Formal honeybush tea industry reaches 20-year milestone – progress of product research targeting phenolic composition, quality and bioactivity

The formal honeybush tea industry has reached a 20-year milestone on 24 February 2019, giving an opportunity to reflect on the research targeting phenolic composition, quality and bioactivity, since a previous review published in 2008. This research underpins ongoing endeavours to unlock the potential of this indigenous agricultural commodity. The current review illustrates that the bulk of the research followed a clear ‘vision’ to enhance...