yerba mate

Autumn and winter are times when our immune system works at full throttle. Changeable weather, shorter days, fewer fresh fruits and vegetables – all of this makes the body more prone to infections. In search of natural ways to boost their defences, more and more people are turning to yerba mate – a traditional South…

As days grow shorter and cold weather increasingly creeps into our homes, many of us start looking for natural ways to strengthen the body. The autumn-winter season is a time when we especially need an extra dose of energy, immunity, and warming support. One drink that fits perfectly into this atmosphere is Yerba Mate –…

Cholesterol is a topic that has stirred emotions for years – some associate it solely with a threat to the heart, while others know it also performs important functions in the body. A high level of “bad” LDL cholesterol does indeed increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, which is why dietitians and doctors recommend changing…

Does yerba mate help you lose weight? Not on its own. Weight drops when, over a longer period, you eat less energy than you use, and no infusion can get around that. What yerba mate does in this equation is something else: caffeine and theobromine raise energy expenditure and alertness, its bitter, dry taste curbs…

Yerba Mate is not just an aromatic infusion, but also a ritual and a unique experience that more and more Poles are discovering. To start your adventure with this South American drink or to give your loved ones an original gift, it’s worth reaching for ready-made sets. At Yerbador you’ll find quite a lot of…

Do you always need a traditional matero and bombilla to drink Yerba Mate? Not necessarily! Although classic accessories have their charm and make the drinking ritual special, at the beginning you can simply reach for… an ordinary cup. Read on to find out how to prepare yerba this way, and also why it’s worth considering…

Yerba mate is a drink with an incredibly rich tradition and diversity that can be explored for years. Depending on the country of origin, drying method, and additives, the infusion can taste completely different – from intensely smoky to fresh and mild. In this guide, we’ll introduce you to both the most popular types of…

Yerba mate is a drink with an incredibly rich tradition, but also a wide range of flavours and processing methods. One of the most important factors that determines the character of the dried leaves is the drying method – traditionally using smoke, or the modern way, using hot air. The differences in the process are…

Yerba mate has many faces – from intensely herbal and robust, to delicate and refreshing. For some, its natural bitterness is an asset, for others – a barrier that makes it hard to enjoy this unique infusion. Fortunately, there are a few simple tricks that can soften the bitter taste of yerba and let you…

Yerba mate is an infusion whose taste, aroma and properties largely depend on the quality of the dried leaves. Even the best yerba mate will quickly lose its qualities if stored incorrectly – the aroma will fade, and the drink will become flavourless and lacking character. So how do you take care of dried leaves…