“Intriguing alternative to Yerba, which tends to get bitter if you aren’t scientific about your brewing parameters. The small dry leaves have a firm earthy aroma which reminds one of a pure lush...” Read full tasting note
“So I slept in late, and when I awoke, my order from Harney was on the doorstep. My day was off to a great start, was very excited to get my goodies, I ordered lots of trial sizes, and a tin of...” Read full tasting note
“This has become one of my regular morning drinks lately. I first tried it about six months ago when I was looking for something with high caffeine for the mornings which broke out of my usual black...” Read full tasting note
“Trying guayusa always feels more like trying a caffeine free herbal by the taste of it, but the buzz says otherwise. Also realizing that this herb is a cousin of yerba mate, it’s shocking how they...” Read full tasting note
Guayusa
This is a traditional Ecuadorian beverage from the Amazon. Like Mate, it contains elevated levels of caffeine and many antioxidants. It has a mild vegetable flavor. Only recently has it started to be brought into the States.
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