Mate is a plant from the holly family that grows in South America, especially Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Brazil. For centuries, people have used dried leaves of the plant as tea or infusion. Brewing Instructions The recommended water temperature for making the herbal drink is 150-175 degrees Fahrenheit. The exact temperature depends on the type … Read more
Since there are so many ways to make yerba mate without a gourd, I’ve listed the best way for each of the ten methods below. Never use boiling water. For every 8 ounces of fluid, use 1 tablespoon of the herb. Using a Tea Strainer and Yerba Mate The good thing about a tea strainer … Read more
What does yerba mate do to your body? This South American drink is full of nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants. It contains more active compounds than green tea. Yerba mate provides a natural energy boost similar to coffee but without the caffeine crash. It also has adaptogenic properties that promote calm. The … Read more
Besides the traditional hot mate tea, there is a cold version called tereré. Tereré is a cold-brewed mate ideal to refresh in summer. Mate Tea Preparation The tea is a versatile drink with different preparations. The traditional hot, bitter tea is the most common. However, it can be prepared as an infusion, the ‘yerba mate … Read more
Yerba Mate Overview Yerba mate is a tree originating in South America. Its leaves have been used for centuries to produce an energizing, caffeine-rich drink. This drink is popular in countries like Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay. It provides a natural source of caffeine, although less than coffee. It also contains antioxidants and other beneficial … Read more
It wasn’t until mate became more popularized and reached global markets that unsmoked mate started to come about. Many negative connotations are already associated with smoking of any kind, so naturally, you can assume this spread like wildfire. We now see articles coming out with sensational headlines like Drinking this tea is as dangerous as … Read more
The South American beverage is a traditional drink made from the dried leaves and twigs of the Ilex paraguariensis plant. It has a bold, earthy flavor with slight bitterness. The drink contains caffeine and is often consumed through a metal straw called a bombilla. As the herbal tea increases in global popularity, companies now offer … Read more
It should be limited to 1-2 cups per day. More can lead to health risks. Personal tolerance and health should guide daily intake. Consuming too much can increase cancer risk, digestive issues, heart rate and blood pressure. I told a doctor friend about it. She loves tea. She asked how much I drink daily. I … Read more
Nutrition and Health Benefits Whether mate is healthier than green tea depends on one’s health goals and needs. Mate has more vitamins and minerals. Green tea has more antioxidants. Mate tastes earthy and robust. Some find it acquired; others enjoy it immediately. Green tea tastes grassy, refreshing, and slightly bitter. Both provide energy. But mate … Read more
Is it OK to drink mate every day? Mate tea is commonly compared to green tea. In the strictest sense, it is an herbal tea. Mate appears to be adaptogenic. Like oregano and mint and parsley, mate is an herb. I find that this mate recipe provides the best focus and energy. I make about … Read more
