The term "red tea" typically refers to rooibos tea, but it can also refer to Chinese black tea, hibiscus tea, raspberry, honeybush, or rosehip tea. However, technically speaking, most of these beverages, except Chinese red tea, are not actually teas, since they do not come from the Camellia sinensis plant.

Honeybush tea is a herbal tea native to South Africa. It is made from the honeybush plant, which is a close relative of rooibos. The tea smells very sweet, even though it is naturally sugar-free. It is caffeine-free and can promote better sleep.

Rooibos, is a caffeine-free herbal tea that is native to South Africa. It has a sweet, slightly nutty flavour and a reddish-brown colour.