How to Make Yerba Mate with a French Press

How to Make Yerba Mate with a French Press. Learn more: circleofdrink.com

[@fluorescentsara]

I lost 15 pounds in a month drinking yerba mate everyday. Im able to workout hard for 2 hours. Im less hungry and do not crave junk, I think more clearly and no longer have constipation issues. I swear by this stuff!

[@Circleofdrink]

Powerful plant! So glad you've found yerba mate tea ;)

[@lauruguayitausa]

Sara machuca, you are so lucky I've been drinking mate all my life, and I don't drop one oz!

[@andynoth228]

Sara this stuff is amazing, I understand what you mean!! It's like some miracle drink that somehow people do not even promote as if it's normal for them but when you lack the vitamins and minerals all of a sudden your body starts functioning correctly!

[@meaganimwalle4930]

sara machuca twit

[@meaganimwalle4930]

sara machuca öo

[@PedroHernandez-sm8lg]

I'm a shift worker, and I'm always looking for a new way to get a caffeine buzz. I heard mate is pretty carinated, so I ordered a bag of mate on eBay. I didn't know what to do with it, so I went to find a KZbin video. As I was watching your video, I realized it was you that I ordered my mate from! I'm going to go give this a try now. Thanks for the mate and the video!

[@Mr420rush]

The gourd will always be my favorite, but for on the go, and at work, this is definitely my second choice.^^

[@TuathaDeDanannQ1]

Hey, Dave, gracias, mi amigo. Because of your enthusiasm about yerba mate, I started drinking it about a year ago and now, I will never go a day without a nice cup of mate. The comments section of youtube isn't big enough to list the great things this "tea" does for me. My health has completely changed for the better. All the different brands and concoctions and ways to brew this stuff make it an absolute joy. Keep spreading the word. The sad part is how little our human brothers and sisters in certain countries know about yerba mate. Everyone in the world should drink it, every day. If they did, it would put hospitals out of business and cancer would be a thing of the past. (And your Mission variety is one of my favorites, dude. An excellent yerba mate.)

[@Circleofdrink]

Truly appreciated those kind words, my friend! Thanks so much. Our Mission to spread mate has never been more important than now. Here's a link to our little mate group you may enjoy t.me/circleofdrink

[@Twit.Tw00]

I agree entirely with you , I've been drinking Yerba Matè for 4 years now , here in the U.K. ! I often drink my Matè with Rooibos & Melissa , very potent plants too 😋 Also , Dave , I have a lot of Gratitude and Respect for you too , as I searched the internet for Yerba Matè 4 years ago and I was basically led by your information & teachings online. I drink today almost daily and it helped myself cut alcohol out quiet dramatically, blessings to you Brother 💜

[@TuathaDeDanannQ1]

@@Twit.Tw00 Good to hear, Don. I'm still drinking it, too. I've not tried Yerba with Rooibos but now that you mention it, I think I'll try it. Rooibos is another favorite of mine. Interesting comment about alcohol because I feel the same way. I quit alcohol completely and the Yerba helped me to not have "withdrawal" symptoms, which is another benefit that's unexpected. Great stuff!

[@robertwhite1181]

I live in Ecuador. I bought a couple pounds at the supermarket yesterday. It came from Colombia. I’m just here to learn how to make it!

[@ignacioaguirrenoguez6218]

Try to drink it the traditional way (mate & bombilla), and its great to hear the benefits about mate, but I'm unsure about the cancer part, drinking too hot mate can put you at risk of intestinal cancer!!. Greetings!.

[@__CJ__]

I watched 4 videos on this and this one is the best.

[@bklipner]

Right on. I'm a big fan of making 3-4 batches. Adding some agave nectar or maple syrup, pouring it into a big glass pitcher and put it in the 'fridge to drink the rest of the week.

[@damiantargaryen6393]

Hi, drinking mate this way is also traditional in southamerica, it has a different name, its called "mate cocido".. and has a very interesting variation called "cocido quemado" where you burn a little bit of brown sugar and yerba before putting hot water in it, the flavor is much stronger in "cocido quemado".

