Description
Scaling Green Mountains
You’ve probably never sipped from a cuia this large and weighty, coming in at 200 grams of leather wrapped cuia with a whopping 65g dry weight yerba mate capacity. Stanton Cup Chalice is for the big boys and gals ready to scale towering green mountains of erva. Vessels come in varying natural hues from mocha to burgundy — each piece is unique.
Additional information
For the big boys and gals
Dimensions
- Brim width: 3.5 in, 8.90 cm
- Height: 5.25 in, 13.33 cm
- Width: 3.8 in, 9.65 cm
- Weight: 200 g
- Capacity (3/4s full dry yerba): 65g
- Capacity (liquid): 8oz
*Size, shape and hue may vary, as each piece has its own natural characteristics.
Materials
Locally sourced Brazilian cuia / squash, leather with natural dye.
Bombilla Pairings
Grazie Bronze 9in, 23cm
Erva Pairings
Large cuias are excellent vessels for erva mates and gaucho mates such as Yacuy Nativa, Galaxy and Cultyvada Medium.
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Allow the Natural Curing Process
No need to cure your cuia with any particular method. The vessel will naturally cure on its own, within three months, depending on your climate (faster in drier weather). Some mold and mildew is perfectly normal, as the excess plant material inside the vessel breaks down with use. After several weeks, you’ll notice a uniform dark hue and the cuia will begin to dry rapidly after each use. Most mate drinkers continue to use the cuia throughout the entire process, but you may also alternate between vessels during this process. If you are totally against mold and oxidation, then we recommend you select a metal or wooden vessel.
How to Prepare Traditional Yerba or Brazilian Erva