Iced Yerba Mate Cashew Latte
Yerba mate is a tea from South America that provides energy due to its caffeine content. It has a unique taste that is best described as earthy and bitter. Much like coffee, it can be served many different ways. Here is an iced latte like recipe to try!
Ingredients:
Yerba mate loose leaf tea (or a yerba mate tea bag) (available from health food stores)
2 oz (about 50g) of soaked cashew nuts (here’s how to soak cashews)
Raw honey
A dash of cinnamon
Ice
Method
Brew some yerba mate. For example, you can use loose leaf mate and a french press or a yerba mate tea bag and a cup of warm water.
Add the brewed yerba mate and the soaked cashew nuts in a blender with cinnamon, the desired amount of honey, and ice cubes.
Blend it until it becomes a smooth mixture.
Pour into a glass and enjoy!
Servings: 2 to 3 glasses