Yerba mate is a stimulating drink discovered by the Guarani Indians that is now gaining popularity around the world. It is made from the leaves and twigs of Ilex paraguariensis, a plant that naturally occurs only in South America. If you've ever wondered where yerba mate grows, under what conditions, and whether you can grow it yourself, we have the answer!
Among fans of our shop, readers of our blog and yerba mate lovers, is there anyone who doesn't like gifts? We don't think so! We love surprises, but we love giving gifts to loved ones even more. Is yerba mate a good gift idea? Which products to choose, solo or as a set? Here are some suggestions!
There is a drink with extraordinary stimulating and health-enhancing properties discovered as far back as the ancient Indians. Yerba mate is an infusion made from the leaves and twigs of Ilex paraguariensis. For the Guarani Indians it was like tea for modern man. Today, the properties and taste of yerba mate are known all over the world. Europeans are also becoming more and more fond of this extraordinary drink from South America. What is yerba mate? How to prepare it and how to drink it? What does yerba mate taste like? We have collected all the most important information about mate tea in today's article!
In order to savour the taste of the "green gold" of the Guarani Indians, enjoy its properties effectively and with pleasure, it is worth equipping yourself with good quality yerba mate drinking equipment. There are several gadgets necessary for the comfortable preparation and consumption of infusions from Ilex paraguariensis. Today we suggest which yerba mate accessories are worth having on hand!
As you probably already know, yerba mate is an infusion made from the leaves and twigs of the Ilex paraguariensis – Paraguayan holly plant. Today, we are going to focus on this plant, find out where it comes from, what it looks like and which plants it is closely related to. Get to know holly!
Today we will try to answer a question that is quite often asked on yerba mate discussion groups, in emails and phone calls to our consultants. Is it safe to drink yerba mate during pregnancy and breastfeeding? We analyse the arguments “for” and “against” in our new article!
MateMundo.co.uk is an online store with yerba mate run by people for whom yerba mate is more than just a business. It's our greatest passion that we would like to share with others. Thanks to our long presence on the market and a well-developed distribution network, our yerba mate store offers yerba mate tea and accessories at the lowest prices on the market. Our rich offer is addressed to both advanced and beginner enthusiasts of stimulating mate tea infusions. Wondering how to get started with yerba mate? Looking for a yerba mate starter kit with all necessary accessories like gourd and bombilla? How about a special gift set? Or maybe you’re an experienced yerba mate drinker and you’re looking for a certain, hard to find mate tea type? In our yerba mate store you will surely find what you are looking for!
Yerba Mate is a South American infusion made from the leaves of Paraguayan holly. In addition to the high content of natural caffeine, yerba mate is an excellent source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Depending on the composition and presence of additional ingredients, there exist different types of yerba mate. Despalada is devoid of sticks and contains leaves only. Elaborada is a traditional yerba mate with twigs. It has a distinctly bitter flavour. The opposite is the so-called mate green or yerba mate green. It is dried with air, thanks to which it has a lively color and a fresh, mild taste. If you are just starting out, you should opt for yerba mate with fruit or herbs. These types of blends of yerba mate will be perfect for beginners. They have a delicate, balanced taste. The additional ingredients found in yerba mate are usually characterized by pro-health character. Yerba mate to lose weight? A great idea! Yerba mate suppresses appetite and stimulates the digestive system. In conjunction with a healthy diet, it can help you get a slim fit body. In our yerba mate store you will find many herbal and classic yerba mate blends that will help you lose weight!
Our yerba mate store has got a wide range of different types of yerba mate. We also offer all the accessories necessary for mate tea brewing and drinking. Bombilla is a special tube with filter used to separate dregs from a drink. We also have a huge variety of mate cups and gourds for yerba mate. Ceramic gourds are the most popular. It is also worth investing in palo santo gourd made of exotic wood with a wonderful resinous scent.
What makes MateMundo the best yerba mate store in the UK? It’s quite simple! We have a wide distribution network and cooperate directly with the largest yerba mate producers. Our partners are well-known South American companies offering the best yerba mate in the world. Among them you will find famous brands: Rosamonte, Taragui, Verde Mate, Guarani, Soul Mate, Cruz de Malta, Yaguar, Soul Mate, Pajarito, Selecta and La Merced. Even the best-equipped stationary and herbal stores can’t beat our offer! An additional advantage of MateMundo store are attractive discount programs and free shipping on all orders above £45. If you have any questions, we are at your disposal!
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