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).
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.
Suggested Usage: Preparation Hints Use our Dark Roast blend as an energizing but healthy substitute to coffee. Easy to use, this versatile cut will brew or steep in whichever way you are already used to. No need to change your brewing habits Coffee Machine Put 1/4 cup of herb into the filter. Wet the herb with cold water before running the coffee machines cycle. Tea Pot or Tea Ball Use between 1 tsp to 1 tbsp per cup, and let steep from 7 to 10 minutes, according to taste. It is always good to wet the herb with cold water before steepng. French Press In an 8 cup press, use about 1/3 cup. 3-4 cup presses, use 3-4 Tbsp. Pre-moisten with cold water before adding hot water to the press. Allow to steep for 7 to 15 minutes. - More - Also Great With Milk (soy or other) and Honey Brewed in an espresso machine for Mate Lattes, Matechinos, and more Experiment- There is so much you can do
Other Ingredients: Certified Organic Ingredients: Green Yerba Mate, Roasted Yerba Mate, Roasted Carob, Roasted Barley, Roasted Chicory.
Warnings: Keep out of reach of children. See product label for more information.