Yerba Mate Loose Organic Tea Dark Roast 12 oz

a Healthy Alternative to Coffee - Without Sacrificing Taste or that Energizing Boost in the Morning!

Our unique blend of Yerba Mate and roasted grains (Carob, Barley, & Chicory) brews a delightfully rich, invigorating cup without sacrificing the benefits of our fresh, Green Mate. Dark Roast Yerba Mate tastes great with milk (even soy or rice) and your favorite sweetener (we prefer honey).

A treasure from South America now comes home to you:

* Energizes and Sustains you throughout the day
* Combats Fatigue and Sleepiness, Promotes Mental Clarity
* Long Lasting Effects
* Free from the Unpleasant Side Effects often associated with coffee

Yerba Mate is more than just an invigorating brew. It is one of nature's best sources of antioxidants. In addition, a full complement of vitamins and minerals (including chlorophyll, vitamins A, B, C, E, magnesium, potassium, iron, pantothenic acid, and much more) help make a cup of Mate tea an excellent immune-boosting brew.

We use 100% percent certified organic Yerba Mate, responsibly grown without pesticides or chemical fertilizers. The Mate Factor is founded on providing a fair wage to the conscientious people in South America who provide our special Mate.

Directions: Traditional Gourd
Experience traditional Mate culture with the gourd and bombilla. Pour hot (not too hot) water over Mate leaves and sip through the bombilla. Refill and pass it to a friend.

French Press
Start with 1/4 cup of Mate leaves per quart of water. Allow to steep in hot (not boiling) water for 3-5 minutes. Adjust the amount of Mate according to your strength.

Iced Tea
Brew the Mate extra strong, using 1/2 cup of Mate leaves per quart of water. Mix with honey and lemon, or your favorite frozen juice concentrate. Pour over ice.

Tea Pot or Tea Ball
Start with 1 tablespoon of Mate leaves per 12oz cup of hot (not boiling) water. Let steep for 3-5 minutes. Adjust the amount of Mate according to your desired strength.

Coffee Maker
Use your coffee machine as normal, starting with 1/4 cup of Mate leaves per quart of water. Adjust the amount of Mate according to your desired strength.

Ingredients: Green Yerba Mate, Roasted Yerba Mate, Roasted Carob, Roasted Barley, Roasted Chicory.