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Mate Tea (Beverage of the Gods)
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| Tea Information | |
|---|---|
| Type | Mate |
| Origin | Argentina |
| Format | Loose Leaf |
| Brewing Advice | Use one dessert spoon per cup or gourd. Add freshly poured boiling water and infuse for five to six minutes. |
Our Mate Tea is also known as the 'green god of the Indos', and this unique mate drink originated in Paraguay. Order this traditional tea - known as the Beverage of the Gods - online today and get two more free samples of tea with your order!
More about Mate Drink - What is Mate Tea?
The leaves come from a type of holly tree and contain caffeine bound in a tannic substance. This caffeine is released gradually once the drink is consumed, so its stimulating effect lasts longer than that of coffee.
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BREWING GUIDE
From Leaf to Cup in 4 Steps
Add loose leaf
Place 1-2 heaped tsp of tea in an infuser.
Add hot water
Use freshly poured hot water at the temperature required for your tea (75-100C)
Steep as required
Use the brewing guide on the label to determine the correct infusion time
Remove infuser
Savour the taste and check to see if your tea can be re-steeped
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