MATEHAUS JOURNAL

Mate guide.

Practical answers, good habits and a closer look at yerba mate. Read, try, and find your own way.

A good place to start

Getting started3 min read

What is yerba mate tea? A beginner’s guide

Discover what yerba mate tea is, how it tastes and what a bombilla does. A short guide to choosing your first yerba and traditional equipment.

Store yerba mate in a well-closed pack or container, protected from moisture, light and strong smells. A simple routine after opening.

Equipment2 min read

Choose a yerba mate bombilla by filter, length and cleaning access. Learn how placement and preparation affect water flow.

Preparation2 min read

Is your yerba mate too bitter? Check water temperature, pouring, bombilla movement and the blend itself. Five practical adjustments for the next cup.

Choosing yerba2 min read

Choose your first yerba mate by flavour, cut and preparation. Compare classic and flavoured blends, pack sizes and starter-set contents.

Preparation3 min read

Tereré is a cold preparation of yerba mate. Learn what you need, how to add ice and water, and how to try a citrus...

Comparison3 min read

Yerba mate or coffee? Compare flavour, preparation and drinking styles, and understand why caffeine varies between products and servings.

Preparation3 min read

Learn how to prepare yerba mate: how much yerba to use, which water temperature to choose and how to position the bombilla.

Choosing yerba3 min read

What do con palo and sin palo mean? Compare the composition, cut and flavour descriptions of yerba to find a product you enjoy.

Care3 min read

How do you clean a bombilla and mate cup? Practical guidance on rinsing, drying and caring for different materials.