Preparation Methods
Preparing Hugo Yerba Mate is simple! Use a French press: add hot water to the yerba mate, steep for a 2 minutes, and enjoy.
Or go traditional (Recommended) with a gourd and bombilla (metal straw)âfill the gourd with yerba, add hot water, and sip.
Both methods deliver the same smooth energy and wellness benefits!
Step 1 -Prepare the Yerba Mate
Fill your gourd about two-thirds full with yerba mate. Tilt the gourde to about 45 degrees to create a "small mountain" of yerba on one side.
Step 1 -Prepare the Yerba Mate
Fill your gourd about two-thirds full with yerba mate. Tilt the gourde to about 45 degrees to create a "small mountain" of yerba on one side.
Step 2 - Heat the Water
Heat your water to between 158-176 degrees Fahrenheit (70-80 degrees Celsius). This temperature range is key to extracting the flavors without burning the leaves.
Step 2 - Heat the Water
Heat your water to between 158-176 degrees Fahrenheit (70-80 degrees Celsius). This temperature range is key to extracting the flavors without burning the leaves.
Step 3 - Insert the Bombilla
Place your bombilla (metal straw) on the opposite side of the yerba "mountain" within the gourd. This helps filter the leaves and prevents clogging.
Step 3 - Insert the Bombilla
Place your bombilla (metal straw) on the opposite side of the yerba "mountain" within the gourd. This helps filter the leaves and prevents clogging.
Step 4 - Pour and Savor
Gently pour the hot water into the lower, flat side of the gourd to start. As you drink and the flavor diminishes, pour additional hot water directly onto the "mountain" to refresh the taste.
Step 4 - Pour and Savor
Gently pour the hot water into the lower, flat side of the gourd to start. As you drink and the flavor diminishes, pour additional hot water directly onto the "mountain" to refresh the taste.