Chaga Chai

Yerba Mate Tea

• National Drink of Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay!
• Comes from the Ilex paraguariensis plant
• More Popular than Coffee in these countries
• Traditional Served in a Gourd and Metal Straw
• Rich in Antioxidants known as Polyphenols and Catechins - Higher than Green Tea
• High Caffeine - 80% of Coffee Caffeine
• Enhance Physical Performance
• High Antibacterial Activity
• Boosts Metabolism
• Calorie-free, Fat-free, Gluten Free

When talking about the many types of tea we sell, Yerba Mate is not a part of the standard Camellia Sinensis plant but from a holly plant called Ilex Paraguariensis plant that is indigenous to South America.  Yerba Mate comes in two versions - Green (non roasted) Yerba Mate or Roasted Yerba Mate,   both coming from the same plant but different types of processing. The finest yerba mate is shade grown in the subtropical rainforest, sheltered from direct sunlight to produce dark, hunter green leaves rich with flavor and nutrients. Seeds are planted in the shade of taller trees and the leaves and stems are harvested and dried by hand. After a flash heating process which preserves nutritional properties, the leaves and stems are dried at low temperatures and aged in cedar chambers for up to one year which produces a smooth, rich flavor.  When talking about Traditional Yerba Mate, the standard drink for people of South America, it is the green or unroasted version of Yerba Mate. While we offer a lot of Yerba Mate, our clients prefer to drink Roasted Yerba Mate.

Black Tea

• Most Popular Tea
• Fully Oxidized Tea Leaf
• Approx 20% of Coffee Caffeine
• Rich in Antioxidants known as Polyphenols and Catechins
• Lowers Risk of Diabetes
• Great for Heart Health
• High Antibacterial Activity
• Helps Parkinson's and Diarrhea
• Calorie-free, Fat-free, Gluten Free

When talking about the many types of tea, Black Tea is the most well known and most widely available in many forms.  Black tea can be found at any grocery or bulk store plus it can be found in Ready to Drink form at any convenience store.  This tea has a lot of robust flavors and a nice dark red color when steeped. For many the fact that tea does not have much flavor, black tea can satisfy that need for a full tasting option.  With all the tea types, Black Tea will have the most caffeine, but it is considerably less than what they typical cup of Coffee may contain. For many people who are new to tea, Black Tea can be one of the first options because it has such a full flavor and color, and it is easy to modify.  Black Tea can be sweetened or even have milk added to make is a creamy hot beverage of choice.

Black Tea origins are very vast.  The premium Black Teas we carry come from China, Sri Lanka and the most Famous Darjeeling from India.  We also source some of our Black Tea from Africa and Thailand for something unique. Normally, Black Teas will be in placed into combinations like the industry standards of English Breakfast or Irish Breakfast, but we also have many single country origins available.

If you are new to tea, Black Tea is a great start.  Lots of flavor and pairs well with sweetener or milk.