Anyone here ever try this tea. I’ve done some research on it an picked up 50g of it today to replace my coffee in the morning (acid reflux issues). We have this store in our mall called Teaopia. A store dedicated to all types of tea and other tea related impulse purchases. I must spend a fortune every time go in there. Anyway, I picked up some Yerba Mate afer samlping some. It supose to give you a healthier lift then coffee. I didn’t buy the traditional gourd and straw, I’ll just try it out and see how it goes. Any one else every try it? POV.
I drink it all the time , same as many Syrians and Argentinians , as well as many other countries in south america ! I would go for the gourd 
I buy it by the kilo , and I am considering quiting energy drinks for more Maté ! It is a great tea for keeping you up gently , and being able to sleep peacefully after drinking it. Just made sure your water doesnt reach boiling temperature , as it will release a chemical that is terrrible for you . Its a great antioxidant , and known to prevent cancers . If you drink it on hot days , use lemonade instead of hot water! Also , have a ton of sun flower seeds on hand , as the two blend like no other ! Enjoy !
I fixed my reflux issues (GERD) with omeprazole. I used to have it so bad that my doctor referred me to a cardiologist because it had the same symptoms as a heart attack. Now I take an omeprazole every day, and it is a complete cure. I posted this because, although controling your diet can help to an extent, it’s best to see your doctor because if you allow it to continue happening, you can end up with serious complications. If you already did so, then please ignore my concern :o)
I usually have it two or three times a week. I have for years. I brew and drink it just like I do any tea. I usually add a spoon of honey to it. I quite enjoy it.
For those who have never tried it, can you describe the flavor? OT - Omeprazole didn’t even phase mine. 2 x Dexilant keep it under control though. I think it would be cheaper for me to swallow gold though =\
Flavor? Oddly creamy for something that’s an herb. That’s taste, not texture, mind you. Its not grassy like green tea, although it does still have a plant taste to it.
yes it does have a bit of a greenish taste to it if that makes sense. I have tried it once and really liked it, I brewed it just like normal tea, and one day I got adventurous and put some vanilla flavoring in it and man oh man was that ever delicious!
I really like this stuff. I’m looking for cheap gourds and straws on ebay. The flavour, for me, is simular to an oolong style of tea. @doctorbeat I guess I have an inflamed esophagus due to gerd. This causes an uncontrollable “gag” reflex first thing in the morning when attempting to brush my teeth or blow my nose. Only happens in the morning. It’s very strange. My doctor has recconmended Zantac 150 before bed and them one in the morning for a bit and see how things go. No more spicy foods, anything pickeled, mustards, alcohol… (although I cheat a bit on that one.) 33 years old and my body is falling apart already!
@nightcap if you are in the uk you can buy yerba mate from the urushop via ebay
Rosamonte and Cruz De Malta are my two favourite brands. Try and get a stainless steel bombilla if you can as a better metal to put in your mouth.
My favourites : Cruz De Malta , Pipore , and Amanda … Word of advice , if you get a gourd , the wooden ones are risky. I have no idea how to properly care for mine , so I bought a ceramic one (works wonderful ) . Does anyone know how to look after the wooden one ?
Also , with the wooden gourd , I hear the flavour gets enhanced every time , as it builds up in the wood. Is that true ?
Much as I love coffee, it’s nice to have a cup of Mate. It’s great iced with honey in the summer.
I love Mate Right now my favorite is Rosamonte. I also have a wooden gourd and have had it for several months now without any problem. I just wash it and dry it by hand (inside and out) each time to keep the moisture on the wood more even and then I let it air dry But if you don’t want to spring for a wooden gourd until you are sure you are going to like the stuff what I did was went to target or Wal-Mart and got a cheap cream pitcher that was about the same size. The spout was a perfect place for the bombillo and the handle was like holding a coffee mug…Anyway it’s the poor man’s gourd but it worked like a charm and it only cost me like 5 bucks. That said I am glad I have the wooden gourd…on the other hand I would not be too upset if I had to go back to my creamer
was in the persian food shop near work today so i bought some earl grey tea and some yerba mate tea bags called amanda from argentina less than $3 for 25 bags so no great loss if i dont like it … do you put a bit of milk in it like black tea ?
i don’t think so. I’ve read that a little honey can be added.
Milk is sometimes added at night , so this way you can still sleep easier. Also , some milk is added for kids
just bought my gourd today with the stainless steel straw. it set me back bit but if your going to go all the way… then go all the way! So far it makes a nice coffee replacement in the morning. And the gourd gives my frineds something to tease me about…
I have only had a mix of Mate and black tea, it was good. I will have to look for this at the local shop. To all of you heartburn/acid reflux guys: Stay away from Prilosec/Omeprazole products unless you are taking a magnesium supplement. I’m on Rantidine, does the trick for me.
Yerba Mate is included (along with anatabine) in the stop smoking supplement CigrX.