Discover the natural virtues of a centuries-old Mediterranean tradition
Albanian Mountain Tea (Çaj Mali) is made from the dried flowers and leaves of Sideritis scariosa, a wild herb that grows exclusively in the highlands of Albania and the broader Balkan region. For centuries, it has been harvested by local families and prepared as a warm herbal infusion.
Unlike green or black tea, Albanian Mountain Tea contains no caffeine and is naturally caffeine-free. It is a true herbal tea (tisane), prized for its smooth, honey-like aroma and gentle, calming character.
For generations, people in Albania have gathered wild herbs from the mountains and prepared them as a warm, comforting tea at home. It was served in the morning, after meals, during cold evenings, and whenever the family came together around the table.
Mali Botanica continues this tradition in a modern, premium way — bringing the authentic taste of Albanian mountains to cups around the world.
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Sideritis scariosa • Albanian Highlands
Each ingredient in our blend brings unique characteristics — from the signature mountain tea to chamomile, sage, and wild thyme
Sideritis scariosa — The signature herb of Albania
The heart of our blend, Albanian Mountain Tea is harvested from the wild highlands of southern Albania. For centuries, Albanian families have gathered these herbs from rocky mountain slopes and prepared them as a daily herbal infusion.
Matricaria chamomilla
Known worldwide for its gentle, calming properties. Adds a soft floral note that balances the herbal intensity of mountain tea.
Salvia officinalis
A traditional Mediterranean herb bringing depth and warmth. Connects the blend to the ancient herbal traditions of the Balkans.
Thymus serpyllum
Harvested from wild mountain meadows, thyme adds a fresh, clean finish that reminds of herbs growing under the Mediterranean sun.
Our tea is naturally caffeine-free, aromatic, and gentle. Made for people who want a clean daily ritual — something simple, natural, and connected to the land.
Caffeine-free means you can enjoy it any time — especially in the evening for a calm, peaceful end to your day without affecting sleep.
Start your day with a warm, soothing cup that brings the serenity of Albanian mountains to your morning routine.
The gentle ritual of brewing and savoring creates a mindful pause — a moment of peace in your busy day.
Four carefully selected Mediterranean herbs. No artificial flavors, colors, preservatives, or additives of any kind.
Soft floral opening, warm mountain body, fresh herbal finish. A smooth, balanced taste that's never bitter or harsh.
Beautifully packaged and unique, Mali Botanica makes a thoughtful gift for tea lovers and those who appreciate natural products.
Gentle floral notes from chamomile, with a hint of honey-like sweetness
Smooth, full mountain herbal character from Albanian Mountain Tea
Clean, fresh finish with wild thyme and sage undertones
Mali Botanica is a food and beverage product, not a medicine.
It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Albanian Mountain Tea (known locally as "Çaj Mali") is a cherished herbal infusion crafted from the wild herbs that grow in Albania's pristine mountain regions. For generations, Albanian families have gathered these herbs from elevations above 1,000 meters, where the clean mountain air and rich soil create herbs with exceptional aroma and character.
1. Pure Mountain Tea (No Blend): 100% Albanian Mountain Tea — a single-origin herbal tea with its natural mountain character intact.
2. Our Signature Blend: Albanian Mountain Tea blended with Chamomile, Sage, and Wild Thyme in specific percentages for a more complex herbal experience.
Below you will find our signature four-herb blend, where we share the percentages of each herb that create our unique Mediterranean herbal infusion. This same blend serves as the foundation for our other wild flower and herbal mixes.
The four herbs in our signature blend (percentages shown below)
Mali Botanica brings together four carefully selected herbs inspired by Albanian and Mediterranean herbal traditions. Each herb has a role in the taste, aroma, and feeling of the blend.
Çaj Mali • The Heart of the Blend
The heart of the blend, giving the tea its Albanian identity, soft mountain aroma, and smooth herbal body. Represents the soul of Albania's wild mountain landscapes.
The Calming Floral Note
Adds a gentle floral note and a soft, calming character, perfect for a peaceful tea experience. Brings softness and balance to the blend.
Mediterranean Depth
Brings a deeper Mediterranean herbal taste and a traditional Balkan aroma. Gives the blend strength, depth, and a warm herbal note.
Mountain Freshness
Adds freshness, natural fragrance, and a clean mountain finish. Reminds you of wild herbs growing under the Mediterranean sun.
Albanian Mountain Tea — the signature herb that represents the soul of the product. Smooth body, natural golden color, and connection to wild mountain landscapes.
Chamomile — brings softness and balance. Delicate floral aroma makes the tea pleasant, gentle, and easy to enjoy at any time of day.
Sage — adds strength and depth. Mediterranean character with a warm herbal note connecting to traditional Balkan herbs.
Wild Thyme — completes with freshness. Aromatic mountain scent gives a clean finish reminding of wild herbs under the Mediterranean sun.
Together, these four herbs create a tea that feels pure, balanced, and memorable — a premium herbal infusion inspired by Albania's untouched nature.
Mali Botanica was created to share one of Albania's most beautiful natural traditions with the world.
In the mountains of southern Albania, where the Mediterranean climate meets clean mountain air, wild herbs grow naturally among stone paths, olive trees, and open landscapes facing the Ionian Sea.
The result is a caffeine-free herbal infusion with a soft floral opening, a warm mountain body, and a fresh herbal finish.
Every cup is a small journey to the Albanian mountains.
Mali Botanica
Mediterranean Mountain Tea from Albania
Wild Herbs from the Albanian Mountains
Mali Botanica is a food and beverage product, not a medicine. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
