Yerba mate is a caffeinated beverage naturally rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. It provides a steady energy boost that can feel more balanced than coffee, without the quick spikes and crashes.

The taste is herbaceous, slightly bitter and mineral, with a deep and earthy aroma. Depending on how it is prepared, it can also have nuances of olive leaf and toasted nuts.

Traditionally, yerba mate is brewed in a mate cup and drunk through a metal tube called a bombilla . It can be enjoyed both hot and cold, often with honey or lemon for a milder taste.

What makes this Yerba maté so good?

This yerba mate consists only of whole leaves that are dried with hot air. It gives a mild and balanced taste, which is completely smoke-free . Our other variant, standard yerba mate , is a mixture of whole and chopped leaves, which gives a slightly stronger brew than this variant. When yerba mate is mentioned negatively, it is because of the smoke that is used to dry and flavor, but our variants are made completely without the use of smoke.

What makes Yerba maté so good?

• High caffeine content (85gr per cup) keeps you alert and mentally focused
• Contains antioxidants, including polyphenols
• Does not have the same stress-relieving effect as coffee

Just as tea is more popular than coffee in China, yerba mate is more popular than coffee in many South American countries.