Description
Ikaria organic wild mountain tea (Sideritis sipylea) variety is unique to Ikaria and are harvested by the locals from the village mountain.
Ikaria is ranked in the top five longevity areas of the world, according to the Blue Zones. The climate and the soil are ideal for growing aromatic plants and top quality olive trees, products that contribute to the longevity of its inhabitants.
Greek mountain tea has been part of the mediterranean diet for centuries. Greek mountain tea, "Sideritis scardic" (translated as 'he who is made of iron') also known as ironwort, mountain tea (or shepherd's tea) and has been enjoyed for 1,000 years for its pharmaceutical properties and biological activities that are beneficial to our human bodies.
Caffeine-free, rich in iron (protection against anemia), high levels of antioxidants, polyphenols, and essential oils, including flavonoids. Traditionally to fight common cold, cough, bronchitis, bronchial asthma in Greece
It is also one of the few herbs that have no contradictions nor side-effects due to over consumption, making it an excellent choice to enjoy safely be it cold or hot to warm or refreshing our body and shielding our health.
Read more about benefits of Greek Mountain Tea here.
How to enjoy our Organic Greek Mountain Tea
~ boil or steep 2-3g (appx 2 tablespoon) of leaves and flowers in a pot of water (appx 200ml) for 10-15 minutes. The longer you steep, the taste becomes more intense.
~ serve with honey for sweetening option.
A product of Akroria.