History and Origin

Guayaki Yerba Mate is a brand of yerba, a tea made from the leaves and stems of the Ilex paraguariensis plant native to South America. The yerba plant contains caffeine, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, polyphenols and amino acids.

Yerba has been consumed for centuries in South America, often shared from a hollowed gourd and filtered through a metal straw. This tradition symbolizes hospitality and awakens the mind.

Guayaki Yerba aims to share yerba with the world sustainably, while conserving the rainforest where it is sourced. The company was founded in 1996 after two friends were inspired by the tea’s nutritional benefits and stimulation.

Guayaki sells bottled and canned maté drinks in grapefruit ginger, orange, lemon, berry and more flavors. The caffeine content per bottle is similar to coffee. While safe in moderation, excessive yerba consumption can cause side effects from too much caffeine.

Compared to energy drinks, Guayaki maté beverages provide a less jarring caffeine boost that some describe as providing focus and euphoria but no crash later. Fans report sustained energy, mental clarity and improved wellbeing from drinking this South American beverage.

The Playadito yerba, from Argentina, offers a stronger, bitter taste but is also noted for its subtle sweetness and herbal tones. It’s packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

Guayaki yerba is made from the leaves and stems of the yerba mate plant. Unlike other stimulant beverages, it contains vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, polyphenols and amino acids as well as caffeine.

Guayaki is a fair-trade certified seller of organic yerba. Their sustainable business model allows them to increase investment in the local community and rainforest stewardship. The yerba is shade-grown by small farmers, improving the flavor and nutrition.

This caffeinated drink contains vitamins, calcium, manganese, iron, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, and zinc. It provides focus without causing jitters.

Guayakí probably has a lot of sugar and flavorings that cover the taste. I made iced yerba with fruit flavorings and sugar like Guayaki but still tasted the yerba flavor that I can’t detect in theirs.

Guayaki yerba is a tea made from the leaves and stems of the yerba mate plant. It contains vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and amino acids as well as caffeine but does not make the drinker jittery.

You’re probably wondering where this popular drink came from – well, let me tell you about the history and origin!

Enjoy the smooth full-bodied flavor and aroma of our premium rainforest-grown yerba. Packed with active compounds, our traditional yerba is sure to lift your spirit.

In addition to loose-leaf yerba, Guayaki sells canned and carbonated yerba drinks and energy shots. But can they replace your morning coffee?

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