Yerba Mate

What is yerba mate?

Yerba mate is an infusion of Paraguayan holly leaves found in South America in the Parana River basin. The name yerba mate was most probably invented by Jesuit monks and is derived from the Latin word herba - herb and the Indian word mati, or calabash. The tradition of the cultivation of Paraguay holly was developed and spread by Jesuit missionaries, and then by Spanish settlers, who learned about its existence and properties from the Indians.

Today, yerba mate tea is available in stores around the world and is an increasingly popular alternative to coffee or tea. We invite you to our store, where yerba mate is one of our bestsellers.

Is yerba mate healthy?

The advantages of Paraguayan yerba mate tea from the offer of our store can be described using a saying popular among lovers of Paraguayan holly infusion:

"Yerba mate has the power of coffee, the health benefits of tea and the joy of chocolate"

The infusion of the leaves of Paraguay not only gives a solid boost of energy, but also positively affects digestion and problems related to hypertension. It has antidepressant properties, which is why it is often used in the fight against depression.

Paraguayan tea, thanks to its caffeine content, is more stimulating than coffee, but at the same time it has no negative properties or side effects. Due to the lack of negative properties and medical contraindications, it is recommended for pregnant women who often choose yerba mate instead of coffee.

Properties of yerba mate

The properties and effects of yerba mate tea are the subject of many scientific and medical studies. Tea from the leaves of Paraguay is rich in most of the microelements needed for the proper functioning of the human body. Its use has a positive effect on the immune system, and thus protects the body against diseases. What does yerba mate help?

Stimulates and improves concentration (yerba mate contains caffeine)
Increases the overall level of the body's immunity
Reduces appetite and speeds up metabolism (yerba mate supports digestion and slimming)
It prevents cancer
Lowers blood sugar levels
Lowers cholesterol
Has anti-inflammatory properties
Lowers the risk of heart disease

Yerba mate - where to buy?

Yerba mate is currently sold in most online and stationary stores specializing in the sale of coffee, tea and oriental products. Both yerba mate tea and accessories related to it can be found in our store's offer.

Yerba mate offer in our store

We offer a wide and varied range of products necessary to brew the classic Paraguayan yerba mate tea. Products from our store's offer enjoy very good opinions from people who trusted us. We personally care about the highest quality of the assortment offered by our store, and we create the offer with a view to providing you not only with quality, but also with the variety and uniqueness of the products selected by us.

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Calabash, or calabash

In pre-Columbian times, the Guarani Indians steamed yerba mate in dried and hollow gourds. This method is practiced to this day, not only in the South American jungle, but throughout the modern world. The common gourd, or rather its outer part, called calabash (Spanish Calabaza), is dried, hollowed, prepared, and finally decorated. Calabash prepared in this way acts as a yerba mate mug. Fans of this type of yerba cookware should learn about the rules of its maintenance, which determines how long the calabash will last.

Matero

The second type of yerba mug in which you prepare an infusion of holly is the so-called Matero. These dishes can be made of various materials (ivory, wood, ceramics, glass, metal, silicone) and come in a variety of sizes and shapes. The car version is called a matero drive and it is shaped to be used while driving. A material closed with a lid also works great in the car.

The yerba mate matera made of wood are also very popular. As wood affects the taste of the brew, its type cannot be accidental. The most commonly used wood is algarrobo, cocobolo, kebraczo, cinnamon, orange, rose or oak wood.

Types of matero:

Matero palo santo
Wooden matero
Clay matero
Glass material
Ceramic matero
Matero drive, or car matero
Guampa
Matero palo santo

The matero palo santo deserves a special attention among lovers of Paraguay. It is a yerba mug made of a "sacred tree" called palo santo in Spanish. Due to its unique and very peculiar smell, palo santo wood is used as incense. During the process of brewing yerba in such a mug, palo santo releases the resin into the brew, giving it a characteristic and unique flavor.

Guampa

A traditional type of yerba mate dish is also guampa, a matero made of buffalo horn or cow hoof. Guampa was and still is widely used by the Gauchs, or cattle herders living in South America. Guampa can also act as a tereré vessel. And although they should traditionally be made of a buffalo horn or hoof, there are also versions made of palo santo, ceramics or metal.

