Steep time
5–10 min
Recommended
Steeps
1
Recommended
Water temp
100°C
Recommended
Leaf ratio
—
Oxidation
—
Caffeine
None
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Best pick • solid herbal choice from Unknown origin
Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
The national herbal drink of Greece, colloquially known as Greek mountain tea: peppery and herbaceous, this is an outstanding caffeine-free infusion to taste and behold. Long used in traditional herbal medicine, these are full-flavored flowers that yield multiple golden cups. The plant, Sideritis scardica, is part of the larger mint family and is native to the mountainous region. Country: GreeceTasting Notes: thyme, pepper, fragrant