USDA OrganicPure Leaf TeasBrews 60 CupsCertified Organic by QAI
Brazil Yerba Mate was first used by the Guarani Indians, who believed it could cleanse and heal the spirit. Now, millions enjoy it in South America, especially in Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay and Argentina. Our Yerba Mate is grown on a 100% organic farm in Southern Brazil. Maté (Ilex Paraguariensis) is an evergreen plant of the holly family (Aquifoliaceae) The plant can reach heights of 10-12 meters, but is generally pruned at about 4-6 meters. Though the Yerba Maté plant produces small flowers and fruit, only the distinct oval shaped leaves and stems are plucked for processing.