| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Reddish-brown tea | LA Times Daily | 12 Jul 2026 |
| Red tea variety | Commuter | 15 Oct 2024 |
| Herbal tea type | USA Today | 07 Jan 2024 |
| Herbal red 22-Down | LA Times Daily | 04 Aug 2023 |
| South African plant used to make red bush tea | ||
| South African plant whose leaves are used for a popular herbal tea | New York Times | 07 Apr 2021 |
| Literally, "red bush" |