Trader Joe’s Overview Trader Joe’s this South American beverage has caffeine levels comparable to other popular beverages. It offers a balanced combination of caffeine, theobromine, and theophylline. This herbal drink is traditionally grown and consumed in South America. Originating in Paraguay, it has a rich cultural significance. Caffeine Content Trader Joe’s this herbal infusion provides … Read more
Caffeine and Other Compounds The tea contains caffeine, theobromine, and theophylline. Caffeine content varies between 0.7% and 1.7% of dry weight, concentrated in the leaves. We’ll look at factors affecting caffeine content like brewing methods and steeping time. This tea can be a great alternative for those more sensitive to coffee. Guayaki Yerba Mate contains … Read more
It is a traditional South American drink made from the leaves of a plant called Ilex paraguariensis. It’s often shared socially and seen as a way to energize. It contains caffeine and antioxidants. It may have health benefits but also some risks if consumed excessively or at very high temperatures. Research shows it can help … Read more
What is Yerba Mate Kombucha Kombucha is a fermented tea with probiotic properties and health-promoting compounds. Yerba mate is a traditional South American drink made from yerba mate plant leaves. It provides a caffeinated boost and antioxidants. Yerba mate contains nutrients like vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, antioxidants and more! With over 100mg of caffeine per … Read more
Brewing Methods Hot mate tea can also be brewed using a French press or other suitable equipment. An easy way of preparing hot mate tea is to buy mate tea bags and make a cup of hot tea the same way as with a regular tea bag. When using a tea bag, the mate tea … Read more
The tea is sold in New York. We offer mate, mate gourds, and bombilla straws with free shipping and a money-back guarantee. We are based in NYC so order processing and shipping only takes 1-3 days. Check cafes in NYC that serve it like Mate Bros in Brooklyn or Yerba Mate House in Queens for … Read more
What can you add to maté to make it taste better? Maté is a species of the holly genus (Ilex), used to make a beverage known as mate. Experiment with flavors like lemon, mint, or honey. A dollop of honey and splash of creamer enhance the taste. Adding herbs like mint leaves or lemongrass provide … Read more
Does mate have toxins? Mate is an herbal tea made from the leaves and twigs of the Ilex paraguariensis tree. It has been widely consumed in South America for centuries. Some research shows mate has health benefits like decreasing cholesterol, protecting the liver, stimulating the brain, and protecting the heart. However, mate may also have … Read more
Mate is a species of the holly genus (Ilex), with the botanical name Ilex paraguariensis A. It is traditionally consumed in central and southern regions of South America, primarily in Paraguay, as well as in Argentina, Uruguay, southern and central-western Brazil, the Chaco region of Bolivia and southern Chile. Mate was first cultivated and used … Read more
It’s an herb, like oregano, mint and parsley. South Americans safely drink 1–4 liters of it per day. In North America and Europe, it’s common for drinkers to consume 1–2 liters per day. The recommended amount is around 3-4 cups. As an herb, it appears to be an adaptogen. It’s packed with vitamins, minerals, polyphenols … Read more
