Tag: Yerba mate caffeine content

According to one brand, a 16oz can of raspberry yerba mate can contain as much as 160mg of natural caffeine. Yes, raspberry yerba mate has caffeine, sourced from the *Ilex paraguariensis* plant, which provides an energizing lift alongside its fruity flavor.

A typical 8-ounce serving of yerba mate contains roughly 30-85 mg of caffeine, placing it between black tea and coffee in strength. This confirms that, yes, yerba has caffeine, but the experience is often described as different due to its combination with other stimulating compounds.