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"CÁLIZ" Imperial Mate Gourd - Chiseled Bronze Rim & Croc Leather
$85.00 USD
Description
This imperial mate gourd features an intricate chiseled alpaca rim in a shimmering bronze hue, contrasted with a smooth croc-patterned leather. Our CALIZ imperial has everything you need to standout from the rest. Carefully handcrafted in Argentina, each sip not only lets you feel the premium construction put into each gourd, but also allows you to admire the work of art put into each rim as the engravings dance in the light. Ranges from medium to large capacity.
It’s recommended you cure your gourd before use. (The size, shape, rim design, and shade of the leather may vary from the pictures shown as no two gourds are the same and are all handmade – some are larger, some are smaller.)
Dimensions (approx.): 3.7 x 4.2 in.
Care / Maintenance
Mate Gourds
Before your first use, it's best to cure your mate gourd (if made of calabash or wood) to remove debris and reduce bitter tannins.
- Fill with hot water (170°F / 77 °C) and steep for 20 minutes.
- Pat dry with a paper towel.
- Dry gourd on its side in a well-ventilated spot (a fan works best).
Bombillas
New bombillas should be cleaned to remove any potential manufacturing residue.
- Boil in water with 1 tbsp baking soda for 10–15 minutes.
- Rinse thoroughly and pat dry.
Yerba Mate
Keep yerba mate in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. For green yerba, store in the fridge/freezer to preserve freshness and prevent degradation. An airtight container works best.
Shipping & Returns
- Free US shipping on orders $60+ (2-5 business days)
- Worldwide shipping to 50+ countries (more info)
- Returns allowed within 30 days