Origin and Benefits Mate originates from South America. It’s an herbal tea made by steeping dried leaves and twigs of the holly plant. Mate contains antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. Hot and Cold Preparation Mate can be prepared hot, cold, or as a latte. Cold mate is called tereré. Tereré is popular in summer … Read more
This traditional South American drink is made from the leaves of the yerba mate plant steeped in hot water. It’s known for its invigorating taste and high caffeine content. This drink shows its properties for a relatively long time. For an experienced drinker, 2-3 servings a day should not be something extraordinary. Moderation is always … Read more
Contents This South American tea is made from the leaves of the Ilex paraguariensis plant. It contains caffeine, vitamins, and minerals. The beverage has several health benefits but may also have some risks. The caffeine content falls between coffee and tea. Like coffee and tea, brewing time affects caffeine levels. It contains high levels of … Read more
Caffeine content The leaves contain about 1-1.5% caffeine. An 8-ounce serving of yerba mate contains around 85 mg of caffeine on average. This is less than coffee, which has about 120 mg per 8 oz cup, but more than green tea, which has around 50 mg per 8 oz cup. The caffeine content can vary … Read more
Mate is a traditional South American drink made by steeping dried leaves and twigs of a holly tree-like plant (ilex paraguariensis) in hot water. This beverage has been enjoyed for centuries and is known for its unique earthy flavor and health benefits. The amount of mate needed per cup varies depending on personal preferences and … Read more
The South American beverage is known for its unique flavor and numerous health benefits. It is rich in antioxidants, provides an energy boost without the jitters, and aids digestion. The herbal tea is best when shared with friends and family. The leaves are dried, infused in hot water and sipped with a metal straw from … Read more
Yerba Mate Orange Exuberance Yerba Mate Orange Exuberance is a delightful beverage offering a unique and refreshing flavor experience. Upon taking the first sip, you are immediately greeted with a burst of tangerine flavor – vibrant, tangy, reminiscent of biting into a juicy tangerine. What sets it apart is its easy-drinking nature. It is not … Read more
YACHAK is owned by PepsiCo. The YACHAK brand’s five ready-to-drink, canned teas are available at retailers nationwide. The plant-based energy teas are USDA organic, non-GMO and made using Fair Trade Certified sugar. Through its partnership with One Tree Planted, YACHAK is working to restore nearly 300 acres of green space by planting over 500,000 trees … Read more
Mate is a South American plant with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Its leaves are used to make a tea-like beverage consumed like coffee. Mate was originally used by indigenous people in parts of Paraguay, Brazil, and Argentina. Today mate is consumed for its mental and physical health benefits which are higher than green tea or … Read more
Yerba mate is a tea made from the leaves of the Ilex paraguariensis plant. It contains minerals, vitamins, amino acids and caffeine. On average, a cup of yerba mate contains around 2 grams of sugar and 78 mg of caffeine. This is less sugar than sodas or fruit juices but more caffeine than tea. The … Read more
