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Rio Negro Bitter Lemon
Rio Negro

Rio Negro Bitter Lemon

Argentina

Water temperature70–75 °CCutFineCompositionWith additionsStemsStemlessDustLowStyleFlavoredBitternessHigh

Flavor profile

Rio Negro Bitter Lemon is a yerba mate from Argentina. It represents the “Flavored” style. Its ingredients include yerba mate, lemon peel, lemongrass and flavoring. Its cut is described as “finely ground, despalada (few stems)”. Its flavor profile is described as “citrus, bitter-lemon, quinine-like”.

Origin country: Argentina

Harvest region: Corrientes

  • citrus
  • bitter-lemon
  • quinine-like
  • refreshing bitterness
  • sweet-sour candy
  • lemon peel
  • lemongrass
  • bitter
  • astringent
  • lemony
  • lemon

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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FAQ

What is the origin of Bitter Lemon?

Bitter Lemon is listed with origin country: Argentina.

What flavor profile does Bitter Lemon have?

Bitter Lemon is described as citrus, bitter-lemon, quinine-like.

Is Bitter Lemon beginner friendly?

This product is not explicitly flagged as beginner friendly.

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