[@robinthegirlwonder6524]

Thank you for this Video! My husband and I are Truck Drivers and I really wanted to find an easier way to make Mate. I Love mate and drank it everyday for years. My husband has never but, has agreed to start drinking it with me.So, I plan to serve him his with some organic honey 🍯. We own a similar French press , I'm very excited to try this. 😊😊😊

[@Circleofdrink]

So glad to heat that! I hope you both enjoy yerba. A bit of honey never hurts :)

[@naz0079]

I’ve been drinking Yerba tea for over 10 years and each time I drink it I feel uplifted, calm, clear headed, confidence and have mental clarity. I LOVE this tea. Please be aware that it’s an acquired taste if it’s your first time, so I suggest adding a teaspoon of honey to combat the bitter taste. Oh yeh, I simply use a cafetiere to filter it. Enjoy! 

[@James-cb7nb]

That's called caffeine 😂

[@MMAMaxim]

In hot weather, I like to steep it over night when it cools down by placing it in the fridge for Superman Style Mate! I offer my clients this amazing alternative to coffee which gives more of a slow steady release of caffeine rather than the nervousness and opiate like extreme sleepy effect some receive from coffee.

[@rekietabeatslc9980]

Lol not just trying to make your clients more agreeable? ;)

[@4seenJourney]

This is not the traditional way but I find a very effective way of extracting. I like to use this way to sometimes my Yerba. I do notice that it gives me that wellbeing and calm feeling right away when I use the French press. Thank you 🙏

[@JUANRAMOS-hk7he]

I agree with you. I get the same feeling

[@Mrssdotty]

Great video! Thanks!

[@bmwusn]

Thank U for your time, good job well done.

[@myhonor16]

Definitely going to try this out tomorrow :)

[@paultonner6549]

Awesome video. So helpful.

[@rainbow_flo]

I absolutely noticed this!! Switching from a press to gourd definitely lessened the effects. But either way it’s sooooo amazing!

[@flowpower6895]

Ça a diminué les effets ??? Il vaut donc mieux prendre une gourde en verre peut-être ?

[@lordnelsonmc.billionberg9166]

you really love yerba mate, and that shines through. awesome.

[@lucasmissingbass]

this type of mate that you are preaparing is a variety called mate cocido (coocked mate) we give it to the kids with sugar and milk it is delicious! you can prepare it with coffee too if you want. Greetings from Argentina

[@lorenabrown9311]

Lucas Rodas Ballesteros , is how I drink mine, i love it!!! Mate cocido con leche, delicioso! Saludos desde Bolivia.

[@allahbless2278]

Sounds amazing might have to try it

[@montyblum5922]

Hi Lucas, do you guys have any worries about the possible cancer links?

[@lucasmissingbass]

@@montyblum5922 actually the cancer risks are related to yerba mate but not for the infusion by it self, but due to the temperature of the water. When you sip a beverage through a Straw (bombilla) you drink it faster, and when you are used to the temperature you are vulnerable to burn your stomach, and that's when you have more risk of cancer

[@montyblum5922]

@@lucasmissingbass thanks! I was really enjoying drinking it when I was in China but then I got a bit spooked

[@firegate6316]

Your passion for MATE is incredible RESPECT

[@Circleofdrink]

Bless up!

[@katashley1031]

I thought I was the only one, lol. Now I feel better. 😂

[@ILOVE2FeelGOOD]

Waiting for my yerba mate to arrive. Will use this method, thank you!

[@stephanetesdechi1066]

thank you very much for this other way of preparing the mate i will try.steph from France merci beaucoup pour cette autre façon de préparer le maté je vais essayer

[@mikelreese5965]

Thanks for the video and love the enthusiasm for it being the best drink on earth lol!

[@chriscraigmusic]

My French press arrived last night, looking forward to putting it into action after this video 😁 Keep up the good videos 📹

[@ramiro4710]

You can also infuse the drink using orange or lemon peels to give it an extra layer of flavor, mixing it with medicinal herbs also work.

[@sunlitstormclouds]

Instructions start at about 1:27.

[@davideubanks8211]

Try like 6:13

[@odicindustries]

With coffee, when you finish pressing it, you are best to decant all of it immediately to minimize bitterness as the hot water continues to act on the plant matter after pressing, removing excessive tannins from the grounds. Albeit slightly less so, this seems to be true to my palate with Yerba Mate as well. Just another consideration to anyone French pressing it. :-)

[@Circleofdrink]

Thanks for the feedback.

[@guitarbytes]

You can a pinch of salt to coffee to take away the bitterness.

