Name: Pure Guayusa
Brand: Tealyra
SKU: 958-100-P
Price: 17.55 NZD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.9 (7 reviews)

Origin

Ecuador

South America

Caffeine Level (mg/1g)

0

1-10

11-20

21-30

31-40

41+

Description

Pure Guayusa – Naturally Caffeinated Tea from the Ecuadorian Amazon

Looking for a smooth alternative to coffee or energy drinks for your mid-afternoon cup? Pure Guayusa comes to the rescue! Guayusa is a naturally caffeinated leaf from South America, enjoyed as a smooth alternative to coffee and energy drinks.

Traditionally, the Kichwa people of Ecuador would boil guayusa leaves in water and drink the resulting beverage for its stimulating effect, often sharing it in the early morning hours. What makes guayusa special is its unique natural makeup: alongside caffeine, it contains theobromine — a compound also found in chocolate — and L-theanine, an amino acid also found in green tea. Guayusa also has a naturally smooth, mellow taste with no bitterness.

Tasting Notes

Flavor: subtle and mildly sweet, similar to South American yerba mate
Bitterness: zero bitterness
Body: smooth and light
Finish: mineral-like with a slightly earthy note

Why You'll Love It

Guayusa delivers a smooth, satisfying caffeinated cup without the harsh edge of coffee. Its mellow, naturally sweet flavor means it's easy to drink straight — no sugar needed.

Harvested in Ecuador, rooted in Kichwa tradition
Natural caffeine, theobromine and L-theanine in every leaf
Smooth with no bitterness
Smooth, sweet and never bitter

How to Enjoy

Brew our rich Guayusa straight for a smooth afternoon cup, serve it over ice with a squeeze of citrus on warm days, or make your own punchy Guayusa latte by adding some steamed milk of choice. Almond and coconut milk make for a fantastic choice!

Smooth, energizing and naturally delicious, Pure Guayusa is a delicious way to enjoy your day.

Guayusa

Make it your kind of cup

ready, set, steep.

A great starting point. Adjust the strength to suit your taste.

011-2 TSP or 1 BAGScoop your leavesAdd tea to a roomy infuser or teapot.
0295°C200mlJust add waterPour water over the leaves at the suggested temperature.
034 - 6 minGive it a momentLet the tea steep, then remove the leaves.
04Your perfect cupSip and enjoyTaste it plain first, then make it your own.

A little steeping tipHerbal blends don’t turn bitter — let them steep a little longer for a deeper, fuller flavour.

Preparation:

Use 1-2 TSP or 1 BAG per 200ml of water at 95°C and steep for 4-6 min.

Ingredients:

Guayusa leaf C/S cut

Write your own Review

Lisa Clermont

June 2023

I love guayusa, plain or in a blend version. For some reason I've had a hard time finding it in most tea companies, don't know why, it's such a nice flavour on its own and full of health benefits. Tealyra is my new favorite tea supplier beacause it carries guayusa and nice pu-erhs.

Kamielle

September 2022

This is my absolute favourite tea and has been for many years. Guayusa has such a nice smooth flavour, no matter how long you steep it for. I drink 2-3 mugs of it every day. The company I used to buy it from discontinued selling it. I was so lucky to find Tealyra and am much happier purchasing my tea here. Every time I order, my tea arrives in only a couple of days, if that. The tea is always fresh and fragrant.

Adrienn Edwards

February 2021

This tea is AMAZING. It will give you all the effects of a cup of coffee without all the edge of it. Makes me feel awake and sharp but without overworking my heart and giving me the feeling that my body is trying really hard to keep me awake. I just feel natural and alert without feeling run down. highly recommended for everyone.

Patricia Lewis

February 2020

I've been ordering repeatedly from Tealyra this guayusa tea. This is the best supplier of tea that I've found. The tea is beautifully packaged, each package being not too large so that when you open a new one the fragrance and freshness is always evident. Other suppliers, in my experience, don't provide this standard. Shipping is timely as well.

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