Why Do Footballers Drink Yerba Mate? The Story Behind the Gourd You have probably seen the scene: a player arriving at the stadium with a thermos under his arm and a gourd in his hand. In pre-match photos, in dressing rooms, on team buses. F... Read more
Yerba Mate Benefits: What Science Says (And What They Don't Tell You) In this article, I'm going to do something a bit different, separate fact from fiction, based on published research. Not to put you off mate (I drink it every day), but so you r... Read more
Which Yerba Mate to Choose as a Beginner? Complete Guide You've just discovered yerba mate and you want to dive in? You find yourself facing a wall of Spanish labels, brands you've never heard of, terms like "sin palo", "barbacuá" or ... Read more
Yerba mate or coffee: which should you choose to start the day right? If you're here, it's probably because you've heard about mate and you're wondering whether it's really worth changing your morning routine. Spoiler: it's not a question of which... Read more
Differences Between Uruguayan, Argentine, Brazilian and Paraguayan Yerba Mate Although the base is the same — the plant Ilex paraguariensis — each country has developed its own way of processing yerba mate Read more
Introduction to Mate for Beginners: What it is and Why You Should Try It If you’re here, it’s probably because you’ve already heard about mate, seen someone drinking it, or simply feel curious about this unique beverage.In this article, I’ll explain ... Read more
How to prepare a good mate: a simple guide for an authentic experience Mate is not just a drink: it is a ritual, a pause, a moment of connection.Preparing it well makes all the difference between a bitter, washed-out mate...and a smooth, balanced a... Read more
The story of Sol del Este: a Frenchman in love with yerba mate I discovered yerba mate in South America and my passion was born. With Sol del Este, I share this tradition in France and Europe, offering yerba mate, accessories and original s... Read more