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Greek mountain tea · fragrant Sideritis infusion

A gentle golden infusion made from dried Greek mountain tea. Warm, lightly herbal, and lovely plain or with a little honey and lemon.

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Pale golden herbal tea in a clear mug with dried flowering Sideritis stems and an optional lemon slice nearby — AI-generated serving inspiration for a sample recipe.

PREP2 min

COOK3 min

REST7 min

TOTAL12 min

SERVES2

A NOTE FROM THE KITCHEN

Look for food-grade Sideritis.

Buy dried Greek mountain tea from a food or tea supplier, labeled Sideritis, rather than using unidentified wild plants. The dried flowers, leaves, and tender stems are brewed together.

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Greek mountain tea · fragrant Sideritis infusion

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Prepare the herb.Break long stems into pieces that fit comfortably inside a teapot or heatproof brewing jug. Add the measured dried mountain tea.
Heat the water.Bring water to a boil, then leave it off the heat for about 30 seconds so it is just below boiling, around 200°F / 95°C.
Cover and steep.Pour over the herb, cover, and steep for 5–7 minutes, or according to the package. Strain through a fine tea strainer into cups.
Serve simply.Enjoy plain, or stir in a little honey and add a lemon slice. Allow the tea to cool to a comfortable drinking temperature.

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BEHIND THE DISH · Greek herbal-infusion traditions

Greek mountain tea · fragrant Sideritis infusionBeyond the plate.

Dried flowering stems release a gentle golden cup with a soft herbal fragrance.

ORIGINS & EVOLUTION

Sideritis in the teapot.

Greek mountain tea is made from plants of the Sideritis group. Dried flowers, leaves, and tender stems are used together, rather than the processed leaves of the tea plant used for black or green tea.

CULTURAL CONTEXT

A familiar hot or cold infusion.

Mountain tea is a recognizable part of Greek herbal-drink traditions. It can be served warm in cooler weather or chilled, with honey and lemon left to personal preference.

AT THE TABLE

Brew for flavor.

Our method uses a measured amount of food-grade dried tea, hot water, and a covered steep. The packet’s guidance takes precedence if its cut or blend differs. Taste after five minutes and steep a little longer if you prefer a fuller flavor.

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