Straw for Mate

Handmade stainless steel bombilla, handcrafted in Argentina – approx. 160 mm, with integrated notch filter

The essential complement to the calabash: with an elegant and original design, to enjoy maté the South American way for many years to come.

The Straw for Maté by Les Jardins de Gaïa

This beautiful handcrafted straw, approximately 160 mm long and featuring an original and particularly understated design, is the essential complement to the traditional maté container, the calabash. Handcrafted in Argentina, the birthplace of maté, it features discreet notches at the base that ensure perfect filtration of the infusion, retaining the leaves and allowing only the beverage to pass through. The stainless steel it is crafted from guarantees both durability and absolute preservation of the aromas: this "bombilla"—as it is called in Spanish—will allow you to savor and enjoy the benefits of maté for many years.
 
 
 

The roots of this Mate Straw lie in the tradition of the gauchos

The bombilla originated with the culture of maté, the national drink of Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay. The Guarani people were the first to steep yerba maté leaves, filtering them through reeds. With the arrival of the Spanish and the subsequent epic of the gauchos of the pampas, the straw evolved into metal, becoming a personal object, often finely crafted and passed down from generation to generation. In South America, maté is much more than a drink: it is a sharing ritual in which the calabash is passed from hand to hand within the group, while the bombilla—always the same, immobile in the container—seals the bond between those who drink. Owning a handmade bombilla, hand-forged in Argentina, means taking home an authentic piece of this convivial culture.
 
 
 

Choosing the stainless steel Mate Straw means taking care of yourself

Stainless steel is the ideal material for those who care about their health and the environment: it's hygienic, non-porous, easy to clean, and doesn't release any substances during infusion, preserving the aromas and properties of the beverage. Unlike disposable straws, a durable bombilla lasts for years of enjoyment while eliminating waste. The integrated filter allows you to drink maté correctly, reaping its full benefits: yerba mate is naturally rich in matein, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, providing sustained energy and clear focus. A simple, sustainable tool designed to last: the antithesis of disposable products.
 
 
 

How to Best Use: Mate Straw

• THE MATÉ RITUAL IN THE ARGENTINE WAY: place the bombilla in the calabash, pour the leaves of Organic green maté Fill the container to about ¾ full, then cover with hot water (never boiling) as many times as you like: the bombilla remains still throughout the tasting. Those who love "maté dulce" can sweeten it with a teaspoon of Organic Cane Sugar.
• AN ICED TERERÉ FOR THE SUMMER: in the Paraguayan tradition, maté is also drunk cold: fill the calabash with leaves, pour iced water and add some zest. Organic Amalfi Coast Lemon: tereré is the thirst-quenching and energizing drink for hot afternoons.
• A BOMBILLA FOR ALL LEAVES: its perfect filter also makes it ideal for tasting other robust infusions in the South American style, such as Organic Gunpowder Green Tea or the refreshing one Organic Sweet Digestive Green Tea.

The Producer: Les Jardins de Gaïa

Since 1994, Les Jardins de Gaïa has been offering teas, herbal teas, and tasting accessories selected with the same care reserved for its own organic and fair trade leaves: a certified member of the WFTO (World Fair Trade Organization), it favors handcrafted, durable objects that respect the traditions of their countries of origin.
 
 
 

Features

• Material: stainless steel
• Length: about 160 mm
• Filter: discreet notches at the base for perfect filtration
• Processing: handcrafted, handmade in Argentina

Machine maintenance

Rinse with clean water after each use and allow to air dry.
 
 
 

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