no. 23

green yerba mate

Energizing and refreshing, Illex Paraguariensis, or yerba mate as it is more commonly known, is an excellent alternative to traditional tea and is an herbaceous infusion with a history all its own. This widely consumed beverage, beloved by the Argentine people, enjoys a unique profile of slightly toasty (not smokey), yet delicate aromatics. Grab your rebenque and poncho, and sip from a traditional gourd and bombilla and imagine yourself exploring the Pampas.

About No. 23, Green Yerba Mate

Energizing and refreshing, Illex Paraguariensis, or yerba mate as it is more commonly known, is an excellent alternative to traditional tea and is an herbaceous infusion with a history all its own. This widely consumed beverage, beloved by the Argentine people, enjoys a unique profile of slightly toasty (not smokey), yet delicate aromatics.

Grab your rebenque and poncho, and sip from a traditional gourd and bombilla and imagine yourself exploring the Pampas. Yerba mate is part of the holly family and contains less caffeine than coffee, and slightly more than traditional tea. 

Organic, fair trade.

 

  • brewing

    For Teapot:  

    • 1-2 tsp per 8oz/250ml of water  
    • 175ºF/80ºC  (Bring fresh, cold spring water to a boil. Remove from heat, and set aside 3 minutes.)  
    • Moisten leaves with cold water, and then add hot water.  
    • Brew 5-7 minutes  
    • Good for 2 infusions 

    Brewing Instructions for Mate Gourd: Remember to cure your gourd according to manufacturer's instructions, or learn how to here. To brew, fill gourd 2/3 full with loose mate leaves. Add a small amount of cold water to moisten leaves, and gently stir. Next, bring fresh, cold spring water to a boil, let cool to 150ºF/66ºC, and pour over leaves to cover. Allow mate to brew for 1-2 minutes, and enjoy. Refill gourd with water as necessary. Avoid stirring the mate with your bombilla, as that can clog it. 

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