[@martinez19d]

good stuff bro thanks for the info.

[@tomasfortune6133]

Very good information, thank you so much

[@jessicajaynenc1202]

Great video thanks ... could you expand on this gourd you speak of ? I’m very interested now ...

[@champir3]

thak you for the reply greatly appreciated it.

[@frankbooth2879]

Something i love to add to yerba tea when using a french press is blackcurrant caffeine-free infusion bags

[@kaliumnitraat]

Sounds good

[@vincentsmart9540]

Great video man 👌Thanks

[@Circleofdrink]

+Vincent Smart Sure thing! Thanks for watching.

[@JustExtreme]

This way provides a way more noticeable high/awareness as you hinted :)

[@mrs.wright32]

Thank you for this video. I ordered Mate for the health benefits. But I was ignorant about the history and the ritual of making it. After watching several videos, I was afraid that I would mess up with the gourd and my expensive Yerba Mate order would be a waste of money. I came across this video, and I can do this! I have to purchase a French press, but I can do this.

[@livelifedeliciously3598]

Thanks for the video. I just purchased this tea from Circle of Drink from eBay and never had it before. Thought it was just tea. When reading the label I realized it was different and found this video on my research. It arrived with a nice note and fast, thank you.

[@Circleofdrink]

You're very welcome. Enjoy!

[@user-il1gb9vk6y]

Hello Dave Mate ,thanks alot for being a helpful Mate Guide.I've really learned alot from you .Keep going ,and posting those useful videos

[@Circleofdrink]

+Khalifa Almannai Appreciate it!

[@danielbengurion3945]

I sometimes make mate with my stovetop espresso maker. It helps me stay up for those late night study sessions. =)

[@Shellakabooki]

Just drinking my first ever cup of Yerba Mate and I love it! Thank you so much for this video, I will be brewing this way and taking it with me in a thermos to work now.

[@Circleofdrink]

Shellakabooki great to hear!

[@Shellakabooki]

I could not find my thermometre, so I poured boiling water into a beaker about 3/4 full then topped it up with filtered tap water. I am so impressed, the flavour was lovely and mellow. I am a true convert! Now to tell all my friends.

[@Circleofdrink]

Shellakabooki Sounds like what you did was just fine. So glad that you've found mate. I wish you well on your new journey. Spread the word :)

[@curiosidadesextrano]

Great idea.

[@Zarathustra851]

Great video new guy to the yerba mate i love it , may i used another time ? Or just one time ?

[@JazzyJunior]

Thanks so much this helped me out a lot. I tried a commercial bottled yerba mate tea and I was so impressed at my level of alertness and energy that I bought myself a loose lease version of it. Making it in the french press was really nice and easy for me to do.

[@Circleofdrink]

My sincere pleasure! Enjoy the clarity of mate :)

[@chuyton]

Wondering how many times you'd reuse the Yerba Mate using the french press method? I have not tried Yerba Mate and want to give it a try and have a french press, I like the fact that it can be reused so many times with the traditional method.

[@dustbunnieboo]

Thank you for this video. I just started drinking yerba mate and am trying to get used to the taste. Do you ever drink the green mate? If so, what are your thoughts about it vs the aged mate? Thanks again!

[@junjoucha8937]

nice vid bro do you think that you could do an close up, detailed video on how to brew traditional yerba mate in a gourd? there are tuts on how to do it but none of them are close up, and arent detailed at all. if you made a tut it would be great! thanks.

[@frankie7275]

Sore Throat GONE. Thanks Yerba Mate!!!!!! 🌿😎🌿 🍵

[@JUANRAMOS-hk7he]

Great video Dave. I've been following you with your videos for a few years now. What is the best tempature to infuse the yerba mate? And I know that it varies with all yerba mates. I am drinking rosamonte right now. I often just heat the water from my coffee maker I think that it heats up to 180. Is that to hot or cold? I think that with a bombilla and gourd it be around 160 but with a french press I'm just winging it. Great video brother.

[@ackamack101]

Thank you! 😌👍

[@junjoucha8937]

thanks so much bro! :)

[@AdrianaKamango]

Nice thank you! 👍💪

[@QuintinArlieNoggle]

Excellente, kind sir! I love leaving mine for as long as possible, often when I'm night shifts I prepare it in the morning and drink it during the night and MAN (!), does it kicks :D (also it seems to be very helping when you catch a cold)

[@anthonymendoza4711]

I was wondering about the ability to use a Toddy to make iced Yerba Mate. Do you have any advice on how to make yerba mate with this fashion?

