Has anyone heard of it? The mate(pronounced "Ma-tay) is like a hollowed out gourd or bowl type container, and the Yerba is a type of tea. You put the Yerba into the Mate with hot water, and then use this straw with an infuser at the bottom and suck out the water. My dad got me some in Argentina, I guess it's a big deal down there. I would suggest trying it, I have aquiered a taste for it.
In the states, the tea is known as yerba mate. Several companies import it. gourds and bombillas are available too. Nice stuff. I like mine cold with lots of peppermint and lemon
Cold Yerba mate lattes are my favorite. Quick recipe: 2 cups chilled and strained yerba mate 2 cups soymilk handful of ice 2 dashes of cinnamon maple syrup, honey or sugar to taste Blend up and enjoy with a few friends.
i just met a guy from argintina this weekend that was telling me all about mate. he has some that he brought from home that he is going to share with me. he said its extremely good for your digestive system and gives you more energy than a cup of coffee. i can't wait to try it.
