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Kykeon™ (Traditional)

Using the traditional recipe of roasted spring barley and wild mountain mint, we have resurrected Kykeon, an ancient Greek tisane, for the first time in modern history. In fact, Kykeon, has not been sold for over two thousand years. In ancient Greece, Kykeon was commonly drunk to break fasts and was noted for its digestive properties. Nutty, refreshing and delicately minty, we have carefully sourced and blended our ingredients to ensure each sip has the best flavour and health benefits, encapsulating ancient Greek history and tradition.

Delivery time 1 - 5 working days, after the day of despatch. Order before 12pm on a working day for same day despatch.

For international orders please send us your order and location through our Contact Form for a delivery quote and to process payment.

    • Weight: Caddy 100g, Caddy Refill Pouch 100g

      Ingredients: Roasted Spring Barley and Wild Mountain Mint

      When we Harvest: Each July

      Growth & Production Method: Natural, Wildcrafted

      Country of Origin:Armenia

      Health Benefits: Gut Health & Digestion, Anticolaguant, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory, Antiaging, Antispasmodic, Circulatory system, Mental Health, Detoxifying, Decongestant, Hydration, Immunity, Sleep, Vitamins and Minerals

      Naturally grown without the use of any pesticides or chemicals, our roasted spring barley is harvested 1,200 - 1,500m above sea level from the Zangezur Mountains of Armenia. Only the outer husks have been removed (and the barley itself has not been pearled), which means higher nutritional content within each grain. Our spring barley is lightly roasted to bring out the earth, nutty and sweet flavours. Once in the UK, the ingredients are blended in accordance to our secret award-winning recipe.

      Kykeon may be drunk hot or ice-cold, and may be enjoyed before a meal to aid digestion or during or after exercise for increased hydration.

      Storage Guide

      Please note the pouches are not airtight, and therefore once opened, your tisane should be transferred to an airtight caddy or storage jar in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and strong odours. We do not recommend glass, plastic and paper containers.

      Medical disclaimer

      Any noted health benefits of our herbal infusions are from traditional medicine and should not be used to prevent or cure any disease. Consult a GP if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or have any other health concerns.

      Aside from barley containing gluten, our herbal infusions are allergen-free, however, we cannot guarantee that our foragers and pickers have not come into any contact with any allergens whilst picking or processing.

    • Our wild mountain mint is hand-harvested from its native habitat in the Lori region of Armenia, by the residents of the village of Odzun, supervised by an ethnobotanist, taking into account the time of day and time of year to keep the aroma and active ingredients at their best.The grassy green leaves are dried in the shade under the ceramic roof of a natural drier to preserve the quality, essential oils and taste.The leaves are then milled slightly by hand to allow greater extraction of essential oils with every infusion.
    • Resurrecting an ancient Greek tisane for the first time in modern history, Kykeon has not been sold for over two thousand years. In ancient Greece, Kykeon was commonly drunk to break fasts and was noted for its digestive properties. We have carefully sourced and blended our ingredients to ensure each sip has the best flavour and health benefits, encapsulating ancient Greek history and tradition.
    • Delivery time 1 - 5 working days, after the day of despatch. Order before 2pm on a working day for same day despatch.

      Deliveries outside the UK are available on request, please contact us with your delivery address and order, as we will be able to arrange international delivery via standard postal service or courier.

    Weight: Caddy 100g, Caddy Refill Pouch 100g

    Ingredients: Roasted Spring Barley and Wild Mountain Mint

    When we Harvest: Each July

    Growth & Production Method: Natural, Wildcrafted

    Country of Origin:Armenia

    Health Benefits: Gut Health & Digestion, Anticolaguant, Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory, Antiaging, Antispasmodic, Circulatory system, Mental Health, Detoxifying, Decongestant, Hydration, Immunity, Sleep, Vitamins and Minerals

    Naturally grown without the use of any pesticides or chemicals, our roasted spring barley is harvested 1,200 - 1,500m above sea level from the Zangezur Mountains of Armenia. Only the outer husks have been removed (and the barley itself has not been pearled), which means higher nutritional content within each grain. Our spring barley is lightly roasted to bring out the earth, nutty and sweet flavours. Once in the UK, the ingredients are blended in accordance to our secret award-winning recipe.

    Kykeon may be drunk hot or ice-cold, and may be enjoyed before a meal to aid digestion or during or after exercise for increased hydration.

    Storage Guide

    Please note the pouches are not airtight, and therefore once opened, your tisane should be transferred to an airtight caddy or storage jar in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and strong odours. We do not recommend glass, plastic and paper containers.

    Medical disclaimer

    Any noted health benefits of our herbal infusions are from traditional medicine and should not be used to prevent or cure any disease. Consult a GP if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or have any other health concerns.

    Aside from barley containing gluten, our herbal infusions are allergen-free, however, we cannot guarantee that our foragers and pickers have not come into any contact with any allergens whilst picking or processing.

    Our wild mountain mint is hand-harvested from its native habitat in the Lori region of Armenia, by the residents of the village of Odzun, supervised by an ethnobotanist, taking into account the time of day and time of year to keep the aroma and active ingredients at their best.The grassy green leaves are dried in the shade under the ceramic roof of a natural drier to preserve the quality, essential oils and taste.The leaves are then milled slightly by hand to allow greater extraction of essential oils with every infusion.
    Resurrecting an ancient Greek tisane for the first time in modern history, Kykeon has not been sold for over two thousand years. In ancient Greece, Kykeon was commonly drunk to break fasts and was noted for its digestive properties. We have carefully sourced and blended our ingredients to ensure each sip has the best flavour and health benefits, encapsulating ancient Greek history and tradition.

    Delivery time 1 - 5 working days, after the day of despatch. Order before 2pm on a working day for same day despatch.

    Deliveries outside the UK are available on request, please contact us with your delivery address and order, as we will be able to arrange international delivery via standard postal service or courier.

    Brewing Instructions

    Use 5g for every 200ml of 100°C spring water and let this herbal infusion steep, ideally for 7 – 10 minutes, to fully unfold its natural flavour.

    Caddy 180g makes approx. *36 cups
    Caddy Refill Pouch 180g makes approx. *36 cups

    *Estimates are based on drinking the traditional Armenian way, where one portion will give you at least two cups – just refill with 100°C water and steep for two minutes longer than the original brew time.

    Health Benefits

    Herbal teas have health-promoting properties. In fact, herbal teas have been used as natural remedies for a variety of ailments for hundreds of years. Learn more about health benefits of our herbal infusions.

    Tasting notes and Paring

    Refreshingly crisp minerality and delicately minty.

    Pairing with pasta, lamb, game, poultry, BBQ beef, mediterranean flavours, chocolate & chocolate desserts, spirits & non-alcoholic beverages.

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    Discover the Origin of Our Kykeon

    The majority of our wildcrafted herbal infusions from Armenia grow in the pristine alpine meadows of the Lori region, at an altitude of 1,200 – 2,100m above sea level.

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