Tea & Infusions

Greek mountain tea

Greek mountain tea (τσάι του βουνού) is made from the dried flowering stems of Sideritis, which grows wild on Greek mountains. Simmer a small bunch for five minutes and add honey and lemon if you like.

Greek herbal teas

Chamomile (χαμομήλι), sage (φασκόμηλο), linden (τίλιο) and lemon verbena (λουίζα) are the herbal teas found in every Greek kitchen. Sweeten them with Greek honey.