Mate is a 100% natural energy drink from South America. It is consumed for its many benefits but also for its symbols of sharing and conviviality. So if you want to know what accessories are essential for sipping your mate , you've come to the right place!
THE CALABASS & THE BOMBILLA
The gourd is a large local South American dried fruit that serves as a vessel for sipping mate . It is more commonly called squash. It is therefore a 100% natural product. It is the essential and most popular accessory in Latin America!
This calabash is 100% natural, in addition to the metal finish to prevent overflows.
You can obviously find other gourds on our site such as the stainless steel gourd or the wooden gourd .
The bombilla is a filtering straw that allows you to drink your mate as it was originally. It can be made of aluminum or stainless steel.
Our bombilla is directly made in Argentina by local artisans. It is entirely made of stainless steel and allows you to sip mate in the South American tradition.
You can also find the flat bombilla right here
With the calabash and the bombilla , you can drink your mate as in the South American tradition. These are therefore the first two essential accessories for consuming your mate .
Link to article “how to cure and maintain your gourd ” (link to add)
THE INFUSION BOTTLE
The infusion bottle is a glass bottle with a small stainless steel filter container allowing you to make your mate infusion . It is a sturdy, heat-resistant bottle that has a capacity of one liter. Being a double-walled glass bottle , it will protect you from burning you. It is useful for your travels so you can do your mate wherever you are. You can even enjoy it in the summer for a good iced mate !
THE THERMOS
For mate lovers, the mate thermos with pouring spout is essential! The Thermoses are also made of stainless steel and have a volume capacity of 1L. They can keep your water hot or cold for up to 8 hours! The Mate Thermos is therefore an essential accessory if you want to be able to prepare your mate wherever you go and always at the right temperature!
To conclude, you have 4 essential accessories for consuming your mate . The traditional calabash and bombilla , the infusion bottle , and the Thermos . With these 4 accessories you are ready to prepare and drink your mate anywhere and all year round!
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