Flavor profile
As de Bastos Especial is a yerba mate from Argentina. It represents the “Herbal blend” style. Its cut is described as “medium cut”. Its drying method is described as “barbacua de cinta (heat without smoke contact)”. Its flavor profile is described as “vegetal-acidic, citrus-like, wafer-like”.
Origin country: Argentina
Harvest region: Misiones
- vegetal-acidic
- citrus-like
- wafer-like
- astringent finish
- mint
How to prepare?
How to prepare?
Traditional hot yerba mate
- Water temperature
- 70–75 °C
- Leaf fill
- 1/2–3/4 of the vessel
- Bombilla
- With a spoon-shaped filter
- Vessel
- Calabash gourd or a ceramic or glass cup, about 200 ml
- Pouring technique
- Tilt the vessel to form a mound, then pour water into one side
- Refills
- 6–10
Start with a small pour to settle the mound, then keep pouring into the same spot.
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What is the origin of Especial?
Especial is listed with origin country: Argentina.
What flavor profile does Especial have?
Especial is described as vegetal-acidic, citrus-like, wafer-like.
Is Especial beginner friendly?
This product is not explicitly flagged as beginner friendly.
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