Global Tea Regions - Brazil
Around the world with Tea
Maté
The “green gold of the Indios” is obtained from the leaves of the evergreen maté shrub; the leaves are sold either green or roasted.
Maté contains caffeine. Just as in the process for Black or Green tea, maté is withered and dried, and the length of brewing time, from 5 to 10 minutes, determines the drink’s effect.
