Mate
Caffeinated beverage◎ Good year-round
Used in 3 of 203 cuisines (1%)
Mate offers a unique herbal bitterness coupled with a smooth, earthy finish, creating an invigorating experience. Traditionally sipped from a gourd, it embodies the spirit of South American culture.
Where it comes from
Mate is deeply rooted in the cultures of Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay, where it has been enjoyed for centuries as a communal beverage, often shared among friends and family.
In the kitchen
Mate can be infused into desserts or used to create refreshing cocktails, adding a distinctive flavor profile that evokes the essence of its origins.
Across cuisines
Patagonian
Yerba mate — the shared infusion sipped from a gourd all day across Patagonia. Source: Wikipedia (Mate).
Nutrition (per 100g)
~1kcalCal
~0.0gProtein
~0.0gFat
~0.0gCarbs
~0.0gFiber
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