MARIAGE FRÈRES Rouge - Sahara rooibos tea

I was a bit skeptical about a rooibos with rose petals, but the balance is genuinely lovely. Steeping it about five minutes brings out the soft red tea base with just a hint of floral sweetness, and since it's theine-free I've been having a cup before bed without any trouble sleeping.

The rooibos base is so smooth it’s almost creamy, and that mint kick hits right after each sip—lovely contrast with the rose petals. I’ve been brewing it iced in the afternoons and it’s genuinely refreshing without any caffeine jitters.

The rose petals really come through in the scent, and the mint keeps it from feeling too heavy—it’s such a soothing combo for late evening. I’ve been brewing a pot every night since it arrived, and the fact that it’s caffeine-free makes it perfect before bed.