Yerba Mate Cut and Sifted 4 oz, Loose Leaf Yerba Mate Tea

Yerba mate loose leaf, cut and sifted, 4 oz. Ilex paraguariensis, grown and harvested in Brazil. One ingredient, nothing added.

How to make yerba mate tea

Add 1 to 2 teaspoons to 8 fl oz of hot, not boiling, water. Cover and steep for 3 to 5 minutes, then strain. The temperature is the part people get wrong. Boiling water scorches the leaf and turns the cup harsh and bitter, so take the kettle off before it boils, or let it stand a minute first.

What it tastes like

Grassy and bold, closer to a green tea than to a herbal infusion, with a savoury, slightly smoky edge and a clean bitterness at the end. People who like strong green tea usually take to it straight away. If it comes out sharp, the water was too hot or it steeped too long.

It does contain caffeine

Yerba mate is one of a small number of plants that naturally contain caffeine, and it is the only herb in this range that does. That is the main reason people drink it, and the main reason some people avoid it in the evening. We do not test each lot for caffeine, so we do not print a milligram figure.

What is in the bag

Cut and sifted yerba mate leaf and stem, and nothing else. One ingredient, no fillers, no flavouring, nothing added. It is loose leaf, so you decide the strength.

What yerba mate is

A holly, Ilex paraguariensis, native to the subtropical forest of South America. The leaf is dried, aged and cut, and it has been drunk daily for centuries across Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay and southern Brazil, traditionally from a gourd through a metal straw called a bombilla, passed round a group. This bag is from Brazil.

How to store it

Tightly closed in a dry place at room temperature, 59 to 86°F (15 to 30°C), as printed on the bag.

Frequently asked questions

How do you make yerba mate tea?
Add 1 to 2 teaspoons to 8 fl oz of hot, not boiling, water, cover, and steep 3 to 5 minutes, then strain. Because it is cut and sifted the pieces are small, so a fine mesh tea strainer or a glass infuser holds them better than a wide colander.

Does yerba mate have caffeine?
Yes. Yerba mate naturally contains caffeine, and it is the only herb in our Just Herbs range that does. We do not test each lot for it, so we do not print a milligram figure. If you want a caffeine free cup instead, the rest of the loose leaf range is caffeine free.

What does yerba mate taste like?
Grassy and bold, more like a strong green tea than a herbal infusion, with a savoury, slightly smoky edge and a clean bitter finish. If yours tastes harsh, the water was boiling or it sat too long. Hot, not boiling, and 3 to 5 minutes.

Is this loose leaf, and do I need a gourd?
It is loose leaf, cut and sifted, so no gourd is needed. It works in a teapot, a French press, a tea ball or a strainer. If you do want the traditional method, a gourd and a bombilla work with this leaf exactly as they would with any loose mate.

Is it organic, and where does it come from?
It is organic or wildcrafted yerba mate from Brazil, and the country of origin is printed on the bag.

Where can I buy loose leaf yerba mate?
Here. Orders leave in 1 to 2 business days, and we ship worldwide with duty pre paid for most countries. The strainers and infusers are in tea essentials, and the rest of the loose herbs are in loose leaf herbs and teas.

¿Cómo se prepara la yerba mate?
Agregue de 1 a 2 cucharaditas de yerba mate a 8 fl oz de agua caliente, no hirviendo. Tape y deje reposar de 3 a 5 minutos, luego cuele. El agua hirviendo quema la hoja y el sabor sale amargo. Nuestra bolsa trae 4 oz de yerba mate orgánica o silvestre de Brasil, cortada y tamizada, un solo ingrediente. Contiene cafeína de forma natural.

PRECAUTIONS

• Yerba mate naturally contains caffeine. If you are sensitive to caffeine, or you are limiting it, take that into account, and be aware of any other caffeine you drink in the same day.
• Not for use during pregnancy or nursing.
• Not recommended for anyone under 18.
• Individuals with known medical conditions should consult a physician before use.
• Keep out of reach of children.

DIRECTIONS:

Yerba mate is traditionally prepared as a tea, infusion or beverage. To prepare as a tea, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of yerba mate to 8 fl oz of hot, not boiling, water. Cover and steep for 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat, strain, then enjoy. Boiling water scorches the leaf and makes the cup harsh, so let the kettle stand a minute first.

Store tightly closed in a dry place at room temperature, 59 to 86°F (15 to 30°C).

• Processing Time: Orders ship within 1 to 2 business days.
• Refunds: 100% satisfaction guarantee. Contact within 30 days of receipt, return unused portions at your expense, and receive a full refund upon receipt.
• Customs Duty Tax: Pre-paid and covered for most countries.