Organic Islands is a constantly growing, innovative company in the field of production and processing of organic aromatic and medicinal plants and herbs, with commercial presence in dozens of points of sale in Greece and abroad. The company was founded in 2010 on the island of Naxos and was the first company in Cyclades in this sector.
Our main goal is the creation of organically certified high quality products, which will meet the requirements of the most challenging consumers both in Greece and abroad.
Being pioneers in our field, we combine tradition with modern technology to produce unique top quality products. The unique climate and soil, the clean environment that characterizes the island of Naxos and the mountains of northern Greece combined with our certified organic practices, guarantee top quality herbs, extremely rich in flavor and essential oils.
The fact that Organic Islands has vertically integrated production processes, makes us capable of having complete control and responsibility for the quality of our products, from the initial planting of the herbs in our fields, until their final packaged form that consumers receive in their hands. At present we cultivate 100,000 square meters of privately owned fields with 16 species of herbs and citrus fruits, whereas for the processing and packaging our products we own two modern fully equipped units.
Production at all stages is certified by independent organizations (DIO) and the company follows the procedures and practices that ensure the health and safety of its products, according to EN ISO 22000: 2005 standards.
Lemonbalm – Organic Islands
Lemonbalm (Melissa Officinalis) is a very common plant in mediterranean countries. In Greece it can be found almost everywhere.
It has a light lemon scent, is rich in nectar and thus it is cultivated for feeding bees. In the ancient years it was considered the elixir of youth and thus alchemists and priests would use it to produce suitable potions.
Ingredients: Organic Lemonbalm leaves.
Herb with a distinctive lemon scent. Beverage from lemon balm leaves has been traditionally used for its calming properties, for soothing sleeplessness and mild stress.
It is used also for its anti-spasmodic, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant impact, as well as a booster of the circulatory system and the heart.
It is considered to sooth various conditions of the digestive system. Various studies show that it enhances mental clarity and memory and loosens the muscles.
Directions: For herbal tea. Add one teaspoon of herb per cup of hot water and steep covered, for 4-5 minutes. Strain and enjoy hot or iced, plain or add sweetener to taste.
In cooking gives fragrance and flavor to sauces and salads, cocktails and ice creams. It can be combined with cold lemonade
