Fragrant Teas & Spices

Sparoza - The Aurora Tea - Handcrafted Loose Leaf Greek Mountain Tea & Herbs

$15.00

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• Aurora is the rosy-fingered goddess of Dawn, rising before the Sun to break the darkness and let the daylight through.  The Aurora blend combines an array of wonderfully beneficial herbs, traditional Greek herbal tea, and handmade citrus peel into an energizing and toning infusion, a natural and aromatic way to offer yourself a wellness boost right from the early hours. Opening the sachet and pouring it into the beautifully designed, stackable tin, you’ll feel like you’ve walked into a fragrant herb garden! 

  Importantly, there are no preservatives, additives, artificial flavors nor colorants.

• We love the aroma and flavor of this tea for breakfast, as the traditional Greek mountain tea takes on an added dimension with the unique blend of herbs and orange zest.…and the beautifully designed tin is a keeper!

  Steep a spoonful of leaves in a covered pot of hot water for 5-10 minutes and then strain. Try adding a dollop of organic Cretan honey or enjoying with a spoonful of traditional Greek spoon sweets. Not a tea fan? Try it in a unique gin cocktail instead!

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• INGREDIENTS: mountain tea sideritis scardica, mountain tea sideritis raeseri, orange peel, Ceylon cinnamon, lemon verbena, thyme, spearmint, cardamom, rosehip,  and liquorice.

  STORAGE: Store in a cool and dry place.

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Sparoza - The Avaris Tea - Handcrafted Loose Leaf Greek Herbal Tea

$15.00

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• In Greek mythology, Avaris was a powerful healer and priest of the god Apollo, traveling the world on a golden arrow.  In our world of endless distractions, the Avaris blend combines a wise selection of herbs, flowers, and roots, with no caffeine, so you can enjoy it day and night. Opening the sachet and pouring it into the beautifully designed, stackable tin, you’ll feel like you’ve walked onto a Greek mountain path!

  Importantly, there are no preservatives, additives, artificial flavors nor colorants.

• We love the aroma and flavor of this unique blend of herbs - just breathing it in clears our mind and helps us relax…and the beautifully designed stackable tin is a keeper!

  Steep a spoonful of leaves in a covered pot of hot water for 5-10 minutes and then strain. Try adding a dollop of organic Cretan honey or enjoying with a spoonful of traditional Greek spoon sweets. The Avaris Tea is an intriguing addition to savory dishes, too - try our Herbal Tea-Flavored Chicken Stew for a quick family dinner.

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• INGREDIENTS: rosemary, basil, mint, helichrysum, sage, lemon verbena, peppercorns, rosehip, and liquorice.

  STORAGE: Store in a cool and dry place.

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Sparoza 15 Greek Herbs & Seeds Handcrafted Cooking Blend

$10.00

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• This handcrafted concentrated seasoning is a unique blend of herbs and seeds that adds a special touch of Greece to salads, dressings, meatballs, burgers. Add a spoonful to flavor yogurt, cream cheese or butter for an authentically Greek spread. Each package includes cooking and serving suggestions and a simple and delicious recipe.

  Importantly, there are no preservatives, additives, artificial flavors nor colorants.

• For the creative cook, Sparoza offers uniquely handcrafted herb and spice blends that boldly enhance any dish.

  We love this on just about any dish, and even straight on a slice of good crusty bread topped with extra virgin olive oil. Put some in your cheese bread or savory muffins for an extra punch...a little goes a long way!

  This blend is also the secret ingredient in our Basic Yogurt Sauce and gives an extra Greek flavor to our Greek Orzo Salad.

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• INGREDIENTS: cardamom, coriander, dill, fennel seeds, ginger, linseeds, melissa, mustard seeds, oregano, peppercorns, pink pepper, rosemary, sesame seeds, spearmint, thyme.

  STORAGE: Store in a cool and dry place.

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Sparoza Handcrafted Cooking Blend with Spices & Orange Zest

$10.00

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• This handcrafted concentrated seasoning has the distinct flavors of Greek cooking from Anatolia, with a sweet/spicy mix and homemade orange zest. Each package includes cooking and serving suggestions and a simple and delicious recipe.

  Importantly, there are no preservatives, additives, artificial flavors nor colorants.

