Maté is the national beverage of Argentina, [2] Paraguay and Uruguay. In Chile, maté is predominantly consumed in the central and southern regions. Maté is also popular in Lebanon and Syria, where it was brought by immigrants from Paraguay and Argentina. [3][4] The metal straw is known as a bombilla or bomba and is traditionally made of silver.

2024年4月22日 · Maté, or yerba mate, is a tea-like beverage with a rich history. It's the national drink of Argentina made from the leaves of a shrub native to eastern Argentina, Paraguay, and southern...

Yerba mate is most popular in Paraguay and Uruguay, where people are seen walking the streets carrying the mate and often a termo (thermal vacuum flask) in their arms. In Argentina, 5 kg (11 lb) of yerba mate is consumed annually per capita; in Uruguay, the largest consumer, consumption is 10 kg (22 lb). [35]

Mate is a popular beverage in several South American countries and ubiquitous in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It is made using leaves and twigs from the yerba mate plant, a holly-like shrub, which are steeped in hot water to make mate or cold water to make tereré.

2024年3月23日 · Drinking the tea-like beverage, mate, is part of everyday life in Argentina. Here's what it is, how to prepare it and the customs that go with serving it.

2024年9月6日 · Learn how to prepare yerba mate, its health benefits, and why this cultural tradition is so important in Argentina. Explore mate rituals and tips for beginners

2023年2月14日 · Mate is part of Argentina’s history, the first to consume yerba mate were the Guarani people 500 years ago and it was spread by the Spanish conquistadors. Years later, the Jesuits introduced the cultivation of yerba mate in the Jesuit Guarani missions.

2023年11月16日 · Discover the cultural significance of Yerba Mate tea in Argentina, how it's shared, its health benefits, and tips on how to prepare this iconic beverage.

Yerba mate is Argentina’s most popular beverage, with an annual consumption of 100 liters per person, making it a staple in over 90% of households. As the world’s largest producer and exporter of yerba mate, Argentina holds a 60% share of the global market, with Las Marías (Taragüi) leading at 30%.

Yerba mate, a cherished beverage in Argentina, is traditionally enjoyed hot and bitter, with 8 out of 10 Argentinians consuming it daily. To prepare the perfect mate, you’ll need a gourd, a bombilla (metal straw), and high-quality yerba mate.