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- Stash Tea Guayusa with Yerba Mate and Ginseng - 18 Tea Bags Stash Tea Guayusa with Yerba Mate and Ginseng is extra energizing. Stash Tea Guayusa with Yerba Mate and Ginseng is naturally caffeinated and has an awakening effect similar to coffee. Stash Tea Guayusa with Yerba Mate and Ginseng combines guayusa with yerba mate and ginseng for an invigorating brew that is sure to awaken your senses. What is guayusa? Guayusa (gwhy-you-sa) is a rare, naturally caffeinated herbal infusion produced from the leaves of a holly tree native to the Amazon Rainforest of Ecuador. Guayusa has been part of the Amazonian culture for over 2000 years, treasured for its unique balance of caffeine, antioxidants, vitamins, amino acids, and its energizing effect that is similar to that of coffee and yerba mate. Guayusa is grown on small family farms and hand-picked by local farmers from rich soil under the canopy of the Amazon Rainforest. It serves to not only make a difference in the lives of the Ecuadorians through income generation, but also helps conserve the rainforest. Guayusa is naturally smooth and never bitter, with a rich and earthy aroma and slightly sweet finish. Caffeine Guayusa is naturally caffeinated and has an energizing effect similar to coffee, tea and yerba mate. Unlike coffee or other energy drinks, guayusa provides balanced energy without the jitters or the sudden crash commonly associated with caffeinated drinks. Its catechins provide a slow release of caffeine for awake and sustainable energy. This gentler and more sustainable caffeine release is said to create mental strength and focus rather than a caffeine buzz. It is a distant cousin of yerba mate, but without the strong bitter flavor. Rainforest Conservation Guayusa is cultivated on small family farms underneath the canopy of the Amazon Rainforest. Guayusa serves to not only make a difference in the lives of Ecuadorians through income generation but also helps conserve the rainforest. Organically grown in the shade, protected from intense sun and rooted in the rich ecosystem of the rainforest, guayusa creates a profitable alternative to slash-and-burn and clear cutting agricultural methods. It can also be grown with other food, fruit, timber and medicinal plants to create biodiverse and ecologically healthy agricultural plots that allow local farmers to thrive and generate a sustainable livelihood for the community. Culture and Ritual Guayusa has been part of the Amazonian culture and cultivation for thousands of years. Traditionally, indigenous families of Ecuador wake up at 3 a.m. daily to sit around the communal fire drinking gourds full of Guayusa tea until sunrise. During this time, the village elders teach the youth about ancestral myths, hunting techniques and social values. Community shamans will also play a traditional bamboo flute (known as kena) and a two-sided weasel-skin drum, and sing soft rhythmic songs during these early morning hours. The shamans interpret dreams from the previous night, and make recommendations to guide the community and help them live in harmony with the rain forest. Frequently Asked Questions Is Guayusa tea? Technically Guayusa is not tea. It is produced from the leaves of a caffeinated Amazonian holly tree (Ilex guayusa) and is not related to the tea plant (Camellia sinensis) that produces green and black tea. Where is Guayusa grown? Guayusa is grown almost exclusively in the upper Amazonian region of Ecuador. It grows where the Andes Mountains meet the Amazon Rainforest, one of the most biodiverse regions in the world. Guayusa is harvested from trees that grow under the shaded canopy of the rainforest setting, giving local farmers an economic incentive to conserve the rainforest. Is Guayusa like Yerba Mate? Guayusa (Ilex guayusa) is the Amazonian cousin of Yerba Mate (Ilex paraguariensis) from the Atlantic Rainforest in and around Argentina. Both are caffeinated rainforest holly trees; however, Yerba Mate has a strong bitter flavor whi
- UPC # 077652083071
- Size/Form 18 Tea Bag
Suggested Use: To enjoy, brew for 5 minutes in boiling water. INGREDIENTS Stash Tea - Guayusa with Yerba Mate and Ginseng - 18 Tea Bags Supplement Facts Serving Size: 1 Tea Bag (1.65g) Servings Per Container: 18 Amount Per Serving %DV Proprietary Blend 1.65g 0 Organic Guayusa (leaf) * Organic Yerba Mate (leaf) * Organic Ginseng (root) * *Daily Value Not Established. †Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your diet values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Contains Caffeine Click here to read a PDF brochure on this product WARNINGS Store in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
