Andrew Huberman’s Energizing Homemade Yerba Mate
Andrew Huberman finds focus and mental clarity in a freshly brewed cup of yerba mate, a South American tea rich in antioxidants.
Equipment
- Gourd or mug (traditional or regular mug)
- Bombilla (metal straw for yerba mate) or tea strainer
- Kettle
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon yerba mate loose-leaf
- 8 ounces water hot not boiling, around 160°F – 180°F
Instructions
- Heat the Water: Bring water to a temperature between 160°F – 180°F, avoiding boiling to preserve the tea’s nutrients and avoid bitterness.8 ounces water
- Prepare the Mate: Place 1 tablespoon of loose-leaf yerba mate in a gourd or regular mug.1 tablespoon yerba mate
- Brew: Pour a small amount of cold water over the yerba mate to dampen it, which helps release its flavor gradually.
- Add Hot Water: Pour the hot (not boiling) water over the yerba mate leaves, filling the gourd or mug.
- Steep and Sip: Insert the bombilla if using a gourd, or let steep for 3-5 minutes if using a tea strainer. Enjoy your yerba mate slowly to savor its earthy, herbal flavor.
Notes
Re-brew Option: Yerba mate leaves can be re-steeped multiple times throughout the day; just add fresh hot water for each brew.
Bombilla Use: If using a traditional bombilla, sip gently to allow the tea to filter through the straw.
Personalization: Adjust the strength by adding more or less yerba mate leaves, or by varying the steeping time to suit your taste.
Bombilla Use: If using a traditional bombilla, sip gently to allow the tea to filter through the straw.
Personalization: Adjust the strength by adding more or less yerba mate leaves, or by varying the steeping time to suit your taste.
Nutrition
Sodium: 11mgCalcium: 7mg
Ingredient Costs: Cost of Recipe by Ingredient Measurements
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