[@abemusicatl6411]

how do you get that extentsion on the end of the plunger? my bodum doesnt have that... seems like it makes a big difference, as it doesn not reach reach far enough to press the mate..

[@Heaven3003]

great!!!

[@niikoeu493]

Is it also possible to put the hole mate after you used the french press into a thermos flask instead into some cups?

[@AshleyRichardt]

My butt clenched when he almost knocked over the french press.

[@Twit.Tw00]

nerves , and a professional educational video to film , I guess 😅

[@jeffreymarquez9523]

Hi! Thanks for the video.. clarification.. how many times we can use the mate on that french press? Or it's a one time use?

[@marcgomez892]

hey buen sistema. el mate es tradicional de mi pais. una formas mas de las tanta que existen

[@josephlarsen]

Can you add more mate and make a condensed version? I'd like to make 1 gallon worth of mate, can that be done in 1 pressing or should I do more?

[@RayCornett]

I have several presses but have never seen one like yours with the extra pieces on the plunger. What are those?

[@EdgardoCamposfsf]

That is call "mate cocido". The method is valid. One trick you also can try. Boil water 100 degree, put yerba mate as much as you want. Boil it 10 second and off the stove. Just wait 5 minute and the yerba mate will naturally go down without press. Testy with milk and little sugar.

[@zsoltpeter2858]

Thanks a lot. Can you Tell me, How many Times can i use the same mate letters? , 🇦🇷

[@Head1essC1own]

He sounds like Dr. Jacobi from Twin Peaks.

[@SW-pw3uj]

Thx man, hello from Russia

[@tortoise2022]

btw is cold or warm healthier and better in french press ?

[@Daniel-tm9fg]

That's how I used to prepare. It's easy to prepare and clean way of drinking Yerba Mate :)

[@Twit.Tw00]

Hey Bruh - why is it not good to mix the Matè with the spoon 😯 ? Also, how many tbsps Matè per litre 😯 ? Love this vid too , it's nice & clear 💚🍵

[@redclickbutton7767]

I recently came up with an idea of making my powdery yerba mate in a pressure espresso maker and I can't believe I didn't think about it earlier, so struggled with the powder in my mouth lol

[@tianyikou1745]

Thank you for this great video! There are always some dust in the tea. I wonder how to deal with the dust? Thanks!

[@Circleofdrink]

Tianyi Kou the powder is good.

[@georgekatsinis5224]

Different yerba's have different amounts of dust added to them.. or not.

[@hiddn9463]

Where do yo buy your maté ? do you have any website links where to buy it?

[@2ndchanceinlife]

Is using the gourd less bitter than using this French press ? I just used this French press and it's bitter af ! What brand of Yerba mate is less bitter ?

[@Ishay7227]

i do this sometimes usually use gourd

[@cupasoup2]

Love my yerba mate in the morning and you're video's. I just use a extra fine tea filter. I put one table spoon of yerba mate in a tea cup. Pour a little bit of cold water and boiling water in it. In an other teacup i place de filter on top of it. Pour everything in the other cup and ready it is. Sometimes i spill a little when i pour bit but i don't mind.

[@Circleofdrink]

cupasoup2 Sounds like a good system.

[@bishozio]

Thanks for the hint about using the french press!

[@Circleofdrink]

No doubt! Spread the word about Circle of Drink yerba mate.

[@formxshape]

I use a teapot with a fine filter. Seep for 5 mins. Then decant to flask to keep at the perfect temperature ❤. Bonus it’s easier to clean than the traditional method.

[@lauruguayitausa]

What you are doing, in Uruguay we call, mate cocido. And the old way to do it (my mom style), she would warm up water, as you said, without boiling, to the temperature of drinking it, she would turn of the fire, add the yerba mate, mix it until it soaked in and then drain it with a colander and a very thin piece of cloth, so no yerba goes thru. After that she would add some sugar and put it in the fridge to cool off. She would serve it with some ice, and use is as a fresh drink, we were kids and used to drink it all the time!

