{"product_id":"yerba-mate","title":"Yerba mate","description":"\u003ch2\u003eYerba Mate - Explore the Ancient South American Mate Drink\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYerba mate\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of South America's most celebrated \nbotanicals, a mate drink with centuries of tradition behind it and a \ndevoted following among those seeking a natural, nourishing alternative \nto coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDerived from the South American evergreen holly (\u003cem\u003eIlex \nparaguariensis\u003c\/em\u003e), yerba mate, pronounced \"mah-tay\", has been \nshared communally in South America for generations, brewed in a \ntraditional gourd and sipped through a bombilla (metal straw). Today \nit's enjoyed by tea lovers around the world as both a ritual and a \ndaily companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mate tea has a bold, earthy flavour with a slight natural \nbitterness, reminiscent of strong green tea, with a grassy, \nherbaceous depth. It's a robust, full-bodied infusion that rewards \nslow sipping. Sweeten lightly with honey or sugar if you prefer a \ngentler introduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYerba mate contains at least 196 active chemical compounds, \nincluding 11 polyphenols and saponins, 144 of which are also found \nin green tea. It is low in caffeine and is reported to contain \napproximately 50% more antioxidants than green tea. It's a favourite \namong those who love the ritual of a strong brew but want something \ngentler than coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome researchers suggest that the stimulating effect of maté comes \nfrom mateine, a compound similar to caffeine but considered to produce \na smoother, more sustained energy without the jitteriness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*These statements reflect the traditional use and nutritional \nresearch associated with yerba mate and are not intended as medical \nadvice.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"T LEAF T","offers":[{"title":"Yerba maté sample","offer_id":46906313932953,"sku":"302770","price":3.25,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yerba mate 100g foil pouch","offer_id":46906313965721,"sku":"1002270","price":17.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yerba mate 100g + tin","offer_id":46906313998489,"sku":"10022700","price":23.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Yerba mate 250g foil pouch","offer_id":46906314031257,"sku":"902770","price":36.3,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/3423\/1193\/files\/yerba-mate-9685434.png?v=1777784652","url":"https:\/\/tleaft.co.nz\/products\/yerba-mate","provider":"t leaf T | teas and infusions from around the world","version":"1.0","type":"link"}