Curado, or the conservation of gourds

Before we start using the calabash, or yerba gourd, the vessel should be properly prepared and preserved. This process is called curado. It consists in pouring dried herbs into the gourd, pouring boiling water over it and leaving it for 24 hours. After this time, the infusion should be poured out, and the inside of the calabash thoroughly cleaned with a spoon from the remains of the fruit, and then dried. To avoid rotting and molding, the gourd should be rinsed and dried every other day, preferably on a radiator or in the sun.

Matera in our store

Adapting to the needs of customers and changing consumer trends, we come out to you with an offer of unique yerba mugs. Below is a list of our timeless bestsellers.

Ceramic matero 350 ml

Large and stable material made of glazed ceramics. Designed in the traditional shape of a gourd, i.e. Calabash. Due to the smooth surface, matero is extremely pleasant to the touch and easy to keep clean.

Ceramic matero 250 ml

A ceramic, hand-made gourd-shaped material. The vessel is glazed on the inside, and its outer surface is covered with decorative, convex stripes, thanks to which the matero does not slip from the hands.

Matero drive 250 ml

Ceramic material adapted to car handles, so you can enjoy your favorite yerba while traveling. Matero is glazed inside and on the upper, outer edge. On the outside, it is rough, which facilitates a stable grip while driving.

Bombillas

Bombillas for yerba mate

The most important element of the yerba mate brewing set is the bombilla, i.e. a dedicated straw with a characteristic strainer used to strain the leaves from the infusion. Bombillas for yerba mate are usually made of metal (alpaca, stainless steel, silver), as well as glass and wood.

Due to the material and shape of the filter, there are the following types of yerba straws:

Bombilla for yerba mate with a spoon-shaped filter - dedicated to yerba with stems
Bombilla for yerba mate ended with a metal spring acting as a strainer
Bombilla with double filter
Bombilla with a triple filter (so-called Bombilla for dusty yerba)
Bamboo bombilla
Silver bombilla
Alpaca bombilla
Glass bombilla

When buying a yerba tube, it is also worth getting a special brush for cleaning the bombilla from the inside.

Which yerba mate bombilla is the best?

The most popular are yerba mate bombillas made of stainless steel or alpaca. Alpaca is a silver-like material, also known as white silver. Alpaca bombillas are not only practical but also inexpensive. An alternative to metal are yerba straws made of wood, bamboo and glass.

Among the many types of yerba straws, you can find models such as bombilla mercedes, bombilla tesoro, bombilla grande with a stone, bombilla liza, bombilla lira, bombilla martin fierro, bombilla muelle, bombilla santiago or bombilla andes.

To meet the expectations of our customers, we have created our own range of coldsea bombillas, which includes the best and most proven solutions of yerba mate enthusiasts.

Bombillas for yerba mate in our shop

Our shop offers a wide selection of yerba mate bombillas, the most popular of which are presented below.

Bombilla triple filter 190 mm (with triple filter)

Bombilla with triple filter, suitable for all yerba mate species, including those with fine, dusty drought. Due to its considerable length, it is suitable for both medium and large fabrics. The modular, unscrewed design facilitates cleaning. Bombilla was equipped with a cooling ring.

Bombilla standard 175 mm

Classic and reliable construction. Perfect for drinking yerba mate and regular tea. Bombilla effectively protects against leaves and stems, but is not recommended for drinking dusty yerba.

Bombilla spring 165 mm (with triple filter)

Bombilla with triple mesh filter, suitable for all types of yerba mate. Highest protection against dust. The unscrewed parts of the straw enable easy cleaning. Equipped with a cooling ring that reduces the effect of heating the mouthpiece. Standard length, suitable for small to medium size fabrics.

Yerba Mate accessories

In pre-Columbus times, the Indians drank yerba mate from hollow gourds, straining the infusion through their teeth. The prototype of the bombilla was a reed straw, which was later replaced by perforated and clogged pieces of bamboo on one side. Today, yerba mate accessories look a bit different, although their essential functions remain the same.

A short list of exemplary yerba mate accessories:

Yerbera - a container for yerba mate
Yerba mate thermometer
Yerba mate scoop
Yerba mate infuser
Bombilla cleaner

We invite you to familiarize yourself with the offer of our store, where you will find high-quality accessories for yerba mate.

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Thermometer for yerba mate, tea, water | 50 pcs

The thermometer is an indispensable tool for every fan of brewing infusions. Ideally suited to the preparation of tea or yerba mate, where the water temperature is crucial for the correct preparation of the drink. The thermometer has a strong case to prevent possible damage.

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