Description
As an infusion
An infusion that combines freshness, natural sweetness, and a deeply Mediterranean aromatic profile.
In the cup, it offers a pale golden color with green reflections and a complex aroma balancing thyme, lemon balm, and rosemary, with a subtle sweet and aniseed finish.
Usage suggestion:
• 2 g per 250 ml of water at 100 °C for 7–9 minutes.
• Perfect as a wellness infusion or herbal experience for fine hotels and restaurants.
• Suggested pairing: nuts, mountain honey, citrus, or white chocolate.
As a base for alcohol-free beverages
Defending is ideal for botanical mixology and functional non-alcoholic beverages.
Its balance between herbal, citrus, and sweet notes allows for sophisticated, natural bases with long aromatic persistence.
Suggested application:
• Cold infusion (8–10 h) to create herbal tonics or functional waters.
• As a base for kombuchas, natural ginger ales, or botanical syrups.
• Excellent when paired with lime, fresh ginger, cucumber, or mint.
Its versatility makes it a key ingredient for mixologists and sommeliers seeking authenticity and botanical purity.
As a culinary or aromatic herb
In gastronomy, Defending behaves like a modern Mediterranean blend — balanced, refined, and expressive.
It provides a delicate herbal background, ideal for both savory dishes and healthy or sweet creations.
Recommended uses:
• Emulsions, broths, and flavored butters.
• Botanical oils or vinegars.
• Aromatizing roasted vegetables, legumes, or white fish.
• Infused in creams, yogurts, or citrus-based desserts.
Its balanced composition makes it a versatile seasoning with a natural and elegant profile.
Technical sheet
• Origin: Ecoherbes, Mediterranean organic cultivation
• Composition:
o 40 % Melissa officinalis (lemon balm) ORGANIC
o 20 % Thymus vulgaris (thyme) ORGANIC
o 20 % Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) ORGANIC
o 12 % Stevia rebaudiana bertoni (stevia) ORGANIC
o 8 % Origanum vulgare (oregano) ORGANIC
• Format: Blend of dried leaves and flowers
• Certification: Organic (ECO)
• Harvest: Manual and selective
• Drying: Natural, low temperature
• Use: Infusion / Mixology / Gastronomic cuisine
• Storage: Cool, dry place, protected from light
Gastronomic experience
Defending is a modern interpretation of Mediterranean herbalism — balanced, elegant, and vital.
Designed to awaken the senses and enhance well-being, it merges botanical tradition with gastronomic precision.
Each sip or culinary use reveals a new layer of its natural, clean, and harmonious character — a creation for those who understand excellence as a holistic experience.
