Mate, a Paraguayan drink

Yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis) – ground leaf mixture from South America

Mate is an iconic South American drink that has won the hearts of people around the world. In the traditional culture of Paraguay, Argentina, Uruguay, and Brazil, it is more than just a drink – it is a ritual, a social act, and a natural source of energy.

Our yerba maté comes from high-quality plantations and is dried using a method that preserves its strong aroma and high content of natural alkaloids.

⚡ Why drink maté?

• ☕ Natural source of caffeine – stimulates the body and mind without a sudden „caffeine shock“
• 💡 Supports concentration and mental alertness – ideal for work, study, or creative activities
• 💚 Rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals – a powerful adaptogen and immunostimulant
• 🧘 Aids digestion and detoxification – traditionally drunk after meals for relaxation and lightness
• 👥 A shared ritual of connection – drunk from a calabash gourd in a circle of friends, served with a bombilla

🧉 How to prepare mate?

1. Fill the calabash gourd 1/3 to 2/3 full with dried yerba
2. Tilt the contents to one side and insert the bombilla
3. Pour in hot water (~70–80 °C, not boiling!)
4. Let it steep for a few seconds and enjoy your first sip
5. You can refill it repeatedly – mate retains its flavor even after several infusions

Don’t have a calabash? No problem! Yerba mate can also be prepared as tea in a French press or strainer.

⚠️ Warning:

Contains caffeine. Not recommended for children, pregnant or breastfeeding women. Use with caution if you are hypersensitive to caffeine.

Mate – the energy of nature that has been bringing people together for centuries.

🌿 Drink it slowly. Drink it with respect. And share it with others.