How to Make Yerba Mate
How to Make Yerba Mate
Scroll down for easy instructions on the different ways to brew yerba mate.
Brew Yerba Mate Tea Bags
Tea bags are a convenient way to prepare yerba mate. Follow these simple steps to make a delicious mug every time!
- Add 1-2 yerba mate tea bags to a mug.
- Moisten the tea bags with cool water.
- Fill the mug with 170°F water.
- Steep 5 minutes and remove tea bags.
- Flavor to taste.
Brew Loose Yerba Mate
Loose yerba mate is super versatile. It’s also the most ECO — ecological and economical!
- Add 1-2 TBS of yerba mate to a French press or strainer.
- Moisten the herb with cool water.
- Add 8 oz of 170°F water.
- Steep 5 minutes and strain.
- Flavor to taste.
Prepare Yerba Mate with a Gourd and Bombilla
The traditional yerba mate sharing circle is a great way to catch up with old friends or make new ones!
- Fill a yerba mate gourd ⅔ with loose yerba mate.
- Tap the loose yerba mate to one side to create a pit.
- Moisten the pit with cool water.
- Insert a bombilla into the pit.
- Pour small sips of 150°F water into the pit.
- Share and enjoy!
Read more about sharing traditional yerba mate here.
Make Iced Yerba Mate with a Bombilla (a.k.a. Tereré)
Tereré is a refreshing summer treat. It's very popular in Paraguay and northern Argentina. Try it and you’ll soon discover why!
- Prepare a pitcher of ice-cold limeade or another refreshing beverage of your choice.
- Fill a small glass or metal cup ⅔ with loose yerba mate.
- Insert a bombilla all the way down into the cup.
- Pour small sips into the cup.
- Share and enjoy!
Read more about tereré here.