• For the creative cook, Sparoza offers uniquely handcrafted herb and spice blends that boldly enhance any dish.

  This variant is wonderful blended in with tomato-based stews and sauces, makes a great gyros spice with your favorite meat, or a flavorful rub or barbecue sauce when blended with olive oil and salt. This blend is wonderful for sweet treats, too, like our Easy Banana Bread. Or sprinkle some in your crockpot for an extra Greek touch to your meals. A little goes a long way! 

  Need a recipe for your cooking blend? Here is a beloved Cincinnati dish, the famous Cincinnati chili, revisited; add it to our quinoa salad with fire-roasted red Capia peppers, black beans and spices or if you need some comfort food put it in a Greek traditional lentil soup, or a spicy carrot and sweet potato soup. Use it with your lamb chops for a Greek gourmet dish or just sprinkle your squash with it for a winter flavor.

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• INGREDIENTS: allspice, cardamom, chili, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, cumin, orange zest, peppercorns, pink pepper, tarragon.

  STORAGE: Store in a cool and dry place.

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Sparoza Handcrafted Cooking Blend with Herbs & Lemon Zest

$10.00

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• This handcrafted concentrated seasoning is a unique herb blend complemented with lemon verbena and homemade lemon zest that add a classic Greek touch to any dish, especially poultry and seafood. Each package includes cooking and serving suggestions and a simple and delicious recipe.

  Importantly, there are no preservatives, additives, artificial flavors nor colorants.

• For the creative cook, Sparoza offers uniquely handcrafted herb and spice blends that boldly enhance any dish.

  We love this on roasted chicken and fish…and even straight on a slice of good crusty bread topped with extra virgin olive oil! Roasted veggies get an extra zing, and a little goes a long way!

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• INGREDIENTS: Bay leaves, coriander, ginger, lemon verbena, lemon zest, mustard seeds, peppercorns, pink pepper, rosemary, sage, thyme.

  STORAGE: Store in a cool and dry place.

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Sparoza Handcrafted Cooking Blend Sampler

$28.00

Sparoza’s unique concentrated seasonings add a special touch of Greece to salads, dressings, roasted veggies, fish, chicken, meatballs, burgers...the possibilities are endless, and a little...

The Sparoza Herbal Sampler

$36.00

Fragrant blends and eye-catching design make for a potent combination with all Sparoza products! Try this herbal trio of their most popular cooking blend and...

Sparoza - The Shaman Tea - Handcrafted Loose Leaf Spiced Black Tea

$15.00

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• The Shaman Tea was the very first handmade product from the Sparoza team, who were inspired by the Ayurvedic tradition and Indian Chai Masala to create this strong and exciting flavor. Freshly ground spices like cinnamon, cardamom, clove, ginger & peppers are blended with the highest quality black tea to offer a multi-sensorial experience - relaxing, soothing, and invigorating at the same time! Open the sachet and pour it into the beautifully-designed, stackable tin, and you’ll feel like you’ve walked into an exotic sanctuary. 

  Importantly, there are no preservatives, additives, artificial flavors nor colorants.

• We love the aroma and flavor of this unique blend of tea and spices. The aromas of cinnamon, cloves and cardamom bring a warmth enhanced by spicy ginger, peppercorns and chili.…and the beautifully designed tin is a keeper!

  Steep half a spoonful of leaves in a mug, add hot water, cover and steep for 1-2 minutes and then strain. Try it with milk and organic Cretan honey for an even richer taste, or freeze for spiced tea-flavored ice cubes to add to cold milk!

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• INGREDIENTS: black tea, freshly ground cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, ginger, chili and peppercorns

  STORAGE: Store in a cool and dry place.

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Sparoza Handcrafted Tea Sampler

$40.00

Sparoza's loose-leaf teas come in a designer laser-print tin that makes a beautiful gift. Open it and you'll feel like you've walked into a garden,...

NEW! Sparoza - Greek Farmer's Salad Mix

$12.00

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• Traditional Greek salad, or as we call it in Greece, “horiatiki” village salad, is a delicious, fresh and nutritious dish that farmers often had as a main meal! Greek Granny’s Tzatziki Mix is one of Sparoza’s new whimsically-designed “Greek Cuisine Classics”.

