Mountain Tea (Mount Olympus)
Mountain Tea (Mount Olympus)
Supports respiratory health, digestive comfort, antioxidant protection, and brain function*
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From the peaks of Mt. Olympus, among the highest polyphenol content of any herbal tea on earth. Physician-studied, organic & caffeine-free.
Servings: 1.1 oz / 20 cups (double steep for up to 40 cups)
Type: Sideritis Scardica (also called tsai tou vounou, ironwort, and shepherd's tea)
Region: Mount Olympus
Ingredients: Organic and wildcrafted mountain tea
Taste: Earthy, floral, smooth, refreshing
Pairs with: honey, lemon, cinnamon stick
Ratio: 1 tsp per cup
Nutrients: bioflavonoids, antioxidants, triterpene acids, iron, polyphenols, and phytonutrients such as apigenin, quercetin, kaempferol, and caffeic and chlorogenic acids.
- Phenol content: 176 mg per serving (while 1 Tbsp EVOO contains only ~20 mg)
- Bioflavonoid content: 65.1 mg per serving (two times the bioflavonoid content of chamomile tea)
- Health Benefits
- Health Benefits
Greek Mountain Tea (Sideritis Scardica) // τσάι του βουνού: Oxidative stress protection, cognitive support, digestion, cold and flu relief, longevity*
✔ Antioxidants
✔ Nutrients
✔ Antimicrobial
✔ Anti-inflammatory
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
- How to Make
- How to Make
Hot Brew:
1 tsp | 8 oz | 212° f | steep 5-7 mins
Cold Brew (Iced Tea):
4-6 tsp | 1 qt oz | room temp | steep 4-6 hours
*Pairs great with raw ikaria honey.
- Our Process
- Our Process
100% natural, organic, and caffeine-free.
Each plant is nurtured in its natural habitat, harvested at peak potency, and carefully hand-cut to preserve its full aroma and benefits. We gently clean and air-dry them using traditional methods to preserve their full aroma and nutrients. Finally, every batch is hand-packed with love, bringing you the purest taste of Greece in every sip.
100% organic, caffeine-free, Non-GMO, adaptogenic, high potency, antioxidant-rich
Yia mas,
Eleftheria, founder of Greek Superherbs
Pair with Blue Zone Honey
*ORGANIC, RAW, UNFILTERED*
Single-Origin: Ikaria (Blue Zones), Greece
Nutrients: Antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, sugars, enzymes, amino acids.
Benefits: Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immune-boosting, digestive, antimicrobial, aromatic, and antiseptic
FAQs
What is mountain tea, and how is it different from other teas?
Greek mountain tea has been brewed in the hills of Greece for centuries — ours is wild Sideritis Scardica (also called tsái tou vounoú or ironwort), gathered from the high elevations of Mount Olympus. Up there, mineral-rich soil, strong Mediterranean sun, and thin mountain air drive up its polyphenol content, giving ours roughly double the polyphenols of typical commercial mountain teas. We harvest it whole-leaf and air-dry it by hand, so you steep real leaves and flowers, never the broken dust and fannings packed into most tea bags. No plastic tea bags, no microplastics — single-origin from Greece and certified organic.
What are the benefits of mountain tea?
Mountain tea has been enjoyed across Greece for generations and is naturally rich in polyphenols, antioxidants, and phytonutrients, which our whole-leaf, air-dried process helps keep intact. It's also caffeine-free, so it's an easy cup any time of day. If you're drinking it with a specific health goal in mind, your doctor is the best person to advise on what's right for you.
What does it taste like?
Earthy and floral, smooth and refreshing — mild and very easy to drink. Lovely with a spoon of raw honey, a slice of lemon, or a cinnamon stick.
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Does it have caffeine?
No — it's naturally caffeine-free, so you can enjoy it any time, including the evening.
How do I brew it?
Hot: 1 teaspoon per 8 oz of just-boiled water, steeped 5–7 minutes. Iced: 4–6 teaspoons per quart of room-temperature water, steeped 4–6 hours. The leaves are generous, so you can re-steep them for a second batch.
How do I store it, and how long does it last?
Keep it in a cool, dark, dry place, sealed tight and away from sunlight and moisture. Dried herbs don't expire — they just slowly lose a little aroma and potency over time, so they're best enjoyed within about two years for peak flavor.
Is it safe to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
Our teas are natural, certified-organic herbs with nothing added. But pregnancy and breastfeeding are times to be a little extra careful — some herbs aren't recommended then, and everyone's situation is different. We always recommend checking with your doctor or midwife before adding a new herbal tea to your routine; they know what's right for you and your baby.
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