News & Tips

Porongo: Argentina’s Smooth, Modern Take on a Traditional Drink

May 26, 2026

In a market filled with rustic packaging, intense smokiness, and generations-old branding, Porongo feels different immediately. The Argentine yerba mate brand has built a cult following by combining traditional mate... Read more...

Seleme Centenaria Tradicional

May 26, 2026

The story of Seleme begins in 1918, when Emiliano Abrão Seleme founded the company in southern Brazil, a region long associated with yerba mate cultivation. From the very beginning, the... Read more...

Washed out yerba = Bio-Oil

March 28, 2026

What if the soggy pile of yerba you dump out after every round could become valuable products instead of trash? That’s exactly what a team of Argentine researchers has figured out.... Read more...

Piporé Yerba Mate: The Authentic Taste of Argentina in Every Sip

March 22, 2026

Find your Piporé Yerba 👉 Tradicional / Suave 🍃 If you’ve ever wandered into the vibrant world of yerba mate, one brand that stands out for its rich tradition and... Read more...

Functional Beverages Compared: Why Yerba Mate May Be the Best Natural Energy Drink

March 15, 2026

Functional beverages are one of the fastest-growing wellness trends in the world. Unlike ordinary drinks, functional beverages provide benefits beyond basic hydration, such as supporting energy, focus, gut health, and stress... Read more...

Argentina’s Flavorful Revolution - CBSe Yerba 🍃

March 1, 2026

Find your CBSe yerba here 👉 Naranja / Pomelo / Frutos del Bosque / Frutos del Valle / Limón If you’ve ever wandered into the world of yerba mate, you... Read more...

Kraus - From Austrian Roots to Organic Argentine Tradition

February 26, 2026

Kraus Yerba Mate is an organic yerba mate producer from Misiones, Argentina, founded by Austrian immigrant Francisco Kraus in 1894. What began as a small family farm grew into a... Read more...

Celebrities Who Love Yerba Mate 🧉✨

February 20, 2026

Yerba mate is more than a beverage; it’s a cultural ritual, and for many famous figures, a daily companion. Originating in South America and traditionally shared among friends, this herbal... Read more...

Mateína Podcast

February 17, 2026

From ancient Indigenous legends whispered through generations to modern gourds passed hand to hand, Mateína explores the rich, living story of mate—a powerful brew rooted in culture, ritual, and human... Read more...

What is Yerba?

February 15, 2026

Discover the ritual. Unlock the energy. Welcome to the world of Yerba Maté—South America’s legendary elixir that has enchanted generations. More than just a drink, yerba mate is a symphony... Read more...

Who is Somos Mateína

February 15, 2026

My aspiration is simple: to grow a community around mate — one built on connection, shared curiosity, and respect for tradition. This is more than a brand to me; it’s... Read more...

How to cure your wooden mate

February 15, 2026

Smear a thin layer of butter 🧈 all over the inside of the wooden gourd 🪵🥤. Fill the gourd with yerba mate 🌿 and pour in hot water at about... Read more...

How to cure your mate gourd

February 15, 2026

Curing your mate calabash 🍵 is an important step to make sure your mate tastes smooth and lasts a long time. First, fill your calabash halfway with dry yerba mate... Read more...

The Art of Preparing Yerba Mate

February 14, 2026

👉 How to prepare it properly - Video Instructions If you’ve ever seen someone prepare yerba mate for the first time, you might have wondered whether you were watching someone... Read more...

How Mate found me in Miami

February 14, 2026

When I lived in Miami, I thought I had already discovered everything that city had to offer. The beaches, the heat that never really lets you forget where you are,... Read more...