All herbs come from the wild mountain meadows of the Rhodope Mountains. This terroir is world-renowned as the home of the legendary Mursalski mountain tea, also included in this blend. The meadow herbs are grown naturally without the use of pesticides and are in part even gathered wild from the mountains. After harvesting, the herbs are gently dried in the shade and processed further by a small, locally based family-run business.
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Mursalski
Meadow Blend
Highest Grade 98 P.
Highly aromatic Mursalski meadow herb mountain tea blend from the Rhodope Mountains above the village of Trigrad, Bulgaria, freely grown on mountain meadows, 1200m. Oregano, sideritis mountain tea, St John's wort, linden blossom, raspberry leaves. Hand-picked, air-dried, directly from the tea farm. 40g
- World-famous top terroir of the Rhodope Mountains, 1200m altitude
- Original Mursalski mountain tea (Sideritis scardica) from Trigrad, Bulgaria
- Blended with wild meadow herbs from the region
- Wild-harvested oregano, mountain tea, St John's wort, linden blossom, raspberry leaf
- Hand-picked, air-dried
| Charakter | Gentle and harmonious, honeyed sweetness, slightly minty note |
| Tea Farm | Small family business in Trigrad |
| Terroir | Rhodope Mountains, mountain meadows above Trigrad, Bulgaria |
| Harvest | Hand-picked from June to August at flowering time with the highest polyphenol content |
| Ingredients | Oregano, sideritis mountain tea, St John's wort, linden blossom, raspberry leaves |
| Drying | Only gentle air drying in the shade |
| Elevation | 1200m above sea level |
| Cultivation | Natural wild collection or cultivation without chemical pesticides |
€6.90
40g
Tea Farm
Character
Tasting Notes
The high altitude, pristine natural setting, unique climate, fertile soils, native seed varieties, and the untouched growth of the plants all contributes to the tea's rich aroma and flavour. Only the juiciest stems, umbels, and leaves are hand-picked at the height of their bloom, ensuring the highest quality. The tea is harmoniously balanced and velvety-smooth, with a hint of honeyed sweetness. A slightly minty-fresh note adds a certain twist, complementing the Mediterranean-herbal character of this blend.
Leaf
Succulent shoots and large, fresh umbels and leaves
Cup
Golden orange
Mountain Tea (Sideritis)
Mountain tea (Sideritis) is native to the mountain regions of the Balkan Peninsula, including Bulgaria, Greece, and Albania. For centuries, local shepherds have enjoyed this tea while tending their flocks in the highlands. The plant’s flavour and beneficial properties can vary depending on the mountain, soil, and altitude where it grows. On the island of Crete, the most common variety is Sideritis syriaca. A member of the mint family (Lamiaceae), this hardy herb thrives in rocky, mountainous terrain at elevations between 800 and 2000 metres. For premium-quality mountain tea, only the tender upper stems and blossoms are carefully handpicked and gently air-dried.
Like the mountain tea, the other herbs in this high-quality tea blend (oregano, St John's wort, linden blossom and raspberry leaves) also come from the Rhodopes terroir.
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Cultivation & Processing
Cultivation & Processing
Cultivation
The foundation of this premium mountain tea blend is the well-known mountain tea Sideritis scardica. It is endemic to the mountains of the Balkan Peninsula (Bulgaria, Greece, Albania). Depending on the terroir, mountain range, and altitude, the plant develops different active compounds and aromas. The most famous mountain tea of Bulgaria, Mursalski Trigradski Tea, comes from the Rhodope Mountains above the mountain villages of Trigrad (population 640) and Muğla, in the Mursalitsa region, located in the far south of Bulgaria directly on the border with Greece. In Bulgaria, the plant is listed on the Red List of endangered species and may only be harvested under strict regulations.
Our original Mursalski Trigradski Tea grows in its natural habitat in a prime location, as do the other herbs in this exceptionally fine mountain tea blend. For St John's Wort, linden blossoms, and raspberry leaves, seeds from native wild herbs in the surrounding mountain meadows are sown. They then grow naturally without further cultivation, influenced only by the idyllic beauty of nature. In the case of oregano, it is even collected wild, gently picked by hand in the open countryside by family members of the producer.
After the harvesting from June to August, the plants are gently air-dried via hanging in the shade and then packaged for us. It doesn’t get more natural or of higher quality than this.
Single Origin
This tea comes 100% from the above-mentioned mountain meadows above Trigrad, sourced directly from the producer.
Preparation
Preparation
Chop up a handful of stems and leaves per 300 ml water, infuse for 5-10 minutes.
Laboratory Tests
Laboratory Tests
We go to great lengths to identify the finest organic tea farms across the world’s most celebrated terroirs. All our teas are sourced directly from the farmer and, with a few exceptions, are certified organic or come from pesticide-free farms. Each batch of tea for every harvest is tested for pesticides and other pollutants in an independent German lab to ensure they meet our strict quality standards as well as HACCP food safety requirements.
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Our philosophy
For thousands of years, cultures all over the world have been using a variety of plants and nutritious foods to naturally foster vitality and good health.
With our products, we try to emulate this ancient wisdom as much as possible.
Consequently, our philosophy is simple: in everything we produce, we strive for the highest standards of quality and purity, with a focus on organic and natural ingredients.
We follow this philosophy with meticulous care on all levels, down to every last detail.