Yerba Maté

Ilex paraguariensis | Energy · Focus · Antioxidant · Contains Natural Caffeine

Across Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and southern Brazil, a shared gourd and metal straw are still passed hand to hand every single day — a ritual the Guaraní people began centuries ago and one that remains as culturally central as coffee or tea anywhere else in the world.

Yerba mate's traditional energizing reputation is backed by natural caffeine content — an important distinction from nearly every other herb in this catalog — alongside chlorogenic acid, studied in preclinical research for antioxidant activity.* Clinical research has also explored yerba mate's relationship to cholesterol levels already within normal range and normal, healthy focus and alertness.*

Why Yerba Maté?

• May support normal, healthy energy and alertness levels*
• May support cholesterol levels already within normal range*
• May support normal, healthy focus and cognitive alertness*
• May support the body's normal, healthy inflammatory response*
• Contains natural caffeine — a distinction from most of our catalog
• Robust, slightly smoky-green flavor
• Rooted in centuries of Guaraní and South American tradition
• Antioxidant profile studied alongside green tea in research comparisons*

How to Brew

1. Heat water to 70–80°C (160–175°F) — not boiling
2. Add 1 tsp yerba mate to a cup, cover, and steep for 5 minutes
3. Traditionally enjoyed from a gourd with a metal straw (bombilla), but a regular cup and strainer work beautifully too

Traditional tip: Unlike most of our teas, yerba mate contains natural caffeine — think of it as a flavorful, antioxidant-rich alternative to your morning coffee or black tea, best enjoyed earlier in the day.

Supplement Facts Summary

Serving size: 1 tsp (2g) loose leaf, approx. 45 servings per package. Key compounds: caffeine, chlorogenic acid, theobromine. Nutritional values are approximate and vary by harvest.

Bundle With

Yerba Maté pairs naturally with Hibiscus for an energizing iced blend.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this contain caffeine? Yes — unlike most herbs in our catalog, yerba mate naturally contains caffeine. Those sensitive to or avoiding caffeine should take note.

Is it safe during pregnancy? Consult your healthcare provider before use if pregnant or breastfeeding, due to the natural caffeine content.

Can I give this to kids? No — not recommended for children due to natural caffeine content.

Why can't I use boiling water? Traditional preparation uses water well below boiling to protect yerba mate's delicate compounds and flavor.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.