How much caffeine is in Yerba Mate (8oz cup)?
中文：马黛茶（8 盎司）
Caffeine content
75 mg
Typical range: 65–130 mg
per 8 fl oz (237 ml)
About this drink
South American yerba mate has caffeine comparable to coffee or strong tea. Traditional preparation in a gourd allows extended steeping which raises the dose. Bottled mate (Guayakí, CLEAN Cause) is more standardized.
Ingredients: Steeped Ilex paraguariensis leaves
When will it clear your system?
75 mg with a slower release than coffee due to other xanthines (theobromine, theophylline). Smoother energy curve, similar sleep impact.
Based on caffeine's 5-hour half-life, a Yerba Mate (8oz cup) consumed at 2:00 PM drops below the sleep-safe threshold (~20 mg) by approximately 23:32 the same evening.
Where this fits in a daily limit
That's about 38% of the 200 mg pregnancy guideline and 19% of the 400 mg general adult daily limit — comfortably moderate.
See our pregnancy caffeine guide or half-life sleep math for the deep dive.
How it compares
| Drink | Caffeine |
|---|---|
Yerba Mate (8oz cup) Generic | 75 mg |
| Black Tea (8oz cup) Generic | 50 mg |
| Starbucks Tall Latte Starbucks | 75 mg |
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How much caffeine is in a Yerba Mate (8oz cup)?
A 8 fl oz (237 ml) Yerba Mate (8oz cup) contains approximately 75 mg of caffeine. Actual values may range from 65 to 130 mg depending on preparation and source variation.
Is Yerba Mate (8oz cup) safe during pregnancy?
The current ACOG and NHS guideline is under 200 mg of caffeine per day during pregnancy. A Yerba Mate (8oz cup) fits comfortably within that limit. Always consult your obstetrician for personalized advice.
When should I stop drinking Yerba Mate (8oz cup) for sleep?
Caffeine has a 5-hour half-life. To have under 20 mg circulating at bedtime (the typical sleep-safe threshold), stop drinking Yerba Mate (8oz cup) about 10 hours before sleep. 75 mg with a slower release than coffee due to other xanthines (theobromine, theophylline). Smoother energy curve, similar sleep impact.
Yerba Mate (8oz cup) vs Black Tea (8oz cup) — which has more caffeine?
Yerba Mate (8oz cup) contains 75 mg per serving; Black Tea (8oz cup) contains 50 mg per 8 fl oz (237 ml). Yerba Mate (8oz cup) is the stronger of the two.
Does Yerba Mate (8oz cup) keep you awake?
75 mg is moderate caffeine. Most people can drink Yerba Mate (8oz cup) in the afternoon without notable sleep impact.
Caffeine values shown are typical for the listed serving size. Actual content varies by preparation, brewing method, batch, and brand reformulation. Not medical advice — consult a healthcare provider for personalized guidance.