# Especial

Canonical URL: https://thematerico.com/products/as-de-bastos-especial-336

Canonical product id: 336. Brand: As de Bastos. Origin: Argentina. Style: herbal. Flavor profile: vegetal-acidic, citrus-like, wafer-like. Ingredients: yerba mate. Certifications: not declared. Drying method: barbacua de cinta (heat without smoke contact).

Updated: 2026-04-03T13:35:05.855Z

## Overview

Especial by As de Bastos is cataloged as a yerba mate profile from Argentina. Style: herbal. Flavor profile: vegetal-acidic, citrus-like, wafer-like.

## Facts

- Canonical product id: 336
- Brand: As de Bastos
- Origin: Argentina
- Style family: herbal
- Drying method: barbacua de cinta (heat without smoke contact)

## Tasting Highlights

- Primary profile leans toward vegetal-acidic, citrus-like, wafer-like.
- Tasting notes include vegetal-acidic, citrus-like, wafer-like, astringent finish.
- Smokiness is marked as high.

## Usage Tips

- No recommended water temperature is declared.
- Not explicitly positioned as beginner friendly.
- No filter straw or matero guidance is declared.

## FAQ

### 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.


## Related Links

- As de Bastos: https://thematerico.com/yerba-mate/brands/as-de-bastos
- Argentina: https://thematerico.com/yerba-mate/origins/argentina