Yerba Mate Orange Exuberance
Yerba Mate Orange Exuberance is a delightful beverage offering a unique and refreshing flavor experience. Upon taking the first sip, you are immediately greeted with a burst of tangerine flavor – vibrant, tangy, reminiscent of biting into a juicy tangerine. What sets it apart is its easy-drinking nature. It is not overly sweet with well-integrated flavors and a mellow quality. I find it best enjoyed chilled.
The combination of orange and the South American plant creates a refreshing citrusy flavor delighting the taste buds.
You can get a natural juicy, zesty and sweet orange and tangerine flavor with a sour lime note. Canned tea boosts your energy anytime, anywhere conveniently.
If you are not sure which Guayakí Yerba Mate flavor is for you, the popular ones are Orange Exuberance with its natural orange/tangerine taste and slight lime sourness, Bluephoria, Lemon Elation, Tropical Uprising, Enlighten Mint, Revel Berry, Blackberry Mint, Lima Limon, Grapefruit Ginger, Cranberry Pomegranate, and Classic Gold.
How do you make the South American plant taste good?
Start by adding one teaspoon into a mug or gourd. Add four ounces of boiling water for one teaspoon. Let it steep for two to three minutes, stirring occasionally. To make your drink taste better, choose raw sugar, honey or agave nectar to provide subtle sweetness and richness to the taste. A squeeze of lemon or lime juice will give your drink an invigorating zing! You can also opt for adding oranges and strawberries for a delightful fruity flavor experience.
Brewing Recommendations
When preparing the herb, use about three spoonfuls per cup. Add cold water first to cover the leaves before adding hot water. Let sit for two minutes. The recommended brewing temperature is 60 to 65 degrees Celsius.
It is difficult to establish a single calorie figure for all cases because the types and mate sizes vary. However, in Uruguay herbs have 30-35 calories per 50 grams. So if your mate has 100 grams, there will be 60 calories. These figures do not change with accessories added. Even “heavy” compound herbs bring fewer calories.
Originally used by ancient Guaraní people, the South American plant was a drink and currency exchanged with other cultures.
Some flavors to try are mint, rosemary, sage, and spearmint combined with the herb. The finished products are light and refreshing with a hint of spice.