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Are you looking for some coffee-like energy boost? Try some tea from a plant native to South America. Yerba Mate, or simply Mate Tea, has the strength of coffee, the benefits of tea and the satisfaction of chocolate. It contains almost as much caffeine as coffee, around 80 milligrams per cup.
Yerba Mate is a traditional beverage originating from South America. It is a loose-leaf tea made from the crushed, dried leaves of the yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis), which have been processed and packaged. What is the taste of Yerba Mate? It is unique – a distinct bitterness combines with earthy, herbal tones reminiscent of woods or greenery. Sometimes you can perceive smoky, nutty hints resulting from the drying process. However, the taste of the beverage may be milder if the Mate is prepared using hot but not boiling water, whereas cold Mate is fresher and less bitter.
Yerba Mate tastes like green tea but is far richer. The Coffee Friend assortment also offers green tea, which is usually characterised by its light sweetness and mild spiciness. Green tea is ideal for those who want to stay refreshed and maintain their energy naturally, avoiding the need for an extra source of caffeine. We have a wide variety of green teas that will allow you to enjoy both traditional and modern forms of tea.
Yerba Mate tea can be processed in various ways, but it is most commonly sold loose-leaf. Such tea is convenient to use because everyone can make a drink of the desired strength. Loose-leaf tea makes it easy to adapt the quantity of tea and is convenient to use for both single and refills. Once you’ve tried any loose-leaf tea, you’ll realise that the flavour and aroma of each tea develops most clearly in this way.
The growing interest in Yerba Mate has led to the appearance of a growing number of producers offering a wide range of flavour variations and quality levels. As Mate is gaining ground in the global market, it is important to understand which brands to choose so that you can ensure not only a tasty but also a high-quality product. Different producers offer unique blends, each processed using different methods and based on traditions. A variety of ingredients can be used in the production process, which determine the flavour notes of the tea.
Yaguar Yerba Mate tea, for example, is made from carefully selected teas grown in the rainforests of the Paraná Basin. The packaging of this tea is decorated with jaguars, which are considered a symbol of power by indigenous South American tribes. Yaguar tea is exceptional because of its traditional drying methods and its maturation process, which takes up to 18 months. In addition to the traditional Mate green tea, Yaguar tea producers offer other flavours such as citrus, mint, vanilla and spice.
The Verde Mate is another choice. This producer offers the revolutionary Coffee Tostada, which combines a blend of real Mate and premium quality coffee. Yerba Mate dried herbs, roasted in a special oven until lightly browned, are the perfect match for carefully selected, aromatic coffee. This blend can be enjoyed on its own or with a splash of warm milk.
Even the best quality Mate herbs can lose their magic if the tea is prepared without knowledge or effort. The easiest way to prepare Mate tea is to use tea bags. If you prefer crushed leaves, you can pour hot water over them or use a tea strainer. But if you want to try the traditional Yerba Mate ritual, we recommend using special Mate accessories : a cup called a Calabash and a pipe known as a Bombila. The mate calabash, made from natural materials, helps brew the tea leaves properly and keeps the drink at the right temperature for a long time. The Mate bombilla, is equipped with a filter to allow the infusion of the drink and avoid you to suck the mate leaves during the tasting.
If you want to discover a delicious tea, the Coffee Friend team is here to help. The selection ranges from well-known teas to more sophisticated varieties. Just get in touch with our consultants and we’ll provide you with the information and guidance to make your tea experience the best it can be!
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