If you’ve shopped around for yerba mate, you know that most are mass produced because of the demand for it outside of South America.

Now this doesn’t mean these big yerba mate brands are any worse, but it can reduce the care and attention that goes towards harvesting and preparing the yerba. And as a result, an inferior product.

However, some brands dedicate themselves to harvesting and preparing the best yerba mate they can.

In such a way that’s also safe for you and the environment…

One of these brands is Anna Park Yerba Mate.

And I’m sure you’re going to like it after you read this post to the end.

Here’s why…

Nose

After opening Anna Park’s beautifully decorated packaging, your nose is hit with these sharp and bright wood notes with subtle hints of citrus. I also get a bit of bread or toast in there. Being air-dried, there’s no trace of any smoky aromas either.

Taste

When I first tried Anna Park (2017), I didn’t think anything of it. Fast forward a couple years later (2019) and I can’t believe how good this thing tastes. Each sip carries predominant notes of fresh grass and soil with undertones of woods, citrus, and roasted nuts. These notes are nothing extraordinary, but this mate sure makes it seem like that. There’s nothing harsh, bitter, or smoky about this mate either making it very friendly for beginners.

As I begin reaching the second half of this mate, things change. That crisp citrus note from before starts to fade away, allowing a natural sweetness to come to the surface which reminds me of brands like Playadito and Liebig. Then, notes of hay and dried fruits also jump to the scene making this mate even more enjoyable. For a light to mild mate, you wouldn’t expect such complexity, but Anna Park is an exception.

I found this mate to do best in temperatures of around 145-155ºF (63-68ºC)

Finish

On the finish, this mate keeps its nuttiness from before and leaves it on your palate for you to take in. The aftertaste is also mixed with a sharp astringency and mild bitterness. That sour citrus note continues to float around in the background as well. Lasting over a minute, Anna Park finishes strong.

Body/Texture

Surprisingly, for a mate that’s not too bitter or harsh in taste, it features a medium body. Anna Park makes its presence known immediately with a slight heaviness to it. After several refills, however, the mate tones down a bit and becomes creamy and silky smooth. The astringency never dies down though. Expect sensations of a dry mouth and your tongue contracting/tingling. Personally, that’s not for me. But the taste of this mate makes up for it.

Cut

Anna Park features a classic Argentine cut. The blend overall has a nice olive green shade to it. Its leaves are a medium-to-coarse cut. Lots of short, thick and thin, long palos. And a good amount of dust to leave a nice powdery imprint on your hand when preparing. Some leaves and stems hold a dark brown, sometimes black, color. All in all, a very balanced blend.

Preparation couldn’t be easier as well. The dust holds the mountain of mate together, while the larger leaves and stems provide a clean filtration.

Cycle

Unfortunately, Anna Park has a short-to-medium cycle. With an average sized gourd (the one pictured here is considered small), I can only drink up to 1/2 a liter before the flavor of the mate almost tastes like nothing. The good news, however, is the mate loses its flavor gradually instead of instantly. So although its cycle is short, the flavor is strong throughout.

Effect

Anna Park is a mate I can drink everyday without ever having to worry about negative side effects.

Maybe it’s because it’s organic. Maybe it contains less caffeine. Or maybe I just personally respond to it well. We’ll never know. But what I do know is that whenever I drink this mate, I feel reborn. And that’s just what I, and probably most of you as well, need first thing in the morning.

Imagine being laser focused, but not jittery. And imagine being energized, yet calm. I’ve reviewed many yerba mate brands over the years, but no brand has stuck out to me more than Anna Park in regards to effect. I also forgot to mention that when I drink this mate, I feel healthier both physically and mentally. I feel light on my feet, clear-headed, and sharp

And no, this is not a placebo because it’s organic. I’ve had many organic brands in the past, but have never experienced the same effect Anna Park has on me.

Anna Park Yerba Mate Review

Anna Park is a mate you can rely on both in taste and effect.

Mild, smooth, and flavorful, no matter how long you’ve been drinking yerba mate, this is sure to satisfy your taste-buds.

Whenever I’m looking for a quick and simple mate to enjoy, this is the bag I reach for.

Unfortunately, this mate isn’t always readily available.

Why?

Because it’s family-grown. They don’t produce mass amounts of it. However, this isn’t a bad thing. This just goes to show  the amount of effort they put into harvesting only the best yerba mate they can.

So if you want to try this mate, visit one of the links below now before it’s too late!

Amazon (US | UK | CA | ES | DE | FR)
Click Here To Get A 500g / 1.1lb Bag

PampaDirect (Worldwide)
Click Here To Get A 500g / 1.1lb Bag

Un-Mate (Europe – 10% OFF Order)
Click Here To Get A 500g / 1.1lb Bag

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