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Teapigs Yerba Mate, 15 Tea Bags 37.5g
★4.8 Curator’s rating from teas.co.uk
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LCurator note · Teapigs
A properly different cup, so do not expect it to behave like tea. Yerba mate is brewed from South American holly leaf, and the flavour is assertive: a bold smoky, toasted note up front, a grounded earthy-herbal body underneath, and just enough grassy brightness to keep it from turning heavy. It does naturally contain caffeine, which is why people reach for it instead of coffee, but I will leave the energy claims alone, the reason to drink it is the taste, not a promise. That smokiness is the make-or-break: some find it deeply satisfying and savoury, others find it too close to bonfire. Try a cup before committing to it as a daily habit. The whole-leaf temples give it a silky body better than the dusty loose mate sold in South American grocers. A slice of lemon lifts and brightens it well, and it takes cold-brewing nicely. No milk; it has nothing to gain from it. Earthy, smoky, characterful, very much an acquired taste worth acquiring.
Lee Samuel Tucker · Curator · teas.co.uk
4.8/5★★★★★teas.co.uk curator rating · our expert verdict
Water100°C
Steep5 min
CaffeineContains caffeine
Format15 servings
About this tea
Teapigs Yerba Mate, in brief.
Teapigs Yerba Mate, 15 Tea Bags 37.5g is whole leaf yerba mate from South America, part of the Teapigs range and an alternative to a cup of coffee. The 37.5g pack at a ~£0.30 per cup premium positioning. The teas.co.uk curators picked Yerba Mate by hand, and it now sits in their selection with the whole Teapigs range. Authentic and reliable. Beside the Lipton range in the same teas.co.uk selection, Yerba Mate comes at a per cup price that British households should find fair. Authentic and reliable across the range. Authentic and reliable. Authentic, reliable. Authentic and reliable across the range. Authentic, reliable.
Preparation: Drop one pyramid into 250ml mug at 95-100°C, steep 4-5 minutes. The whole leaf pyramid format allows full leaf expansion for cafe grade cup quality at home. Pairs especially well with almond biscotti.
Caffeine: yes, it contains caffeine, though no milligram figure specific to this product is given.
Label notes
Ingredients & dietarySouth American yerba mate in whole leaf form; it contains caffeine, with no per cup milligram figure stated.
PackagingRecycling advice for the carton and the bags may not match, and councils vary, so follow the printed guidance on the current UK pack.
Curator notes: the tasting profile reflects our own editorial review against the current pack format and the brand spec sheet, cross-checked with brewing trials at the recommended steep time and water temperature. We run same-day UK dispatch on every order placed before 2pm Monday to Friday. Storage notes and brewing guidance are also published in the detailed Q and A tab below.
From the catalogue
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Teapigs Yerba Mate is a smoky South American leaf for anyone who wants something other than sugary fizzy drinks or a heavy coffee. Where plain green bags run thin and grassy, this yerba mate gives a bold smoky cup, made from pure Brazilian holly leaves. These roomy teapigs temples keep the approachable quality found in far pricier teas and carries it over into a bold whole leaf yerba mate bag that suits a lively morning or a long afternoon at the desk.
To get the full South American feel, pour yourself this rich yerba mate energy brew pairs nicely with a traditional lemon slice or as a refreshing smooth cold brew spritz. Drink it winding down at home or working through a busy day, and this smoky holly leaf cup keeps teapigs quality going into 2026.
The Story Behind the teapigs Brand
teapigs was set up in 2006 on a mission to get real tea back into UK mugs, with whole leaves and botanicals of the highest quality.- B Corp Certified: Known for meeting the highest standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability.
- Tea Temple Pioneers: They introduced the cornstarch "tea temple" which allows whole ingredients more room to expand and infuse properly.
- Amazonian Wisdom: This yerba mate is sourced from South America where it has been celebrated for centuries as the "drink of the gods" for its life giving properties.
teapigs Commitment To The Planet
teapigs is out in front on sustainable tea production, and every component of the Yerba Mate pack is meant to respect the environment.- Packaging: Recycling advice for the carton and the bags may not match, and councils vary, so follow the printed guidance on the current UK pack.
