Curing a Mate Gourd
To cure a mate gourd, put moist yerba inside and add warm water. Let sit 24 hours. Remove yerba, rinse, and scrape inside skin off. Always handwash gourds with warm water. Rinse after use, dry at an angle for air circulation to prevent mold. Modern curing clears insides out in 20 minutes. Using a Mate … Read more