pgluth1 wrote in
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Just got my first order of yerba mate from stash.com. Can't comment on
the quality because I have nothing to compare it too. I have not
purchased the proper equipment and have made a few pots in a french
press. My order was processed quickly and it was 3.5 days from the
time I ordered the tea and when it arrived on my doorstep.

Like you, I've only tried it from one place. I found some for a better
price elsewhere, so I'll probably buy some and compare.

I've only done the infusion/bombilla thing, but I am looking at a small
French press for myself.

I drink more than my share of caffeinated beverages in the course of a
day - strong African coffees, rich Asian teas, tempered with the
occasional rooibos or green tea. Frankly, I do not notice any
caffeine-like effects, probably because my tolerance is so high.
Pleasant, leafy flavor, but with the cooler water brewing, it is also
quite smooth in texture. I can say it falls into that "acquired taste"
category and I will report back after I have had some more experience.

Yep, all of that is consonant with what I've found. Though I've read that
some people pooh-pooh the difference between "mateine" and caffiene, I
really loaded up on it last night, and noticed only a clear, light buzz at
most--no jitters whatsoever.
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