linearis plant, grown exclusively in the Cederberg region of South Africa. Naturally caffeine-free, very low in tannins, and rich in antioxidants including aspalathin — a compound found only in rooibos. We built this blend around the naturally sweet, slightly nutty character of the rooibos base: apple for orchard sweetness, cinnamon for warmth, orange peel for brightness. Together they produce a cup that tastes like warm apple cider — without any added sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSweet apple\u003c\/strong\u003e — orchard-fresh and naturally sweet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarm cinnamon\u003c\/strong\u003e — comforting and present without being sharp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrange peel brightness\u003c\/strong\u003e — a citrus lift that keeps the cup lively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth rooibos body\u003c\/strong\u003e — naturally sweet and full\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarm, spiced finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — cinnamon and apple linger pleasantly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSouth African rooibos, apple, cinnamon, orange peel, natural spices. Caffeine-free. No artificial flavoring. No added sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYield:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~50–100 cups per 12oz. Tea is more concentrated — a little goes a long way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHot (Recommended)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 1 teaspoon of loose leaf per 8oz of water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat water to 212°F (full boil — rooibos can handle it)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep 5–7 minutes for full flavor and color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrain and serve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo sugar needed — the apple and rooibos are naturally sweet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIced Apple Cider Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrew double-strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour over ice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a squeeze of lemon for extra brightness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold Brew\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 2 teaspoons per 8oz of cold water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep in the fridge for 8–12 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrain and serve over ice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCozy evenings\u003c\/strong\u003e — caffeine-free and comforting, perfect before bed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAfter-dinner sipping\u003c\/strong\u003e — apple and cinnamon are natural digestive aids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn and winter\u003c\/strong\u003e — warm spice character is particularly satisfying in cold weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll-day caffeine-free sipping\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth enough to drink morning through night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs rooibos caffeine-free?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — rooibos is naturally caffeine-free. Apple Cider Rooibos is completely caffeine-free, suitable for any time of day including evenings and before bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to add sugar?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo — the apple and rooibos are naturally sweet. Most people find it doesn't need any added sugar at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it good iced?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — brew double-strength and pour over ice. The apple and cinnamon are refreshing cold as well as warm. Add a squeeze of lemon to brighten it further.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes rooibos different from regular tea?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRooibos comes from a different plant entirely — not Camellia sinensis like black, green, or white tea. It's naturally caffeine-free, very low in tannins, and has a smooth, slightly sweet character that makes it easy on the stomach and suitable for any time of day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/teas\"\u003eExplore our full tea lineup\u003c\/a\u003e — or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all\"\u003ebrowse everything we carry\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- cross-link-section --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:24px;padding-top:16px;border-top:1px solid #e1e3e5;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;color:#6d7175;margin:0 0 8px 0;\"\u003eIf you love Apple Cider Rooibos, try...\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul style=\"list-style:none;padding:0;margin:0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/milestonebrewedcoffee.com\/products\/single-origin-favorites-sample-pack\" style=\"color:#008060;text-decoration:none;font-weight:500;\"\u003eSingle Origin Favorites Sample Pack\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Milestone Brewed Coffee","offers":[{"title":"Loose leaf \/ 3oz","offer_id":44080877797412,"sku":"TROO-TEA-3OZ","price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0778\/4946\/0772\/files\/kraft_blank_final_latest_2a7636c9-a278-463b-885b-eeed07d1fa4e.jpg?v=1773499838","url":"https:\/\/milestonebrewedcoffee.com\/products\/apple-cider-rooibos","provider":"Milestone Brewed Coffee","version":"1.0","type":"link"}