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5 things you didn't know about maté
Looking for energy in the office without coffee? Discover maté - a natural energizer packed with benefits. And, of course, one of the healthy Dripl drinks from the Refill Point.
Yerba maté, an infusion of young leaves and buds of the maté plant, is a surprising alternative to traditional caffeinated drinks. Did you know that even top soccer players like Lionel Messi and Antoine Griezmann can't resist this South American delicacy? Here are 5 interesting facts about yerba maté.
Fact #1: The healing power of maté
Maté is packed with vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants. Thanks to this unique composition, maté can give you more energy, help you concentrate better at work and make you feel more comfortable overall.
A cup of maté contains about the same amount of caffeine as coffee, but it is released gradually and has a milder, longer-lasting effect than coffee. This means an energy boost without the crash or that nervous feeling that coffee sometimes gives!
Moreover, yerba maté is a true super drink when it comes to nutrients. It contains antioxidants in abundance - research even shows that the antioxidant power of maté is slightly higher than that of green tea. In addition, the saponins and vitamins (C, E) in maté also strengthen your immune system. So it is not only a pick-me-up, but also a natural health booster! No wonder yerba maté is known as the "green gold" of South America(Health Benefits).
Because of these positive effects of maté on our bodies, it is often suggested that maté is better than coffee. Surely a better drink for the office hardly exists?
Fact #2: Personalize your maté however you like
You can drink maté in many different ways. Do you prefer it hot or ice cold? Pure, or with a splash of milk or fruit juice? It's all possible. Depending on where you are in the world, people drink maté differently.
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In Argentina and Brazil, they enjoy hot yerba maté (but not with boiling water - that is taboo, so as not to burn the flavor), while in Paraguay, on the contrary, people love ice-cold maté (tereré) on hot days.
The method of serving also varies. Traditionally, you drink maté from a special cup (a gourd) with a metal straw, but a normal cup or your reusable Dripl bottle will do just as well. And these days you can also find maté ready-made in bottles - perfect for an energy boost on-the-go!
Fact #3: La Bombilla
Maté comes with a unique straw: the bombilla. This metal filter straw looks like a pipe with holes at the bottom and serves to drink the infusion without slurping the leaves along. The bombilla consists of 3 parts: it has a spout (where you drink from), a neck (the piece between the spout and the filter) and a filter.
Interesting fact: during traditional maté circles (where a group drinks together from one gourd) you do not touch another's bombilla. The bombilla stays in the cup; you just grab the cup and pass it back without moving the straw. This is part of the etiquette and maté experience.(Yerba Matero)
Fact #4: Maté etiquette
Drinking maté in South America is more than just having a drink - it is a social ritual full of meaning. A cup of maté is traditionally shared with friends, family or even newcomers as a sign of friendship and hospitality.
When drinking maté in a group, the cup is passed around in a circle. Everyone takes turns drinking the gourd completely empty through the bombilla, then it is refilled and passed on to the next person. Maté turns an ordinary break into a moment of connection. Drinking together from one cup creates a sense of community and equality - everyone belongs. It is not for nothing that for many, maté symbolizes togetherness.
An important etiquette rule: don't say "thank you" immediately after a round. Only when you've had enough maté and don't want any more, thank the pourer. After all, a "thank you" too early means you've had enough!
Fact number 5: Gift from the Gods
Yerba maté has a rich history and mythology. The origin of this drink lies with the indigenous Guaraní peoples of South America. According to an ancient legend, the Guaraní saw maté as a gift from the gods - a heavenly plant to bring well-being.(Google Arts & Culture)
Centuries before the world became known for it, they used the leaves as a beneficial drink as well as a medium of exchange. Today, the love for maté is still boundless. In fact, in Argentina, drinking maté is such an important part of the national identity that there is a National Maté Day on Nov. 30.(Spanish Academy)
Feeling thirsty? Try the Dripl Maté Energizer!
Did this story make you thirsty too? Time to experience maté for yourself! Dripl's Maté Energizer brings sustainable energy to the office without coffee in the house. This refreshing drink gives you that pleasant focus and energy boost, but in a natural way.
Taste it yourself: request a sample pack today and discover the enthusiastic energy of maté!
