Tilio · Tilia
Greek linden, the blossom of the winter evening cup.
Dried linden flowers and bracts — tilio — from certified growers in the Kozani highlands, packed by VEVI in Athens under FSSC 22000 in a 70 g jar.
The herb
Flowers from the lime tree.
Linden — tilio in Greek — is the dried blossom of the lime tree, Tilia. Each cluster of small, cream-yellow flowers hangs from a pale, papery leaf called a bract, and both go into the cup.
The trees flower in early summer; the blossoms are picked and dried, and brew into a light, golden infusion that smells of honey and summer flowers. In Greece it is a classic of the winter evening, often with a spoon of honey.
VEVI sources linden from certified growers in the Kozani highlands and packs it in Athens under FSSC 22000.
- PlantTilia (lime tree)
- Greek nameΤίλιο (tilio)
- OriginGreece · Kozani highlands
- CupLight, floral, honeyed
- CaffeineNone — it is a herbal infusion
- FormatPET jar · 70 g
In the cup
How to brew linden tea.
Linden is gentle — give it a little longer than most herbal teas and keep the cup covered.
- Measure
About 2 g — two teaspoons of flowers and bracts — per 250 ml cup.
- Pour
Pour over freshly boiled water.
- Cover and steep
Cover, steep for 5–7 minutes, then strain.
- Serve
With honey and a slice of lemon, or chilled as an iced tea in summer.
Ways to drink it
A quiet classic, three ways.
The Greek way: a mug of tilio with thyme honey on a cold evening.
Brew it strong, chill it and serve over ice with orange slices.
With chamomile or lemon verbena for a softer, floral cup.
Tradition & wellbeing
The evening cup for relaxation.
In Greek tradition linden is the classic evening cup for relaxation: hot, with thyme honey, on cold winter nights. With no caffeine, it is an easy choice before bed.
The blossoms naturally contain flavonoids and mucilage — the compounds that give the infusion its soft, velvety body.
- Natural compoundsFlavonoids, mucilage
- In traditionEvening, for relaxation, with honey
- CaffeineNone
Herbal teas are foods, not medicines. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication, ask your doctor first.
Storage & quality
Delicate flowers, closed jar.
Linden flowers are delicate. Keep the jar closed, in a cool, dark, dry cupboard, and handle the blossoms gently.
As a rule of thumb linden tastes best within about a year of opening — check the best-before date on the pack.
What good linden looks like
- Pale green-yellow bracts and cream flowers — not brown.
- A sweet honey-and-flower smell when you open the jar.
- Whole clusters rather than dust.
- A clear origin on the label.
In the shops
Where to find it
In Greece, VEVI is sold in supermarket chains including Galaxias, Masoutis and My market; the formats on shelf vary by store.
Trade
For retailers, HORECA & importers
70 g jars for supermarket chains, delis, cafés and importers, and private label packed to FSSC 22000.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What are the benefits of linden tea?
In Greek tradition linden is the evening cup for relaxation, usually with honey. It naturally contains flavonoids and has no caffeine, which is why many people drink it before bed. It is a food, not a medicine.
What is tilio?
Tilio is the Greek name for linden blossom: the dried flowers and bracts of the lime tree (Tilia), brewed as a light, floral herbal infusion.
Does linden tea contain caffeine?
No. Linden is a herbal infusion and contains no caffeine.
How do I make linden tea?
About 2 g per cup, freshly boiled water, covered for 5–7 minutes, then strain. Add honey if you like.
Where does VEVI linden come from?
From certified growers in the Kozani highlands, packed by VEVI in Athens under FSSC 22000.
Do you supply linden wholesale?
Yes — 70 g jars for retailers, HORECA and importers, plus private label. Send a wholesale enquiry.