This is the only caffeinated drink I still regularly drink, I’m pretty sure. One before my martial arts class is just enough of a perk to help me remember what I learn.
Only ever met one person who had YM as part of their morning routine. Recovering alcoholic pilot, doing his best to adjust to a slower life. He wanted nothing more than to go on a weeks-long solo hikes up a mountain. And gardened.
And so that’s what I always picture for Yerba Mate drinkers.