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In this newsletter, we tell you more about a recent ceremony where we celebrated and honoured long-service employees at Rooibos Limited. As a company, we are grateful for every member of our team. Those who have been with us for years are recognised annually for their unparalleled service to our vision.
Other than that, we also share news about a new Rooibos infused craft beer with you. This brand is making waves in the craft beer industry, seeing as they focus on using local ingredients and South African flavours in all their beverages.
We also take a look at why Rooibos is good for your baby’s skin and how to use it as part of their skincare regime. Finally, you can also read more about how to incorporate Rooibos into your children’s diet, especially if they are picky eaters!
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Each year, the management team at Rooibos Limited awards their long-service employees with trophies out of appreciation for their dedicated service.
This year, Rooibos Ltd acknowledges 14 employees who have been with the company for at least five years.
“The idea behind the awards is to show our appreciation to our hard-working employees,” Gerda de Wet, Communication Manager at Rooibos Limited said.
Rooibos Limited has honoured staff who have completed 5, 10, 25, or 30 years of uninterrupted service at their headquarters in Clanwilliam.
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Amanda Theron, Company Secretary at Rooibos Limited, has been with the company since 1990 - an incredible 30 years.
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Employees who have been with Rooibos Limited for 25 years include Charmaine Arangie, Laboratory Assistant of the Quality Control Division; Herman Kotzé, Quality Controller of the Quality Control Division; Pieter Brandt, Operator of the Processing Division and Shafiek Boer, Team Leader of the Packaging Division.
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Mthuthuele Ndlebe and Zolisa Funani, Operators of the Green Rooibos Processing division have been with the company for 10 years.
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Andriëtte Muller, HR Manager; Danie Peens, Senior Maintenance Officer; Gerhard Kotze, Operator of the Processing Division; Jakob Louw, Maintenance Officer; Marcello Coetzee, Maintenance Officer; Petrus Jansen, Research Assistant of the Technical Division and William Swarts, Operator of the Processing Division, have been with the company for five years.
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Entrepreneur Apiwe Nxusani-Mawela is one of South Africa's first black female brewmasters who is brewing up a storm in the craft beer industry with her bold plan to create a South African style of beer.
Her brand is called Tolokazi craft beers and ciders. She is using a range of local ingredients like sorghum and South Africa hops to create these unique drinks. We were very pleased to learn that she is also using Rooibos in her products!
Many industry experts have said that she is changing the traditional approach to craft beer by incorporating a taste of Mzansi. A few have also said that they have never tasted Rooibos infused beer before and that it is set to be a success not just in the country, but also abroad.
Click here to read more.
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| Your little one’s delicate skin needs a lot of pampering when it comes to body care products. More sensitive, porous, dryer and more vulnerable to infections than adult skin, your baby’s skin needs body creams and washes that are safe and kind to their soft skin.
A true South African favourite, Rooibos as a skincare ingredient for your baby is filled with antioxidants and repairs your little one’s skin as it soothes. Conditions such as eczema, allergies and dryness benefit from rooibos’ vitamin D and zinc ingredients that promote healthy skin.
Click here to read more about the positive effects of Rooibos for baby skincare on Parenting Hub’s website.
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| A recent article in the Brakpan Herald hailed Rooibos as one of the best treats to give to your little ones if they are picky eaters.
Although every child has their own preferences when it comes to taste, the article argues that Rooibos is so versatile that most children enjoy it. Seeing as Summer is upon South Africa, they suggested that parents use some of Laager’s Tea4Kidz Rooibos Tea Bags to create delicious ice lollies! Not only are these perfect in hot weather conditions, but they are also healthy and beneficial for your children.
Click here to view the recipe.
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| Freshpak recently shared a fantastic recipe on the popular breakfast show, Expresso. The recipe is easy to follow and, of course, incorporates Rooibos tea as an ingredient. The tea is perfect for those looking to naturally boost their immune system, but also for those looking to soothe muscle pains after exercising.
Ingredients:
- 6 Freshpak Rooibos Tea Bags
- 1l water
- 1 cup ginger, finely chopped / peeled / grated
- 1 cup sugar
- ¾ cup water
- 1 green chilli, split in half
- 2 cups lemonade / sparkling water
- Ice blocks, sliced ginger and mint to garnish
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| Method:
- Place the Freshpak tea bags into a pot, along with the cold water. Gently heat until almost boiling, then turn off heat and allow to cool completely. Set aside.
- Place the fresh ginger, sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat, and stir to dissolve sugar. Cover, and simmer for roughly 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from the heat, and in your chilli, and allow to stand / steep for a further 2 hours minimum. Strain and store in a clean, airtight vessel until use.
- To assemble, fill a glass with ice blocks, and fill halfway with cold Freshpak Rooibos Tea. Top up with lemonade or sparkling water, and then drizzle in your ginger syrup until desired strength is achieved. Garnish with sliced ginger and fresh mint.
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Click here to view the full recipe.
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