What You Need To make it, pack the leaves into a hollow gourd until half full. Place hand on top, turn upside-down, shake, turn on side and shake again. Insert metal bombilla into empty space next to leaves. Use tablespoon per ounces of water, steep minutes, presto! Tea bags too mild for my taste, good … Read more
Mate has an earthy, vegetal taste. The flavor varies by region. It’s strong and bitter like black tea. Mate contains caffeine like coffee, but doesn’t cause jitters. It has adaptogenic properties to regulate body systems. The leaves are steeped to make a tea-like drink. It’s traditionally shared communally in South America. New drinkers may add … Read more
This herbal infusion originated in the Gran Chaco region of South America, which is now home to Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Bolivia. The indigenous Guarani people discovered it and believed it to be a gift from the gods. They used it for medicinal and spiritual purposes. In the 17th century, it became a chief export … Read more
This herbal tea is popular in parts of South America. The leaves and twigs of the plant are dried, typically over a fire, and steeped in hot water to make a tea. It contains about 78 mg of caffeine per cup, which is typically more than regular tea but less than coffee. Energy boost without … Read more
Where is this unique South American drink found? The herb is a commodity made from the Ilex paraguariensis plant. The cultural significance cannot be overstated. The energy boost is more subtle and lasts longer than energy drinks. Not only did it reduce appetite, but it helps you poop! It is possible to grow the herb … Read more
It is served with a metal straw in a container typically made from a calabash gourd, but also made from a cattle horn. As a beginner, it’s best to keep it simple with a handmade set from Argentina with a straw and spoon. To prepare mate, fill the gourd with yerba and add 176oF water. … Read more
A traditional South American drink consumed for centuries, maté is made by steeping dried leaves from the maté plant in hot water. Containing 85mg of caffeine per cup, less than coffee but more than tea, maté may increase energy levels and make you feel less tired. In moderate amounts, drinking maté has been linked to … Read more
Mate is a tea made from the leaves of the Ilex paraguariensis plant native to parts of South America. It is a popular beverage in Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, Brazil and Chile. The traditions around drinking the herbal infusion began with indigenous tribes who viewed it as a gift. Cowboys called gauchos adopted the custom and … Read more
Mate tea has about 70mg of caffeine per 5 oz cup. This is just less than coffee at 85 mg. A tea bag of mate has 30-50mg. This equals green tea. How much of this South American tea is safe per day? Mate leaves contain 1-1.5% caffeine. The caffeine content of mate tea is 20-180mg … Read more
What is the ratio of yerba mate to water? Enjoy your perfectly brewed yerba mate! Two important factors to consider are water hardness and water pH. Water hardness refers to the mineral content in the water, mainly calcium and magnesium. For a stronger infusion, try gradually increasing the amount of yerba mate until you find … Read more
