Celebration Herbals Yerba Mate Roasted Organic 24 tea bags

Wild and refined at the same time, Maté grows mainly in Paraguay, Brazil and Argentina, near streams and rivers, putting forth large white flowers. Maté is grown for its leaves; they are harvested and dried from December to August. More than half of the world’s Maté is roasted ~ bringing a smoky and complex nature to the tea.

The name Yerba Maté, (pronounced herba-may-tay), also known as Jesuit's tea, comes from the indigenous name maté meaning drinking vessel or gourd. Jesuits added the word yerba, meaning the herb of excellence.

When steeped, a warm, woody aroma slowly unfolds. The infusion is dark and bold yet steady ~ offering a firm, weighty presence.