Tereré – yerba mate for cold preparation

What is tereré? Yerba mate in a refreshing summer style

Tereré is a traditional way of drinking yerba mate cold, particularly popular in Paraguay, northern Argentina and southern Brazil. Instead of pouring hot water over the dried leaves, cold water is used, often with ice, mint, citrus fruit or fruit juice. The result? A refreshing, light drink that’s ideal for hot days.

At MateMundo, you’ll find specially selected yerba mate for tereré – blends that work especially well when prepared this way. Classic blends or those with mint, lemon, eucalyptus or fruit are made with a chilled mate-drinking ritual in mind.

Why try yerba mate cold?

1. Refreshment without a caffeine shock

Tereré gives you a gentle boost without a sudden “energy spike”. It’s ideal if you’re looking for an infusion with a milder effect – light on the body yet effectively refreshing.

2. Perfect for summer and hot days

Cold yerba mate helps hydrate and refresh you, giving a pleasant feeling of coolness – especially when served with ice and citrus fruit. In summer, it makes a natural alternative to fizzy and sweetened drinks.

3. Beginner-friendly

Yerba mate prepared cold has a milder flavour than a classic infusion. Its lower intensity and less noticeable bitterness make tereré a good option if you’re just starting out with yerba mate.

What makes yerba mate for tereré different?

• Coarser cut – less dust, making it easier to filter at low temperatures,
• Flavour additions – mint, eucalyptus, citrus peel, pineapple and berries,
• Cool notes – blends are often designed to feel cleansing and refreshing,
• Low dust content – easier to prepare using a classic bombilla.

How do you prepare tereré?

It’s simple! Add yerba mate to a vessel (such as a guampa or calabash gourd), add ice cubes and pour in cold water (you can add lemon or orange juice). Use a bombilla with a good filter and you’re ready to enjoy a cold, natural drink that hydrates and refreshes like nothing else.

Yerba mate for tereré at MateMundo

Our range includes a wide choice of yerba mate that’s ideal for cold preparation. We offer classic Paraguayan blends as well as flavoured products with additions that go perfectly with cold water. Each product description explains whether it’s suitable for tereré, so you can quickly find the right dried yerba mate for you.

If you haven’t tried yerba mate this way yet, now is the perfect time. Choose yerba mate for tereré and enjoy a refreshing taste of South America!