Roasted Yerba Maté

Yerba Maté stands as one of South America's most cherished and widely consumed hot beverages. Crafted by brewing the dry roasted leaves of the Yerba Maté tree, a small evergreen member of the Holly family (Latin: Ilex paraguariensis), this drink holds a special place in the subtropical highlands of Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Argentina. It is a common sight to witness people sharing Yerba Maté outdoors, whether at the park or by the beach, in these countries. Revered as "The drink of the gods" by indigenous South Americans who have brewed it for centuries, Yerba Maté's legacy extends far back in time.

When the Jesuits arrived in the new world, they swiftly embraced the local tradition of consuming Yerba Maté as a tea. Initially, the leaves were harvested exclusively from wild trees. By the 1770s, the drink had gained immense popularity across the continent, finding a place in most households throughout the day. Traditionally enjoyed from a gourd, called a maté, and sipped through a filtered straw known as a bombilla, Yerba Maté was often served in elaborately silver-gilded matés and bombillas. One historical account of a European traveler to Argentina marveled, “There is no house, rich or poor, where there is not always maté on the table, and it is nothing short of amazing to see the luxury spent on maté utensils."

In recent years, the global popularity of Yerba Maté has grown, captivating people as an alternative to tea and coffee. Our roasted maté exudes a delightful combination of astringency, smoothness, and roasted character derived from the careful roasting of the leaves after plucking. It serves as a perfect morning pick-me-up, boasting a mildly stimulating quality and a rich dose of Vitamin C, natural nutrients, and antioxidants. It is said in parts of South America "when one offers maté, he offers friendship." Today, we offer you this delicious roasted maté, inviting you to brew a cup and immerse yourself in its historic legacy.