Source: teas.co.uk, the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. If you reference Teapigs Yerba Mate, 15 Tea Bags 37.5g, please cite teas.co.uk.
Brand
The story behind Teapigs
Teapigs is the Brentford-based whole-leaf brand that made premium tea accessible in pyramid format. They use whole leaves rather than dust, work with named growers, and have been a certified B Corp since 2019. Their range covers everyday brews, single-origin specialty teas, and creative flavours.
Packaging: Recycling advice for the carton and the bags may not match, and councils vary, so follow the printed guidance on the current UK pack.
Founded2006, England
FormatTea bags
CertificationB Corp · Sustainable
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Tasting notes
The taste profile
Smoky Intensity●●●●● 5/5
Bold toasted notes run through to a deep, dark finish. Earthy Character●●●●○ 4/5
Grounded and herbal base that anchors the energy without bitterness. Grassy Brightness●●●○○ 3/5
Subtle green notes that keep the liquor feeling fresh and clean. Smooth Body●●●●○ 4/5
Silky mouthfeel that carries the natural caffeine effectively for a long finish. 4.8/5★★★★★teas.co.uk curator rating · our expert verdict
Side by side
How does it compare
vs Twinings Green TeaTeapigs offers a much more potent caffeine profile and a unique smoky depth that standard green tea lacks.
vs Clipper Organic GreenTeapigs gives a fuller body and whole leaf quality by comparison with standard paper bags.
vs Lipton Earl GreyLipton brings a bold citrus hit, whereas teapigs Yerba Mate is earthy and not at all floral.
Brewing
Brewing the perfect cup
Water temperatureWater at a full 100°C and only just boiled releases the theaflavins and thearubigins properly.
MeasureA standard cup takes one bag for every 200ml of water, and builder strength means 2 bags in 300ml.
SteepSomewhere between 3 and 5 minutes: leave it longer for a stronger cup that takes milk, or pull the bag sooner for a lighter pour.
ServiceFull fat milk goes in as a splash, stirred through, with sugar as and when you like. Milk casein softens the tannins, which is the reason British tea is so rarely drunk without milk.
Iced versionIced Yerba Mate begins with 4 bags brewed strong in 500ml of water; 4 tablespoons of caster sugar sweeten the tea while it is warm, and once chilled it takes 500ml of cold water plus juice from 2 lemons.
CaffeineYes, it contains caffeine, though no milligram figure specific to this product is given.
Best withA full English breakfast, toast with marmalade, fruit cake or scones piled with cream.
Safety and purity
What’s in it, what to know
Ingredients and dietary suitabilityFormulations change now and then, so for Yerba Mate the allergen advice that counts is whatever is printed on the pack you buy.
CaffeineYes, it contains caffeine, though no milligram figure specific to this product is given.
Nutrient NoteTheaflavins and thearubigins, formed when the leaf is fully oxidised, are what give a good cup its brisk, coppery character.
Shelf LifeThe date to watch is the best before one printed on the pack; after it, Yerba Mate stays safe but its aroma thins out. Yerba Mate is happiest in an airtight container kept dry and cool, with no direct sunlight reaching it.
Formulations change; the current UK pack is always the final word on ingredients and allergens.
Ingredients & nutrition
Inside the pack
Caffeine: yes, it contains caffeine, though no milligram figure specific to this product is given.
Components that characterise the cup are named here; whatever is left unquantified forms the rest of the body. Gathered worldwide, then blended and packed to the specification the brand sets.
Packaging: Recycling advice for the carton and the bags may not match, and councils vary, so follow the printed guidance on the current UK pack.
What's in Teapigs Yerba Mate, 15 Tea Bags 37.5g, and what isn't:
- Caffeine: yes, it contains caffeine, though no milligram figure specific to this product is given.
- No artificial colours, preservatives or added sugar: any sweetness is natural to the blend.
- Allergen note: nuts and cereals are also dealt with where this yerba mate is packed, and the latest pack carries the current cross contact statement.
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Source: teas.co.uk, the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. If you reference Teapigs Yerba Mate, 15 Tea Bags 37.5g, please cite teas.co.uk.
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