Cacao Mate
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Cacao Mate
Indulge in this comforting blend of yerba mate and roasted cocoa husks, uplifted by hints of orange and vanilla flavours. Each sip delivers a warm, natural sweetness that lingers beautifully, leaving behind a rich, luscious aftertaste. This irresistible brew is the perfect choice for a cozy, comforting moment.
This luxurious herbal blend combines the natural energy of South American yerba mate with the rich, chocolatey depth of roasted cacao husks. Enhanced with French vanilla and bright orange flavours, it creates an indulgent experience that's naturally sweetened with stevia. The perfect balance of comfort and vitality makes this an ideal choice for those seeking energising warmth with dessert-like satisfaction.
Why You'll Love It:
- Natural Energy: Yerba mate provides gentle, sustained energy with chocolate comfort
- Dessert-Like Indulgence: Rich cacao husks with vanilla and orange create luxurious flavours
- Naturally Sweetened: Stevia provides perfect sweetness—no additives needed
- Cozy Comfort: Perfect for warming, comforting moments any time of day
Flavour Profile:
Primary Notes: Rich, roasted cacao husks with the earthy, energising character of traditional yerba mate creating a chocolatey foundation.
Supporting Flavours: French vanilla adds creamy smoothness while bright orange flavour provides citrus lift, all balanced with natural stevia sweetness for a luscious, lingering aftertaste.
Origin & Character:
Yerba Mate Base: Traditional South American herb known for providing clean, sustained energy and rich antioxidants, perfectly complemented by chocolate notes.
Taste & Texture: This indulgent blend delivers warm, natural sweetness with rich, chocolatey depth. It brews into a beautiful amber cup with comforting aromas and a luxurious, satisfying finish.
Functional Benefits:
- Sustained Energy: Natural caffeine from yerba mate provides gentle, long-lasting vitality
- Antioxidant Rich: Both yerba mate and cacao husks provide beneficial plant compounds
- Mood Support: Natural compounds in cacao promote feelings of wellbeing and comfort
Serving Suggestions:
- Comfort Moments: Perfect for cozy afternoons, evening wind-down, or warming treats
- Perfect Occasions: Dessert replacement, comfort breaks, indulgent self-care moments
- Serving Style: Best enjoyed hot—naturally sweetened and ready to savour
- Guilt-Free Indulgence: Satisfies chocolate cravings with natural energy boost
Cacao Mate is your perfect indulgent companion with rich chocolate flavours and natural energy. Comforting, naturally sweetened, and luxuriously satisfying, it's an excellent choice for chocolate lovers, cozy moments, or anyone seeking energising comfort with dessert-like pleasure. Perfect for afternoon treats, evening relaxation, or sharing warm moments.
Brewing
Use 1 tsp per cup or 1 rounded tsp per person for a teapot. Pour freshly boiled water, cooled to 80-90C, over the leaves and infuse for 2-3 minutes.
Ingredients
yerba mate, cacao husks, stevia, french vanilla flavour, orange flavour
t leaf T’s Commitment to Sustainable Packaging
At t leaf T, we're committed to reducing our environmental impact.
Why Do We Use Stand-Up Pouches?
Our stand-up pouches are made from soft plastic with a thin foil lining. This lining acts as a crucial barrier against light, moisture, and air, ensuring our teas stay fresh and flavorful throughout their shelf life.
In addition to protecting our teas, this type of flexible packaging is more efficient and environmentally friendly than traditional rigid packaging. Here’s why:
- Space-saving: Stand-up pouches ship, store, and dispose of flat, reducing the materials needed to produce them.
- Lower carbon footprint: They require less CO2 to manufacture and transport.
- Efficient design: We print directly on the pouches, eliminating the need for extra labels and further reducing waste.
Why We Don't Use Compostable Packaging
We understand the desire for fully compostable packaging, and we’d love to offer it. However, after extensive testing, we’ve identified two key challenges that prevent us from switching:
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Limited disposal options: Compostable packaging isn't accepted in council kerbside collections and isn't recyclable, meaning it usually ends up in landfill.
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Compromised tea quality: Biodegradable and compostable pouches degrade over time, even in storage. Teas need robust protection from light, moisture, aromas, and oxygen to maintain their freshness and flavour. During our tests, we found that compostable packaging allowed cross-contamination of aromas, especially in blends like Chai and English Breakfast. The result? A noticeable reduction in quality, which is unacceptable for our premium teas.
Given these issues, we’ve made the decision to stick with stand up pouches that ensures the highest quality and food safety for our teas.
Looking Forward to a Greener Future
At t leaf T, we're always on the lookout for better, more sustainable packaging options that don’t compromise on quality. Rest assured, we're committed to finding a solution that meets both our environmental goals and your tea standards.