You're about to discover the best yerba mate bombilla and the only one you'll ever need.
I've used it. Our followers used it. People who don't follow us use it. And I think we can all agree...
No bombilla can beat it.
And I'll tell you what it is for now...
The 1000-Hole Bomba.
But before I explain in-depth why, it's best to understand and compare it with all your other options first.
The Different Types Of Bombillas
There are tons of different types of bombillas. There are many sizes, shapes, and designs to choose from. But in general, they all fall into three categories in how they actually strain the yerba.
Here's a short video so you can get a good visual of what I'm describing.
The three categories are as follows:
Holes
The straw has a filter head that is perforated with tiny holes on the front and back. The pattern and number of holes can vary as well. Some are in a circular pattern, some in a T-shape, and some even in the shape of an object, though rare.
Slits
This is typically found on bombillas with a flat design, and the slits either go across the long portion in the front and back, or on both sides of the tubing.
Coil/Spring
These are either a tight coil attached to the straw's tubing, where the spaces in between serve as a filter. Or there's a spring fixed to the end of the bombilla, which already has holes on it, to serve as another layer of filtration.
Why Spoon Bombillas Are Best
Over the several years I've been drinking mate, I've used all types of bombillas and the best one is a spoon filter with holes.
This isn't to say the other ones (slits, coil, etc.) don't work. But if you want something that works for all types of yerba mate, spoon bombillas are the non-negotiable. This is the only type that will work with coarse-cut Argentine yerbas, all the way to extremely powdery Brazilian chimarrão.
It's for this exact reason that I decided to only sell spoon ones on our shop.
But here's the thing... even those aren't all made equal
Round VS Pear-Shaped Filters
When looking at spoon bombillas, they will come in either a round shape or a pear shape. And as named, round shapes are a perfect circle, while pear shapes are more like a pear or teardrop (previous picture).
Comparing the two, a round shape tends to do better than a pear shape, as the latter typically has a wider amount of space between the front and back of the filter. And that open space in between seems to make drinking tougher. This isn't always the case, though, as some look like the front and back are almost touching.
But to be clear: this is a minor detail.
The difference between a round and a pear shape isn't noticeable to the point that you should avoid one for the other. But it is a quick thing to note when wanting the best option possible.
And now that you know a round shape with holes is the best thing to look for, here's a version of that, but even better...
The 1000-Hole Bomba Is The Best Bombilla
This is the 1000-hole bomba (bombilla in Portuguese) and it is the best bombilla I have ever used.
It's made in Brazil by the company Bortonaggio and features a revolutionary, one-of-a-kind design. No other company has a bombilla like this as far as I'm aware. And just by the name and picture, you can probably tell why it works so well.
More Holes = Better Filtration
Compared to the typical spoon bombillas, which may have around 100 holes front and back, the 1000-hole bomba has a thousand holes (mil furos in Portuguese). But it's not just that it has more holes, but that the holes are also smaller. And of course, the smaller the holes, the fewer particles get passed through.
Not all of them have a thousand holes, though. Bortonaggio actually has two sizes: one with 800 holes, which has a smaller filter head, and one with 1000 holes, which has a larger filter head.
800 Holes VS 1000 Holes
You might be wondering if there's a difference between the two sizes. And in my experience, there definitely is.
The 800-hole works great and is a lot better than regular spoon bombillas. It clogs less and lets fewer particles pass through. With Argentine, Paraguayan, and Uruguayan yerbas, it's an absolute breeze. With chimarrão, it's not 100% solution, but clogging is a lot less likely.
Solid Stainless Steel Construction
The 1000-hole bombas are also made with durable stainless steel all throughout. This makes cleaning simple and maintenance low, especially when compared to other materials like bamboo which can mold and alpaca steel which tarnish and need routine polishing.
Removable Filter For Easy Cleaning
The Mil Furos Bomba also features a removeable filter head for easy cleaning. So after each mate, you can unscrew it and give it a good rinse to ensure no particles are left in the filter.
How To Buy The 1000-Hole Bomba
If you're tired of your mate clogging on you or just want ease of mind when drinking, you're definitely gonna want this bombilla in your collection.
Luckily, we currently have two on our shop which you can get below:
Click here for the 800-Hole Bomba
Click here for the 1000-Hole Bomba
Upgrade today and never look back!
P.S. For more bombillas, in case you prefer a different design, click here to view our entire bombilla collection.
0 comments