Keeping your mate and bombilla in top shape is just as important as the yerba itself;  it ensures that you get the most out of your yerba experience, saves you tons of money and keeps you healthy as well. If not properly cared for, mates and bombillas can accumulate mold and other harmful substances over time. …
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There is nothing worst than wanting to drink out of that fancy gourd that you bought on your last trip to Argentina and suddenly finding out that it now has it’s own eco-system living inside it. This situation kind of reminds me of the movie Men In Black, when Will Smith opens a locker and …
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Yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis) is mainly known for its use in the preparation of two types of drinks, mate, also known as chimarrão, and  tereré. Though these two drinks present similar preparation techniques, they certainly  have characteristics of their own. Mate & Tereré Both mate and tereré are typical drinks in  South America, originating from the region between …
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1. To start the day: Rosamonte Clássica Rosamonte Clássica brewed with water at 80°C  is sure to get you up and running. Add no sweeteners if you’re brave. The taste is quite strong, making it the perfect yerba to get you ready for a long day of work. 2. For reading: La Tranquera Fairly acceptable yerba for an unbeatable …
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How much yerba mate should you drink? I guess there is no single answer to this question because much depends on the habits, health and particularities of each consumer. Despite of this, it is safe to say that excesses should always be avoided. In general, there is no limitation to how much yerba mate you can …
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Yerba mate is a great and healthy drink. Most of the newcomers usually stumble upon  mate, while searching for other topics such as weight loss and healthy foods. I guess the one article that no yerba mate site can do without, is an article explaining the health benefits of yerba mate. So without further adieu, here …
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If you want to start drinking mate, then you might as well get familiar with the different yerba mate blends out there. Although this might seem like a little bit of overkill for all of you mate pros, it is definitely an important piece of information for the newbies. Most mate brands on the market …
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Although many hardcore materos out there would mostly likely laugh at the idea of adding anything other than yerba to their mate, it is not at all uncommon to “pimp up” your drink with all kinds of delicious flavors. There are several reasons why you would want to add different ingredients to your yerba, but …
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