Organic Yerba Mate (2 oz loose leaf) from The Tea Spot
Yerba Maté (pronounced "yerba mahtay") is a medicinal and cultural drink of ancient origins. Introduced to the world by the Guarani Indians of South America, Maté contains ingredients that help keep its drinkers healthy and energetic. More than a drink, Yerba Maté has become a cultural phenomenon throughout South America. Its benefits are obvious. In Buenos Aires, where people carry their Mate with them throughout the day, the site of an obese person is rare. Yerba Maté is also high in Vitamin C, a potent antioxidant. A healthy and stimulating drink. Our Brazilian yerba maté is Certified 100% Organic grown and handpicked in the shade of the rainforest canopy - fresh and vibrant, not aged or smoked.
I have customers that buy this particular Yerba Mate by the pound.
2 oz loose leaf in a stand up, resealable pouch
Ingredients: Organic Certified Brazilian Yerba Mate. Technically not caffeinated but is naturally stimulating
Mate Lemon Drop (Makes two 6–oz cocktails)
A spicy twist with a kick! Keep limoncello and vodka in the freezer.
INGREDIENTS: 4 ice cubes, 3 oz chilled Yerba Mate Tea, 1 oz cold pepper vodka, 1 oz cold limoncello, 4–5 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, 3 oz chilled club soda, 2 lemon slices.
PREPARATION: Steep 3 oz. YERBA MATE using 1 tsp tea leaves and boiling water. Chill at least four hours or overnight. Put the ice cubes, Yerba Mate tea, pepper vodka and limoncello into a shaker. Add the lemon juice and shake well. Strain into 2 martini glasses and top off with club soda, stirring just to mix. Garnish with lemon slices and serve immediately.
Happy sipping!
