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I don't really like to drink just mountain tea, so I found these teas. I ordered them online we'll see how they taste :) :) Here is the link if anyone is interested they have a lot of different flavors like Cretan Blend. They have a lot of info about the teas and where they were sourced which makes me trust the brand

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Experience the health benefits of Greek mountain tea, sage, verbena, sea buckthorn, chamomile, dittany and the famous honey of Ikaria.
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Greek teas are truly amazing, here is a bit more information of the different types:

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Delicious Greek Herbal Teas to Try

You should drink these delicious Greek teas the next time you want a hot beverage.
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There are so many great herbal teas in Greece. You may see the list and think to yourself, but Lemon Verbano, Sage, etc is readily available why the Greek version? Well, somehow the herbs taste different when grown in Greek soil. What are your favorite teas?
 
My favorite Greek tea is chamomile! Somehow the Greek version is a bit mellower than others that I have had. It grows wild all over the county, I like to pick some while I am in Greece and make a tea in my hotel room from the fresh flowers. It is a real treat. Add some Greek honey and it's the perfect cup!
 
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My favorite Greek tea is chamomile! Somehow the Greek version is a bit mellower than others that I have had. It grows wild all over the county, I like to pick some while I am in Greece and make a tea in my hotel room from the fresh flowers. It is a real treat. Add some Greek honey and it's the perfect cup!
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Are the other ones you've had fresh" I find that when I buy the concentrated tea bags from the supermarket they are much stronger
 
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