Yerba mate is a tea made from the leaves and twigs of the yerba mate plant. This herbal tea has a unique flavor and contains antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. It can be prepared hot or cold. Cold brewing preserves the nutrients. To cold brew, use a ratio of one part yerba mate to … Read more
What is South American Tea? The South American tea is a traditional drink made from the leaves and twigs of the Ilex paraguariensis plant. The leaves are dried over a fire and then steeped in hot water to make the tea. It has a strong, earthy flavor with slightly bitter edges. It provides an energy … Read more
It is a traditional South American drink made from the dried leaves of an evergreen holly, native to South America. Drinking the tea is often social. It has been said to offer the “strength of coffee, the health benefits of tea, and the euphoria of chocolate.” It was called “the drink of the gods” by … Read more
This South American beverage contains less sugar than most caffeinated drinks. This allows the health benefits to shine without excess sugar. It has a naturally sweet taste from its compounds. It contains no added sugars. One serving (50 grams in 500 ml of water) provides: very low calories, fat, sodium and carbs, beneficial for weight … Read more
What is Mate Tea? Does mate give you a buzz? Its caffeine content provides a steady energy boost from theobromine and caffeine. South Americans safely drink 1-4 liters daily. In North America and Europe, drinking 1-2 liters daily is common. It is consumed as a morning pick-me-up. However, South Americans drink it all day. Taste … Read more
The best time to drink it is in the morning, after or during a meal. A meal high in fat and protein, and low in carbs is even better as some studies suggest this can help combat anxiety. Due to its caffeine content, one cup is best consumed more than three hours before bed. Consuming … Read more
Is the South American drink stronger than caffeine? The caffeinated beverage has about 70 mg of caffeine per cup. This gives an energy boost like coffee, without the jitters when it wears off. The tea, as it’s also called, has other health benefits too. What is the South American Drink? The leaves and twigs of … Read more
Origins The indigenous Guaraní first cultivated mate leaf. Its consumption was exclusive to two regions of Paraguay. After the Jesuits discovered its potential, mate leaf became widespread. By 1676, the main production was in Maracayú. Settlers from Asunción dominated production amidst mate forests. Conflict arose when settlers from Villa Rica and Ciudad Real moved into … Read more
Discover how to prepare mate in a gourd. You’ll need a gourd, loose leaf tea, hot water, and a bombilla for filtering leaves. Things to consider: mate contains caffeine, causing insomnia, nervousness, nausea. Preparing Mate Like a Professional By reading this post, you’ll learn to prepare mate like a professional server. The traditional method requires … Read more
