Steeping Method To make cold brew, infuse the leaves in cold water, often with lemon or lime. Unlike hot brewing, cold brewing offers a milder, less astringent cup of tea. Mix one part leaves with four parts cold water. This ratio is a starting point. Adjust to suit your taste. Use high-quality, organic, fair-trade leaves. … Read more
Mate stays fresh for up to 6-12 months when properly stored. Simply leave it in its original packaging, sealing the opening as best as possible. Keep the bag in a cool, dry, dark area, away from extreme temperature changes. Room temperature is best. I’ve stored it on bookshelves for years and it works well. When … Read more
Caffeine Content A cup of yerba typically has about 85 milligrams of caffeine, while a cup of coffee contains about 95. The South American herb is more caffeinated than regular black tea, but less than coffee. Drinking the caffeinated tea provides some of the improved focus and mood from drinking coffee — but less. The … Read more
The caffeine content of mate tea varies between 20mg and 180mg per cup, depending on the brewing method. On average, a cup of mate tea contains about 70 mg of caffeine, while a cup of coffee averages at 120 mg. Besides caffeine difference, green tea has lighter, arid taste and shorter steep time compared to … Read more
This tea can make people feel more awake. Some report warmer or happier feelings. The improved mood comes from theobromine, like in chocolate. Unlike coffee, it causes steady energy, not jitters. South Americans safely drink 1-4 liters daily. In the U.S. and Europe, drinkers have 1-2 liters per day. This infusion is possibly unsafe in … Read more
To make sure you’re pronouncing it properly in conversations with native speakers, it can be helpful to practice beforehand and listen carefully to their pronunciation as well. The word can be divided into three syllables: ‘yer,’ ‘ba,’ and ‘mate.’ To improve pronunciation, here are three tips to keep in mind: Emphasize the first syllable ‘yer’ … Read more
Steeping Time How long does mate need to steep? Mate is an herb native to South America and is used to make the national drink of Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay and Southern Brazil. The mate plant is a species of holly (Ilex paraguariensis A.). It’s traditionally consumed in central and southern regions of South America, primarily … Read more
Yerba mate is a traditional South American drink made from the dried leaves of the Ilex paraguariensis plant. This caffeinated beverage was called “the drink of the gods” by indigenous South Americans. In addition to caffeine, it contains many nutrients like antioxidants, polyphenols, flavonoids and tannins. These compounds provide anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory and other health benefits. … Read more
The popular Guayaki drink contains 150 mg per 16 oz can. This is a pretty standard amount of caffeine to find in an energy drink. On average, a 12-ounce serving of Guayaki contains about 30-50 milligrams of caffeine, similar to a cup of black tea. Guayaki contains natural compounds like caffeine, theobromine, and theophylline. However, … Read more
Brewed traditionally, 50 grams of mate and 500 ml of water contain around 200 milligrams of caffeine. That’s double the 100 mg of caffeine in a cup of coffee. Green tea has 28 mg per cup. Mate provides the highest energy boost. Besides different caffeine levels, green tea has a lighter, arid taste and a … Read more
