Refreshing Tereré: Traditional South American Cold Mate
Tereré is a delightful and invigorating cold beverage from South America, offering a refreshing herbal infusion with a hint of citrus, perfect for hot days.
Refreshing Tereré: Traditional South American Cold Mate
Tereré is a delightful and invigorating cold beverage hailing from South America, particularly popular in Brazil and Paraguay. This caffeine-rich drink, made with erva-mate, is perfect for combating the heat on warm days, offering a refreshing herbal infusion with a hint of citrus. This recipe guides you through crafting the ideal cup of Tereré, allowing you to personalize it with various flavors and present it as a revitalizing addition to your summer refreshment menu.
Ingredients
🍃 50-70 grams "Mate in Box" Erva-Mate (Yerba Mate)
🧊 Several ice cubes
💧 150-200 ml cold water
🍋 1/4 to 1/2 of a lime, sliced or squeezed
🍊 Optional: slices of orange
🍍 Optional Flavorings: lemon juice, pineapple juice
🌿 Optional: ginger, lemon peel
💦 Optional: carbonated water
Instructions
1- Prepare the Cup:
- Choose your preferred mate cup. For this demonstration, the yellow "Mate in Box" cup is ideal.
2- Add Erva-Mate:
- Tilt the cup at about a 45-degree angle and fill it with the erva-mate until it's 1/2 to 2/3 full.
- Lightly tap the side to settle the erva-mate to one side of the cup.
3- Add Ice:
- Gently place several ice cubes into the remaining space in the cup.
- Ensure they complement the erva-mate's placement.
4- Insert Bombilla:
- Insert the bombilla smoothly into the cup.
- Ensure the filter end is well-positioned within the erva-mate and ice section.
5- Pour Liquid:
- Carefully pour cold water and chosen fruit juices (such as lemon or pineapple), or carbonated water.
- Fill the cup until it reaches the level of the erva-mate mound.
6- Optional Flavoring:
- Enhance the drink by adding a slice of lime or other citrus peel
- Squeeze some juice directly into the drink for an extra zest if desired.
7- Serve:
- Sip and enjoy your refreshing Tereré immediately through the bombilla.
Prep Time: 2-3 minutes
Cook Time: None
Total Time: 2-3 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: Minimal, dependent on optional flavorings
Proteins, Fats, and Carbohydrates: Trace amounts unless added flavorings increase these values
Equipment: Yellow "Mate in Box" cup, Yellow plastic bombilla (likely by Mate in Box), Metal measuring cup/container (unbranded), Small wooden cutting board (unbranded), Knife (unbranded)
Cooking Tips:
- Tilting the Cup: This technique ensures space for the liquid and permits multiple refills by saturating the herbs gradually without losing flavor early on.
- Customization: Tease your taste buds by mixing various liquids and flavorings based on availability and preference.
- Serving Cold: Marathon hydration to fight off the heat; sip or gulp, satisfaction guaranteed.
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