Description
Traditional Yerba Mate Gourd
In South America they are often referred to as calabash mate gourds (mate de calabaza). They are made from dried and hollowed squash plants and are impervious to leaking. These gourds may be light, but trust us when we tell you that they are surprisingly strong and durable—we know some mate drinkers who’ve had the same calabash mate gourd for over 10 years.
All of our Jungle Cup Mate Gourds have been designed by hand in Argentina by our own Circle of Drink Master Artisan. We pride ourselves as not only the providers of amazing organic yerba mate and mate gourds, but as true artists who care about the quality of our work and craft. No compromises are made and we guarantee satisfaction.
Each gourd is slightly different in shape, size, and design, so your gourd will truly be one of a kind. Using natural plant-based dyes, each mate cup is elegantly painted with tribal patterns. With the right care, this gourd can last you several years or a lifetime.
Caring for your Calabash Mate Gourd
The best thing you can do for your traditional yerba mate gourd is to keep it as dry as possible when not it use. From time to time, you’ll want to let it get bone dry, allowing the natural material to harden over time.
Curing your Jungle Cup mate gourd is necessary, but it’ll only take a day. Below, we’ve provided links on how to best care for your mate gourd as well as some tricks on how to prevent mold.
- Simple Way to Cure a Gourd
- Taking care of your calabash
- Dealing with Mold in Your Calabash Mate Gourd
- Using the Sun to Kill Mold in your Gourd
Dimensions:
Weight: 1.5 oz
Depth: 2.75–3 inches
Brim: 2–2.25 inches
Width / Base: 3.5–4 inches
Capacity (dry weight yerba mate, 3/4s full): 60–80 grams (2.11–2.82 oz)
*shape and size may vary