Imperial Mate Gourd - Chiseled Alpaca
- Handcrafted
- Double Alpaca strapping
- Hand engraving
- Worked cowhide leather
THE Alpaca engraved imperial mate gourds are the result of the collaboration with exclusive with our partner artisan, Cristian, one of the most talented in Uruguay!
This unique gourd is made from a squash from southern Brazil. It is hollowed out and then dried to acquire the resistant properties of wood.
The imperial gourds are models of great finesse of execution. Covered with worked leather and circled with Alpaca, the engravings are shaped by hand. Thus each pattern is different.
The calabash is sold without its Alpaca bombilla , also handcrafted!
With a height of 13 cm and a diameter of 10 cm , your imperial gourd will have a capacity between 180ml and 250ml and can accommodate up to 30g of yerba mate . As our gourd is completely handmade, the capacity and size may vary slightly.
Our Imperial gourds are not cured .
Orders placed before 4 p.m. are shipped the same day .
Delivery between 2 and 5 working days.
• Mondial Relay delivery in mainland France is free for all orders over €30 .
• Home delivery in mainland France is free for all orders over €80 .
Imperial Mate Gourd - Chiseled Alpaca
AN EXCEPTIONAL NATURAL CALABASH
THE SQUASH, THE ORIGIN OF THE GOURD
Our mate gourds are made from the hardiest gourds, grown in the southern region of Brazil.
These gourds are recognized as being the best for making calabashes thanks to their shape and thickness .
After harvesting, the squash is emptied and then dried for several months, in order to acquire the resistant properties of the wood.
AT THE HEART OF CRAFTS
So it is after this that our craftsman, Cristian, begins his meticulous work.
By hand, he will dress the gourd in leather and form feet to protect and stabilize it . He will then make a custom hoop and chisel it by hand, before fixing it on top of the mate gourd.
This is why our gourds are unique . The total manufacturing time, from the growth of the gourd to the exit from Cristian's workshop, is between 12 and 18 months .
In addition to your artisanal gourd, opt for the discovery of our range of organic mate , carefully selected for their incomparable flavor.
Why mate?
Mate is a traditional South American drink, prepared from the leaves of the yerba mate tree. It is rich in antioxidants , vitamins and minerals , and has stimulant properties similar to coffee and tea. It can help improve concentration , energy and digestion .
How to prepare and consume mate?
Mate is traditionally prepared in a calabash and consumed with a bombilla, a metal filtering straw. The calabash is filled about 2/3 full of yerba mate, hot water (not boiling, about 70-80°C) is added and sipped through the bombilla.
When to drink mate?
Mate can be consumed at any time of the day, depending on individual preferences and needs. As it contains caffeine, it is often enjoyed in the morning or early afternoon for a boost of energy and focus.
What does mate taste like?
We carefully select our different yerba mate for their exceptional flavors: sweet and complex , very close to the flavor of green tea .
We have detailed the flavors of our mates here