Yerba Mate Guides

Why You Should Ditch Coffee and Tea for Yerba Mate

6 min read

Of course, yerba mate is much more than a cool trend. For many, it’s an integral part of their culture. For others, it’s a great nutritional alternative to coffee and tea. Today we’ll go over the big benefits of yerba mate, so you can decide whether you want to try a sip! Warning: after reading this article, you may just become a mate enthusiast.

The Health Benefits of Yerba Mate

4 min read

Can Yerba Mate help you lose weight? How much caffeine is Yerba Mate? Is it safe to drink during pregnancy? Can Yerba Mate cause cancer? Can it help prevent it? Is yerba high in antioxidants? What are Yerba Mate’s side effects?

Brazil Chimarrão Yerba Mate Introduction and How To Prepare It

8 min read

Chimarrão (pronounced shee-ma-HA-oom) is the name of a caffeinated drink made from Ilex paraguariensis (in Portuguese, ‘erva-mate’) and hot water. It is a type of mate drunk in the southern regions of Brazil.

How to Choose a Yerba Mate Cup in 2 Steps

5 min read

Are you excited about starting to drink mate but not sure where to begin? Are you overwhelmed with all the options available? If so, this is the guide for you. We have narrowed down the main aspects to consider when choosing a mate cup and created an easy 2-step tutorial.

Yerba Mate Plantations You Can Visit

6 min read

To find yerba mate - also known as “green gold” - head straight to Northeastern Argentina. There, in the far-up provinces of Misiones and Corrientes, you’ll find yerba mate plantations where your favorite herb is harvested.

Yerba Mate vs. Green Tea : Which Drink Is Better?

7 min read

Yerba mate and green tea are both known for their health benefits. So which drink is healthier? Here's your ultimate yerba mate vs. green tea guide.

Yerba Mate vs Matcha: What's the Difference?

7 min read

While the two drinks are incredibly good for you with a variety of health benefits, explore the difference between yerba mate vs matcha.

What Does Mold Look Like In A Yerba Mate Gourd?

3 min read

It can be understandably freighting to see what could potentially be mold inside your yerba mate gourd. A step-by-step guide on how to clean your gourd.

Making Kombucha Yerba Mate at Home: A Step-By-Step Guide

4 min read

Get cozy this fall with a steaming cup of yerba mate kombucha. Our how-to guide lets you enjoy this tasty beverage from the comfort of your own home.

How to Grow a Yerba Mate Tree

4 min read

Are you interested in growing healthy plants on your property? Have you ever thought about a yerba mate plant? Not only are yerba mate plants easy to grow, but their leaves also have many health benefits.

Does Yerba Mate Expire or Go Stale?

5 min read

Whether you are just learning about yerba mate now or have been drinking that stuff for years, one question that commonly arises is: does yerba mate expire?

Smoked vs. Unsmoked Yerba Mate: Can Smoked Yerba Mate Cause Cancer?

6 min read

We'll talk about two processes that result in two different types of yerba: smoked yerba mate and unsmoked yerba mate and the question of whether smoked yerba mate can cause cancer.

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