[@Circleofdrink]

Que bueno! :)

[@tortoise2022]

can u reuse it in french press ? or u throw it out after u filled one whole french press thingy and drank

[@J_a_k_e_]

I believe the type of mate that is processed by smoking activates the carcinogens. Mate that is simply dried is the safe kind.

[@katashley1031]

That's such a shame, I fell in love with the smoked variety. I love it regardless, but that smokey flavor haunts me to this day, lol.

[@andrewarvans1585]

If you just made your yerba mate with the french press (using fresh herbs) and you would like to reuse the yerba mate to make another batch, but you are not going to make another batch immediately (maybe a few hours later), how would you store the yerba mate (I.E. open container, air tight container, etc...) (I can't keep mine in the french press because it is stainless steel)? Also, is there a time frame the used batch of yerba mate should be used within (I.E. after a day the old batch should be discarded and a fresh batch of yerba mate should be used in the french press)?

[@kbprojekty]

Would really love to hear answer to this one too :) If anyone knows, please reply!

[@abrahamalexander4369]

You have to make it immediately

[@allahbless2278]

@@abrahamalexander4369 not necessarily

[@allahbless2278]

Same day would be best but it's fine for the day after as well

[@salcis24]

Thank you for the q&a i had been throwing it away after one batch, but great to know I can reuse the same day.

[@KnifeCrazzzzy]

How would vigorously stirring effect it adversely? Oh and how long does it stay good after a brew and how many brews from a press?

[@TuathaDeDanannQ1]

KC, why not stir it? Don't know. But, it stays good for a very long time after brewing. Like, several days. The yerba settles to the bottom but it's still good. I get two good presses from yerba before is starts to lose flavor.

[@Twit.Tw00]

I've been a serious UK Matè drinker for 4 years now ..... Much gratitude for your videos ..... they are SO helpful ! 😍

[@Twit.Tw00]

@CasualDude Hi mate ! ..... Cruz de Malta is a milder flavour and smoked , (to dry it), I believe , with the plant twigs still in! I use Kraus Pure Leaf Organic too - this is more green in the cup but it will definitely be more nutritional ! .... More bitter too. I've recently started to mix both of these products 50/50 and I feel like I've hit the nail on the head ! Perfect balance 🍵😎 I usually use about 5 tea bags of peppermint tea , I only using the contents of the tea bags and disguard the 'paper'. It's just my personal preference. Sometimes Melissa plant too - it tastes like lemon grass! I prefer to use 3 scoops / tbsp of Yerba per litre , then I chuck the leaves out unless I'm going to do a refill within the same day , I'll use the same leaves again but with another 3 scoops of Yerba also. Kraus Pure Leaf ( organic ) is much stronger / bitter than the weaker Cruz de Malta, hope that you find your happy medium and enjoy The Drink of The Gods 👍

[@Twit.Tw00]

@CasualDude Yes , Kruz de Malta is a lighter brown but I find it is much smoother and I love the flavour ( twice the price of Kraus organic tho ! ). I buy in bulk now from Urushop in Leicester :)

[@q8kowboy242]

this is amazing!! can I make yerba mate iced?

[@Circleofdrink]

Mohammad Alhumazi sure! We have many article about how to prepare it cold on circleofdrink.com.

[@ignacioaguirrenoguez6218]

Sure, It's called tereré.

[@BornTV]

Just did this twice today of the first five scoops. Caio

[@mr.wizard6891]

I just tried this for my first cup of mate. Is there a good way to store the steeped mate?

[@Circleofdrink]

Mr. Wizard Fridge should be fine.

[@eleonidas7418]

Hi Dave, what's the best yerba mate to prepare mate cocido? and why? Thanks.

[@Circleofdrink]

Eleo Basili Hey. There is no best, but I prefer the Earthy clean taste of Mission.

[@leticiaavila9375]

Hi, I‘d like to start drinking Yerba mate. Could you please recommend a brand?

[@Circleofdrink]

Mission Organic Yerba Mate.

[@nn-ek5jj]

My first day pressing with mate! Can i add a mushroom matrix powder to the mate?

[@Circleofdrink]

Sure.

[@aisnord1181]

Can we put it in smoothie?

[@brianc5592]

What I like to do is add a little Japanese Sencha in with the mate. It actually enhances the clarity and calmness.

