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How much caffeine is in yerba mate vs coffee?

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The caffeine content of maté tea depends on the brewing method, varying between 20mg and 180mg per cup. On average, a cup of maté typically has about 85 mg. That means it has more caffeine than regular black tea, but less than coffee. Caffeine content Maté is made from the Ilex paraguariensis plant leaves. It … Read more

What did the indigenous use the drink for?

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Mate is an herbal tea from leaves of a South American holly tree called Ilex paraguariensis. For centuries, Guarani tribes used mate in rituals and gatherings to promote unity. They prepared it using gourds and bombillas. Over time, drinking mate took on spiritual meaning. Today mate remains popular across South America. The beverage contains vitamins, … Read more