He mate It is an infusion based on yerba mate that unites all Argentines. Whether working, in the square, with friends, with family: mate is always present.
Those who usually have the role of primer know the importance of make a good mate. Although everyone has their own technique, there are some tricks that can enhance the quality of a mate.
Tricks to prepare the best mate
Choose the herb
The market offers a variety of brands and blends of yerba mate, there are mild flavors even the most intense, with or without medicinal herbs, sweetened or not. It is advisable to choose the one that is closest to each person’s tastes. You can also create your own mixture, combining the herb with herbs of your choice or other ingredients such as he coconut or honey.
Water temperature
The optimal temperature of the mate is 75ºCsince it does not burn the grass.
Avoid wetting all the grass
The famous little mountain is not only something aesthetic, but it also makes this perform more. If all the grass is wet it is more likely that washes quickly. Instead, you have to start priming the mates by pouring the water as close as possible to the bulb and every time you pour water into the container, the dry yerba will feed, gradually releasing the flavor.
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He who prepares, takes the first mates
The one who prepares the mate is who takes the first mates since they are the most bitter, cold, and serve to test the right temperature and flavor. This way the cebador will know, on the third or fourth mate, when the temperature and flavor are right, and it will be time to pass it to the guest.
Avoid moving the bulb
Once mate is started, it is recommended move the bulb as little as possible since it can be covered. Also, when you move the bulb, the dry yerba that feeds the mates gets wet faster and the mate will “yield” less.
Continuously prime
In order to maintain the flavor and ensure a good mate it is important constantly baitgiving continuity to the round to prevent it from getting cold the mate.
Source: Ambito
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