OVERVIEW:
Roasted maté tastes a bit like dark roasted coffee. It’s super rich and bold, with subtle caramel tones. Yerba maté (“the tea of the gods”) is the dried leaves and stems of a South American rainforest holly that is widely enjoyed around the world. It has the strength of coffee, the health benefits of tea, and the euphoria of chocolate. It contains 24 vitamins and minerals, 15 amino acids, and abundant polyphenols.
Traditionally the Maté Gourd and Bombilla (straw) are used for enjoying Yerba Maté. The gourd is filled three-quarters full with the leaves and after adding water, the brew is enjoyed by sipping through the bombilla.
LATIN:
Ilex Paraguariensis
ORIGIN:
South America
CULTIVATION:
Not known
BREWED COLOR AND TIME:
Amber - Steep tea for 3 to 5 minutes in simmering water (175ºF).