  The conveniently stackable tubs contain a uniquely handcrafted mix of herbs and spices that lets you easily whip up classic Greek dishes in no time. You can season up to 50 salads with each pack! Every tub comes with a simple recipe and, importantly, there are no preservatives, additives, artificial flavors nor colorants.

  Try the other products in this line, the Greek Shepherd’s Souvlaki and BBQ Mix and Greek Granny’s Tzatziki Mix, too for Greek cooking made easy! 

• Sprinkle this handcrafted mix over your tomatoes & cucumbers, crumble authentic feta cheese, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, and you’ll be taken back to a Greek summer dream. Recipe on the pack!

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• INGREDIENTS:  oregano, thyme, basil, sumac, onion flakes, pepper flakes, flaxseed seeds, natural sea salt.

  STORAGE: Store in a cool and dry place.

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NEW! Sparoza - Greek Shepherd's Souvlaki & BBQ Mix

$12.00

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• Souvlaki, small chunks of grilled meat and/or vegetables on a skewer, often wrapped in pita bread, is classic Greek street food. Greek Shepherd's Souvlaki & BBQ Mix is one of Sparoza’s new whimsically-designed “Greek Cuisine Classics”.

  The conveniently stackable tubs contain a uniquely handcrafted mix of herbs and spices that lets you easily whip up classic Greek dishes in no time. You can season up to 60 skewers with each pack! Every tub comes with a simple recipe and, importantly, there are no preservatives, additives, artificial flavors nor colorants.

  Try the other products in this line, the Greek Farmer's Salad Mix and Greek Granny’s Tzatziki Mix, too for Greek cooking made easy! 

• Make your own authentic version by rubbing cubes of meat (pork, beef, lamb, chicken) or firm vegetables (bell peppers, eggplants, mushrooms) with a paste of one tablespoon of our mix + 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil & the juice of a freshly-squeezed lemon (grill the peel, too, for a heavenly smell!). Your patio barbecues will be transformed into a Greek taverna. Recipes on the pack!
  

   

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• INGREDIENTS: thyme,  rosemary, coriander, peppercorns, natural sea salt, smoked paprika, pepper flakes, chili, cumin, onion, garlic, turmeric, mustard seeds.

  STORAGE: Store in a cool and dry place.

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NEW! Sparoza - Greek Granny’s Tzatziki Mix

$12.00

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• Tzatziki is a fresh yogurt dip traditionally served as part of a Greek “mezé” appetizer plate or as a refreshing sauce for grilled meat. The Greek Granny's Tzatziki Mix is one of Sparoza’s new whimsically-designed “Greek Cuisine Classics”.

  The conveniently stackable tubs contain a uniquely handcrafted mix of herbs and spices that lets you easily whip up classic Greek dishes in no time. You can season up to 60 salads with each pack! Every tub comes with a simple recipe and, importantly, there are no preservatives, additives, artificial flavors nor colorants.

  Try the other products in this line, the Greek Shepherd’s Souvlaki and BBQ Mix and Greek Farmers Salad Mix, too for Greek cooking made easy! 

• Add a teaspoon of this handcrafted mix to an 8-oz container of real Greek strained yogurt, and blend in half a cup of grated, well-drained cucumber, a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil, and a few drops of lemon juice. Let it sit 20” in the fridge and soon you’ll have an authentic Greek tzatziki dip for all your barbecues and parties. Recipe on the pack!

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• INGREDIENTS: garlic, sweet paprika, natural sea salt, dill, peppercorns.

  STORAGE: Store in a cool and dry place.

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NEW! Sparoza - Greek Cuisine Classics Seasoning Sampler

$34.00

Greek Salad, Greek Tzatziki and Greek Souvlaki are 3 iconic Greek dishes. Enjoy them at home with Sparoza’s new whimsically-designed, handcrafted “Greek Cuisine Classics”. There are no...

NEW! Rosy Dawn - Aurora Mountain Herbal Tea & Rose Petal Spoon Sweet

$30.00

Inspired by the rosy-fingered goddess of dawn, Aurora blends authentic Greek mountain tea with beneficial herbs and handmade citrus peel. Pair it with this limited...

NEW! Spicy Lift - Shaman Spicy Black Tea & Cretan Honey

$30.00

Freshly ground spices combine with the finest black tea in this invigorating Shaman blend. Sweeten it naturally with our new organic Cretan honey - and...