La Herbera Yerba Mate Ilex paraguariensis Crushed leaf, Matte, Matt, Caa for infusion bulk packaged in Spain, Leaves

BOTANICA: crushed leaf of Ilex paraguariensis, species native to South America, known in Spanish as Mate, Mate, Caá or Herb of Paraguay and cultivated for infusion FORMAT: bulk presentation in crushed blade (Crushed Yerba Mate Leaves), uniform cut suitable for classic matte, cold tereré or teapot preparation with fine mesh filter INFUSION: dose about 2 g per 150 ml of water at 70-80 ºC and stand 3-5 minutes; admit several successive primings in mate or traditional pumpkin SENSORIAL: intense herbaceous and vegetable aroma, dull green color, bitter and slightly astringent flavor characteristic of Yerba Mate For freshly cut infusion PRESERVATION: Store in airtight packaging, protected from light, moisture and strong odors, in a cool and dry place to preserve aroma and organoleptic qualities of the leaf