Mate Tea Ilex Paraguariensis - Bulk - 500G

Mate Tea is the dried leaf of Ilex paraguariensis, a naturally caffeinated South American botanical used for hot infusions, iced drinks, and tea blending. It has a smooth herbaceous character with a lightly toasty edge and is often chosen when a steadier, more tea-like caffeine profile is preferred.

As a bulk botanical, it is especially well suited to repeat batching, refill use, and ongoing blending for caf*s, tea studios, and small-batch brands. This is a plain dried leaf ingredient rather than a ready-to-drink product. Why we love it: We choose to stock Mate Tea in bulk because it is a dependable, versatile botanical for repeat-use tea blending and ingredient-led beverage ranges.

Its consistent leaf format and familiar grassy-to-toasty profile make it easy to work into both simple brews and more developed blends. Key Properties of Mate Tea Botanical Name: Ilex paraguariensis Common Name: Mate Tea Other Common Names: Yerba Mate Part Used: Leaf Form: Dried leaf Country Of Origin: South America (batch dependent) Suitable For: Food Use Naturally Contains: Caffeine Storage: Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture Ingredients: 100% yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis) leaf What is Mate Tea Used For Hot herbal-style infusions Iced mate drinks Botanical lattes and mocktail-style kitchen blends Tea blends with citrus, mint, or ginger Bulk tea blending and refill-style ingredient supply Who is Mate Tea For Mate Tea Is For: Tea blenders and refill stores using naturally caffeinated botanicals Caf*s and studios building herb-led beverage ranges Home brewers who enjoy a grassy, toasty infusion Ingredient-led kitchens working with loose-leaf botanicals Mate Tea Is Not For: Caffeine-free routines Children Fully neutral-tasting herbal tea preferences Instant drink expectations with no straining or steeping How To Use Mate Tea As a Hot Infusion: Add 1 to 2 teaspoons dried leaf to 250ml water just off the boil, steep 5 to 10 minutes, then strain.

As an Iced Mate: Brew double strength using 2 to 3 teaspoons in 250ml hot water, cool, then pour over ice and add lemon or mint if desired. As a Teapot or French Press Brew: Use 1 to 2 teaspoons per 250ml water, steep 5 to 10 minutes, then plunge or strain. Processing Tip: For larger batch brewing, make a stronger concentrate first and dilute to taste after chilling.

Processing Tip: Store opened stock in airtight containers away from moisture to help preserve flavour. Mate Tea Safety Instructions Naturally contains caffeine Not recommended for children If pregnant, breastfeeding, caffeine-sensitive, or on medication, seek professional guidance before use Discontinue use if adverse effects occur FAQs Q: Is Mate Tea the same as yerba mate?

A: Yes. Yerba mate is the common South American name for the dried leaf of Ilex paraguariensis. Q: Does Mate Tea brew well iced? A: Yes. It is especially good as a stronger brew poured over ice, often with lemon or mint. Q: What does Mate Tea taste like? A: It has a smooth herbaceous taste with a lightly grassy, toasty character.

Q: Is the bulk version used differently from the smaller pack? A: The ingredient is used the same way, but the bulk format is more practical for repeat batching, blending, and refill-style use.