Wild thyme

Discover the natural herbal beverage which will captivate you with its stunning smell and distinctive flavour. Thyme is a popular plant in Slovenia and this is shown in the Slovenian name for thyme: a mother’s soul.
It is used for various ailments – it alleviates expectoration and eases coughing during the cold season and some people use it to relieve digestive problems.

Did you know?

  • In Slovenia, thyme thrives best on the Velika planina mountain. 
  • There are around 350 species of thyme known today.
  • Thyme was used in Ancient Greece to give courage to the soldiers.

Preparation

Please follow the recommended preparation time, steeping for too long could result in an unpleasant taste - astringent and bitter. Always prepare fresh tea - it will taste its best without additives, especially without sugar.