Looking for energy in the office without coffee? Discover maté - a natural energizer packed with benefits. And, of course, one of the healthy Dripl drinks from the Refill Point.
Yerba maté, an infusion of young leaves and buds of the maté plant, is a surprising alternative to traditional caffeinated drinks. Did you know that even top soccer players like Lionel Messi and Antoine Griezmann can't resist this South American delicacy? Here are 5 interesting facts about yerba maté.
Fact #1: The healing power of maté
Maté is packed with vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants. Thanks to this unique composition, maté can give you more energy, help you concentrate better at work and make you feel more comfortable overall.
A cup of maté contains about the same amount of caffeine as coffee, but it is released gradually and has a milder, longer-lasting effect than coffee. This means an energy boost without the crash or that nervous feeling that coffee sometimes gives!
Moreover, yerba maté is a true super drink when it comes to nutrients. It contains antioxidants in abundance - research even shows that the antioxidant power of maté is slightly higher than that of green tea. In addition, the saponins and vitamins (C, E) in maté also strengthen your immune system. So it is not only a pick-me-up, but also a natural health booster! No wonder yerba maté is known as the "green gold" of South America(Health Benefits).
Because of these positive effects of maté on our bodies, it is often suggested that maté is better than coffee. Surely a better drink for the office hardly exists?
Fact #2: Personalize your maté however you like
You can drink maté in many different ways. Do you prefer it hot or ice cold? Pure, or with a splash of milk or fruit juice? It's all possible. Depending on where you are in the world, people drink maté differently.
In Argentina and Brazil, they enjoy hot yerba maté (but not with boiling water - that is taboo, so as not to burn the flavor), while in Paraguay, on the contrary, people love ice-cold maté (tereré) on hot days.
The method of serving also varies. Traditionally, you drink maté from a special cup (a gourd) with a metal straw, but a normal cup or your reusable Dripl bottle will do just as well. And these days you can also find maté ready-made in bottles - perfect for an energy boost on-the-go!
Fact #3: La Bombilla
Maté comes with a unique straw: the bombilla. This metal filter straw looks like a pipe with holes at the bottom and serves to drink the infusion without slurping the leaves along. The bombilla consists of 3 parts: it has a spout (where you drink from), a neck (the piece between the spout and the filter) and a filter.
Interesting fact: during traditional maté circles (where a group drinks together from one gourd) you do not touch another's bombilla. The bombilla stays in the cup; you just grab the cup and pass it back without moving the straw. This is part of the etiquette and maté experience.(Yerba Matero)
Fact #4: Maté etiquette
Drinking maté in South America is more than just having a drink - it is a social ritual full of meaning. A cup of maté is traditionally shared with friends, family or even newcomers as a sign of friendship and hospitality.
When drinking maté in a group, the cup is passed around in a circle. Everyone takes turns drinking the gourd completely empty through the bombilla, then it is refilled and passed on to the next person. Maté turns an ordinary break into a moment of connection. Drinking together from one cup creates a sense of community and equality - everyone belongs. It is not for nothing that for many, maté symbolizes togetherness.
An important etiquette rule: don't say "thank you" immediately after a round. Only when you've had enough maté and don't want any more, thank the pourer. After all, a "thank you" too early means you've had enough!
Fact number 5: Gift from the Gods
Yerba maté has a rich history and mythology. The origin of this drink lies with the indigenous Guaraní peoples of South America. According to an ancient legend, the Guaraní saw maté as a gift from the gods - a heavenly plant to bring well-being.(Google Arts & Culture)
Centuries before the world became known for it, they used the leaves as a beneficial drink as well as a medium of exchange. Today, the love for maté is still boundless. In fact, in Argentina, drinking maté is such an important part of the national identity that there is a National Maté Day on Nov. 30.(Spanish Academy)
Feeling thirsty? Try the Dripl Maté Energizer!
Did this story make you thirsty too? Time to experience maté for yourself! Dripl's Maté Energizer brings sustainable energy to the office without coffee in the house. This refreshing drink gives you that pleasant focus and energy boost, but in a natural way.
Taste it yourself: request a sample pack today and discover the enthusiastic energy of maté!
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