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  • Cruz De Malta yerba mate 1 lb (500 g)

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    Cruz de Malta yerba mate

    • Cruz de Malta yerba mate hits the spot with a great combination of smooth and long lasting yerba. The yerba contains larger cut leaves to allow for the durability. 
    • This is the 500g (1lb) Cruz de Malta bag. Buy 2 or 3 of these to cover your monthly yerba needs.
    • Cruz de Malta has been in business since 1874 and is a favorite amongst yerba mate drinkers around the world. 
    • Recommend for: Cruz de Malta is in my personal rotation of yerba that I drink every month. It's great for people just starting out with yerba mate because of the smoother and lighter taste but also great for anyone due to the high quality of the Cruz de Malta brand.
    • Yerba content: 1lb (500g)
    • # of Servings: About 12-13 servings (Assumes 40g per serving)
    • Weight: 1lb 2 oz
    • Dimensions: 3in x 4in x 7.5in

    About Cruz de Malta

    Cruz de Malta Traditional is a very popular Argentine yerba mate brand made by big-name manufacturer Molinos. Cruz de Malta has been around since 1874, which makes it a dependable and classic blend with rich flavors. You truly can’t go wrong with Cruz de Malta. Even celebrities like Tim Ferriss have given shout-outs to Cruz de Malta. 

    Characteristics
    Yerba mate enthusiasts of Cruz de Malta Traditional say that it’s a brand you can count on. Cruz de Malta Traditional has a typical Argentine cut, with a nice balance of stems, leaves and dust. In fact, Cruz de Malta recently updated their blend to have larger leaves, so the flavor lasts longer. 

    The flavor of Cruz de Malta is likewise high-quality. Drinkers describe it as well-balanced, polished, and bold. Some say the taste is crisp and leafy, falling within the traditional flavor profile.

    Added Flavors
    Cruz de Malta Traditional has no special added flavors. Instead, it offers a classic yerba mate taste, with woody notes.

    Nutritional Information
    Cruz de Malta Traditional has a balanced flavor profile. In terms of gluten, the package doesn’t mention that it’s gluten-free so you should be careful if you’re celiac or gluten-sensitive.

    Beginner-Friendly Ranking
    Cruz de Malta Traditional is a top choice for beginners. Even though it’s a bit bolder than some other yerba mates, it’s beloved by many drinkers for its uplifting flavor and depth. It’s a must-try yerba mate that showcases traditional flavor at its finest. Plus, it’s more affordable than other brands.

    When does the yerba mate expire? All the yerba we ship has at least 12 months of shelf life before it expires.

    How long will this last me? If you drink one mate per day (about 40g of yerba), 500g of yerba will last you about 12 and a half days and 1000g is about 25 days. My method is to plan for 2 bags of 1kg yerba per month.

    How much caffeine is in yerba mate? About 80mg of caffeine per cup however the amount varies based on whether you are drinking using traditional or mate cocido prep methods.

    Where should I store yerba mate?
    Store in a dark, dry, and cool location like inside a cabinet.

    How do I keep the yerba mate fresh?
    After the bag is opened, you can either store the yerba in a sealable container or use a rubber band to keep the bag closed. Check out our yerberas and dispensers for optimal storage!

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    • Same Day Shipping for orders placed before 12 PM EST.
    • Your orders willl arrive within 2 - 5 business days.
    • We ship from Philadelphia to all 50 US States
    • Returns are allowed within 30 days of delivery
    • We want you to love your Yerba Crew products and yerba mate. Contact us at info@yerbacrew.com with any questions

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