Mate is this tea-like beverage and (in the words of LonelyPlanet) “a national obsession.” It’s true, though, I’ve never seen anything like this before. It’s more common than Jennifer Aniston with her Smart Water. Everyone carries a big thermos filled with hot water and a little leather canister stuffed with mate. They drink it through these metal straws that strain the tea at the bottom. And it’s hot, did I mention that?
I tried it the other day and it’s fine; I really don’t understand the mania. It is very high in caffeine, which I guess is a draw, but I rather enjoy my daily naps.
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