Paraguayan Tereré Recipe (Iced Herbal Tea)
Tereré, often referred to as "iced herbal tea," is the national beverage of Paraguay in South America. This invigorating drink is made from the dried leaves and twigs of the Ilex paraguariensis tree.
Ingredients
- Yerba mate – 6 tbsp
- Cold water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon juice
- Any fruit juice of your choice (pineapple, orange)
- Mint leaves
Instructions
- Take a guampa (a specialized glass for Tereré) and add the yerba mate in it.
- Turn the guampa sideways by covering it with your palm so that the yerba mate moves to one side of the glass.
- Now take the bombilla. We are using the spoon bombilla as it prevents the particles from entering your mouth while sipping.
- Place the bombilla in the empty space at the side of your guampa. Add ice cubes in it.
- Make a mixture of cold water, orange juice and mint.
- Pour this mixture in and wait for a moment in order to enhance the amount of flavour to your drink.
- Your amazing and refreshing cup of terere is ready for drinking.
Nutrition
Calories: 34kcalCarbohydrates: 8gSodium: 40mgSugar: 7g
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