Palermo Soho: Guided Mate Tasting with Typical Products
Palermo Soho, Argentina
Learn all about mate! Come and share our custom in the best mate tasting experience in Buenos Aires with different varieties of yerba and Argentine delicacies to accompany it.
Mate Tasting Experience in Palermo Soho, Buenos Aires
This activity offers an in-depth introduction to mate, Argentina’s traditional beverage, ideal for culture enthusiasts and curious travelers.
Highlights
- Learn about mate and its history
- Become skilled at preparing mate with expert guides
- Enjoy the experience in a traditional Argentine setting
Description
Tasting mate in Argentina is a cultural tradition. This experience takes place in a traditional venue located in Palermo Soho, Buenos Aires, marked by a large Argentine flag at the entrance. From arrival, you will engage in the best mate experience available in the city.
The session covers the history of mate from its origins to modern times and provides practical tips on brewing mate to impress fellow drinkers. You will sample various types of yerba mate and try typical Argentine treats such as dulce de leche pastries and classic alfajores.
The guided experience combines cultural insight with tasting and food, led by knowledgeable instructors fluent in English and Spanish.
Includes
- History of mate
- Step-by-step instructions on preparing mate
- Variety of yerba mate samples
- Mate gourds and straws provided
- Thermoses with hot water for unlimited mate servings
- Cold water for drinking
- Pastries with dulce de leche and alfajores
- Traditional and relaxed atmosphere
- Experienced tour guide specializing in mate
- Available in Spanish and English
- Customer restroom facilities
Cancellation Policy
Full refund available for cancellations made up to 24 hours in advance.
For the best experience, book in advance and consider visiting during morning or afternoon hours. Bring a notebook if you want to take notes on mate preparation techniques.