[@champir3]

hi do you know how to infuse fruit on frech press , if so can you make a video?

[@Circleofdrink]

+champir3 Add the fruit to the french press just as you would tea and it'll infuse.

[@Grobbekee]

And after infusion put the press with the leaves in the fridge, You can infuse it 4 times before it gets too watery.

[@FacuCasalderrey]

what else you can make with a french press?

[@sebadejoda]

I don't know if you mentioned this in your videos but a know benefit of yerba mate is decressing appetite. So if you are on a diet it will help a lot.

[@Circleofdrink]

True.

[@lizrue5784]

Do you have a preference on which brand of mate to use ?

[@Circleofdrink]

I prefer my own brand, Circle of Drink. I also like Liebig, Playadito, Kraus Traditional, Anna Park.

[@rafikchbaklo]

nice share

[@ClaudiaRosati-Albakiara]

Hi I have just bought the yerba mate with bombilla and its cup of pumpkin ( very typical for drinking mate ) run all the steps you need to do to make a good mate , but on time can not drink a full cup , I wanted drinking mate in the traditional way but obviously are not capable and mistake something , change something if I do it this way?

[@Circleofdrink]

+Claudia Rosati Make sure to only fill it half-way. Then make a hole for the bombilla and only pour the hot water directly in the hole, keeping the other side of yerba dry in the gourd

[@MrScriven]

Btw this herb is bitter, but be sure you discarded the dust before you start. If you dont like it bitter, you can use sugar, but just on the first "cup"

[@richyagarwal]

Hi is there a way of reusing the leaves to make another batch of mate?

[@Circleofdrink]

Sure, just reuse them.

[@badnrad]

Hey Dave, what kind of thermos do you use???

[@Circleofdrink]

Jake BadNraD Stanley

[@posmaster22]

That plastic thing below the metal part of the press. What is it called and where do I get it? I have a bodum too, but it only has the metal part, and doesnt go down to the bottom. So when i make the mate it only strains out the water, I cant actually press it to get all the water out of the wet leaves. Maybe you cant just buy that one part by itself, so telling me the model of your french press would help me too.

[@KhorBaPeaceComesFromWithin]

Andrew Posfai did you ever figure out what it is? I can't find it anywhere.

[@ShivSilverhawk]

Khor Ba i have a bodum press where the metal sift goes all the way down to the bottom when empty. Works well!

[@kris3643]

Today is the first time I ever heard of yerba mate. She it on a person I follow on Instagram. When I put it in KZbin your videos came up. Thanks for all the wonderful information I'm excited to try it! Few questions. I'm a mom of three so I live on a tight budget. What are some great yerba mate teas for decent prices along with the accessories? Secondly and this is totally random and I'm just curious, could you put the yerba mate in a k cup and use it in a keurig? Has anyone tried this? Would you still get the same benefits? Thanks in advance!

[@Circleofdrink]

Hey Krista, thanks for reaching out. One of the best mates for your buck would be cruz de malta, which can be found on yerbamateland.com for about $7 dollars per half-kilo. When it comes to a good gourd, you're always better off investing in something high quality that has a lifetime warranty. All of our gourds on circleofdrink.com have such a warranty. If they ever leak, we'll replace. No problem. Trying mate in a K-cup is a good idea. I don't see why it wouldn't work, as long as you're using a mate that isn't too finely ground. Hope this helps! Salud :)

[@kris3643]

+Circle of Drink thanks so much! I'll be heading to your website to check it out now!

[@Circleofdrink]

You're very welcome :)

[@naz0079]

This is what I do too! 😋

[@TSCMJ12]

Quick question Dave, Rosamonte or Cruz de Malta? They seem to be popular brands with the Cruz de Malta being cheaper. I'd appreciate your opinion.

[@Circleofdrink]

+Rick Bonner If I have to decide between the two, Cruz de Malta for sure. It has a robust earthiness that's very appealing to my palate. You can read some of our reviews here: yerbamateland.com/category/yerba-mate-reviews/ and if you're on facebook, here's a powerful mate group to join: facebook.com/groups/circleofdrink/

[@TSCMJ12]

***** Thank you for the timely answer! I've heard almost equal good reviews on both, but seems the robust taste you mention is the winner with most who drink Cruz de Malta. Again, thank you.

[@Circleofdrink]

Anytime, my friend. Glad to help.