Torpedo Mate Gourd - Imperiale
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Commande
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The YVY Imperial Torpedo Mate Gourd is the ultimate expression of high-quality craftsmanship. Its imposing silhouette and elegant design make this gourd a jewel for any mate enthusiast.
Here's what distinguishes this gourd:
- 100% handcrafted
- Brazilian pumpkin
- Alpaca leather banding and hand-carved details
- Hand-chiseled bronze upper rim
- Covered in hand-stitched dyed leather
- Approximately 250ml
Each piece is unique, and every detail is meticulously crafted over many months. This unparalleled level of craftsmanship means we can only produce a very limited number of pieces .
The Torpedo Imperial mate gourd is the most elaborately crafted torpedo model.
Indeed, the engravings on the alpaca and bronze are done by hand by our artisan in Uruguay. The patterns are all unique and give a Guarani touch to this magnificent object. A layer of bronze fully covers the inside of the Alpaca ferrule.
Measuring 11.5 cm in height and 9 cm in diameter, the gourd holds between 150 ml and 300 ml and can accommodate up to 25 g of yerba mate. As the gourd is entirely handcrafted, capacity and dimensions may vary.
NB: Our gourds are not cured, and to enjoy your gourd for as long as possible and avoid altering the taste of the mate, we strongly recommend that you cure it.
Feel free to leave a note with your order or email us to specify the desired capacity!
Orders placed before 11am are shipped the same day.
Delivery:
• Chronopost pickup-point delivery (1 to 4 days) in mainland France is free for orders over €45.
• DPD home delivery (1 to 2 days) in mainland France is free for orders over €90.
More information on our delivery rates for France and Europe.
Torpedo Mate Gourd - Imperiale
AN EXCEPTIONAL NATURAL GOURD
THE SQUASH, THE ORIGIN OF THE GOURD
Our mate gourds are made from the sturdiest squashes, grown in southern Brazil.
These squashes are recognized as the best for gourd making thanks to their shape and thickness.
After harvest, the squash is emptied then dried for several months, to acquire the resilient properties of wood.
AT THE HEART OF CRAFTSMANSHIP
This is when our artisan, Cristian, begins his meticulous work.
By hand, he dresses the squash in leather and shapes feet to protect and stabilize it. He then crafts a made-to-measure band and chisels it by hand, before fitting it to the top of the mate gourd.
That's why our gourds are unique. Total production time, from the growth of the squash to leaving Cristian's workshop, is between 12 and 18 months.
Alongside your artisan gourd, treat yourself to our range of organic mate, carefully selected for its unmatched flavor.
Why mate?
Mate is a traditional South American drink made from the leaves of the yerba mate tree. It is rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, and has stimulating properties similar to coffee and tea. It can help improve focus, energy and digestion.
How to prepare and drink mate?
Mate is traditionally prepared in a gourd and drunk through a bombilla, a filtered metal straw. Fill the gourd about 2/3 full with yerba mate, add hot water (not boiling, around 70-80°C) and sip through the bombilla.
When to drink mate?
Mate can be enjoyed at any time of 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 yerba mates for their exceptional flavors: smooth and complex, very close to the taste of a green tea.
We've detailed the flavors of our mates here
