5 Refreshing Tereré Recipes - Complete Iced Mate Guide
Tereré, an iced version of traditional mate, is the perfect summer drink. Originally from Paraguay, this refreshing yerba mate drink is taking France by storm. Discover 5 easy recipes for making tereré at home with your gourd and bombilla .
What is Tereré?
Tereré is a cold version of traditional mate, particularly popular in Paraguay and northern Argentina. Unlike hot mate, tereré is prepared with cold or iced water, often enhanced with fruit juice, fresh herbs, or citrus fruits. This drink is ideal for refreshing yourself while enjoying the energizing benefits of yerba mate.
5 Essential Tereré Recipes
If you're already familiar with tereré and are looking for new ways to enjoy it, these five recipes will help refresh your palate and surprise your friends and family.
1. Classic Lemon-Mint Tereré
Ingredients :
- Quality Yerba Mate
- Fresh lemon slices
- Fresh mint leaves
- Cold water or ice
Preparation: Place the yerba mate in your gourd, add the lemon slices and fresh mint leaves. Gently pour in the cold water and enjoy this refreshing and energizing combination.
2. Tereré Tropical with Pineapple
Ingredients :
- Yerba mate
- Freshly squeezed orange juice
- Fresh pineapple chunks
- Cold water
Preparation: Prepare the yerba mate in your gourd, stir in the orange juice and pineapple chunks. Top up with cold water and stir gently for a burst of tropical flavors.
3. Tereré Herbal Relaxant
Ingredients :
- Yerba mate
- Dried chamomile
- Fresh mint
- Cold water
Preparation: Combine yerba mate with dried herbs in your gourd, add cold water, and let it steep for a few minutes. This variation offers a relaxing effect while retaining the energizing properties of mate.
4. Tereré Energizing Ginger
Ingredients :
- Yerba mate
- Fresh ginger slices
- Guarana powder (optional)
- Cold water
Preparation: Mix the yerba mate with the ginger slices and a pinch of guarana in your gourd. Pour in the cold water and enjoy a natural energy boost, perfect for the afternoon.
5. Tereré Fresh Citrus
Ingredients :
- Yerba mate
- Lemon, lime and orange
- Cold water
- Ice (optional)
Preparation: Place the yerba mate in your gourd and add lemon, lime, and orange slices. Fill with cold water and serve with ice for an ultra-refreshing drink with tangy notes.
Tips for a Successful Tereré
- Use quality yerba mate for optimal taste
- The water should be very cold (between 5-10°C) for maximum refreshing effect
- Prepare your fruit in advance and store it in the refrigerator
- Use a traditional calabash to respect authenticity
- Clean your bombilla well after each use
Conclusion
These five tereré recipes transform your yerba mate into a refreshing summer drink. Perfect for discovering this Paraguayan tradition, they're easy to prepare with a traditional gourd and quality yerba mate.
To prepare these delicious recipes, discover our selection of premium yerba mates in our collection, as well as our authentic gourds perfect for tereré.
Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and find your favorite combination. Tereré is a drink that invites creativity!
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Related: Discover the origins of tereré and how it is traditionally prepared in our article All About Tereré .
