First Use of Gourd When drinking traditionally, we at ECOTEAS prefer a whole-plant cut with leaves and stem. This creates a smooth balance over pours. The leaves provide long-lasting vitality, while the stems lend subtle softness. We keep the powder content low to prevent bombilla clogging. A $40-50 hand-carved calabash gourd is worth it. The … Read more
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Mate contains about 78 mg of caffeine per 5 oz cup, which is just less than coffee at 85 mg. However, it provides a more sustainable energy boost without the jitters or crash some experience from coffee. An 8-ounce serving of brewed mate contains about 85 mg of caffeine compared to 130 mg in coffee … Read more
What are the health benefits of this herbal tea? This herbal tea is a plant native to South America. The leaves are used to make a tea that has been consumed for thousands of years. It contains caffeine, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. The tea is from the dried leaves of an evergreen holly, … Read more
How do you get used to the taste of maté? At this stage, your palate is fully developed and accustomed to maté. You can start tasting a variety of notes and flavors, both strong and subtle. Why is maté bitter? By selecting high-quality maté and experimenting with different brewing techniques and additions, you can make … Read more
Origin This South American drink is made from the leaves of a type of holly plant native to parts of South America. The Guarani indigenous people were the first to use the plant in medicinal treatments before Europeans arrived. It later became popular with South American cowboys who would drink it for energy and nutrition … Read more
A serving of Club-Mate contains 100 milligrams of caffeine compared to 16 grams of sugar. One tablespoon of Guayaki Traditional Mate contains ~80mg of caffeine. Up to 400 milligrams (mg) of caffeine a day appears to be safe for most healthy adults. That’s roughly the amount of caffeine in four cups of brewed coffee or … Read more
Overview This species of holly native to South America is commonly used to prepare a caffeinated drink known as mate. The leaves and stems are dried, chopped and steeped in hot water, similar to tea. Drinking mate is a popular social tradition in countries like Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay and southern Brazil. The taste is often … Read more
Playadito is an Argentine mate brand. The leaves are large, coarsely cut, and takes up a majority of the bag. Playadito is a light-bodied mate, often compared to drinking green tea because of its soft, mild, smooth mouth-feel. Although still stronger than other teas, it’s a good transition for someone getting into mate. From beginning … Read more
Mate is a traditional South American beverage made from the leaves of the yerba mate plant. This plant is native to parts of South America such as Paraguay, Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay. The leaves are dried and steeped in hot water to produce the mate tea which has a unique flavor combining earthiness of green … Read more
