Two in a Bush Sparkling Rooibos Fuel Review: Natural Hydration to Fuel Your Workouts
Nothing comes close to perfect quite like a glass of iced tea on a sweltering hot South African summer’s day. Iced tea is my drink of choice, but many of the options on the market are packed with sugar and taste nothing like ‘real’ iced tea. From cordials to pre-mixed canned varieties, it’s slim pickings if you’re in the market for an authentic iced tea.
So, when Two in a Bush Rooibos Cordials hit the scene a few years ago I was instantly besotted. The locally-made cordial is so beloved in our household it’s an immediate code red when our stash runs out.
As if the original cordial wasn’t innovative enough, Two in a Bush has now added a ready-to-drink range to its product line-up with Two in a Bush Sparkling Rooibos Fuel. Two in a Bush says the lightly sparkling, pure rooibos hydration drink has been crafted for summery weather and daily activity (big or small).
January in South Africa brings new routines, early-morning activity, sunshine, and the steady return to life’s rhythm. It’s a time when fluid replacement matters most, when better-for-you alternatives to sugary or caffeinated drinks are in high demand. Sparkling Rooibos Fuel steps into this moment with a refreshing answer to give you natural support.
The new drink is the ideal clean, functional hydration partner for active living. It’s brewed with organic rooibos and lightly brightened with fruit juice concentrate. The drink delivers naturally flavoured hydration with a crisp, refreshing finish. Every can is crafted for lightness, clarity, and performance support, without the artificial additives commonly found in energy or sports drinks.
Two in a Bush Sparkling Rooibos Fuel is available in Raspberry (30 kcal), Citrus (48 kcal), and Peach (37 kcal), offering a low-calorie, flavour-forward alternative for anyone looking for a better everyday drink choice.
Caffeine-free with no added sugar and no artificial flavours, preservatives, or colourants, Two in a Bush Sparkling Rooibos Fuel is gentle on the gut and naturally hydrating. Using the power of rooibos tea as a base, the drink is deal for athletes, walkers, runners, gym-goers, and anyone sensitive to caffeine.
A sports drink with no nasties
If you’re in search of something natural to fuel your workouts or boost post-workout hydration then an iced cold rooibos iced tea may be just what you’re after. Emerging research suggests rooibos may help reduce physical fatigue in repeated exercise efforts, supporting improved performance and recovery. Its antioxidant profile also contributes to reduced oxidative stress, which is especially important during heat exposure or exertion.
Still Not Quite Convinced? Here’s The Science. Growing evidence from controlled trials and recent scientific reviews (Kamati et al., 2025; Davies et al., 2019) indicates that rooibos’ polyphenols may help reduce oxidative stress and physical fatigue during repeated exercise bouts.
These effects are linked to naturally high antioxidant capacity of rooibos, which supports the body’s ability to manage exertion, maintain performance, and recover more effectively under heat and physical load. While research is still evolving, the antioxidant profile of rooibos makes it a promising candidate for fluid replacement and recovery support under heat and exertion.
For those who want flavour without sugar spikes or caffeine crashes, rooibos is an ideal hydration base. Sparkling Rooibos Fuel brings these natural benefits into a ready-to-drink can. Whether you’re easing back into motion or pushing for new goals, this light, rooibos-based hydrating option helps you maximise your effort, naturally.
Flavours you’ll love
Each flavour brings its own summery, refreshing character. The Raspberry offers bright, juicy, berry-forward energy while the Peach is mellow and rounded, with golden-hour warmth.
My favourite is the Citrus; it’s zesty and uplifting and packs a subtle sour zing. The flavours are subtle and there’s no overwhelming sweetness or aftertaste to speak of. It’s an absolute dream served iced cold or over ice in a tall glass.
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