Tereré Fresco — Paraguay

Name: Tereré Fresco — Paraguay
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 oz cold-brewed yerba mate (steep 2 tbsp in cold water for 4+ hours); 1 oz fresh lime juice; 0.5 oz simple syrup; 6 fresh mint leaves; 2 oz sparkling water; Ice cubes; Lime wheel and mint sprig, for garnish

A refreshing green yerba mate cold brew with lime and mint — Paraguay's national drink reimagined as a sparkling mocktail.

Recipe guidanceClear ingredients, preparation steps, serving yield, and optional swaps for home mixing.

Prep time

5 min (plus 4hr cold brew)

Total time

5 min (plus 4hr cold brew)

Serves

Difficulty

Easy

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paraguay world-cup yerba-mate lime mint green

Bright & refreshing

A balanced alcohol-free drink built around real citrus and fruit flavor.

Simple ingredients

Easy-to-find ingredients and an approachable home-bar method.

Perfect for occasions

Made for an everyday treat, dinner party, or celebratory pour.

Ingredients

Makes 1 serving. Ingredient quantities update with the selected batch size.

4 oz cold-brewed yerba mate (steep 2 tbsp in cold water for 4+ hours)
1 oz fresh lime juice
0.5 oz simple syrup
6 fresh mint leaves
2 oz sparkling water
Ice cubes
Lime wheel and mint sprig, for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Prepare the glass
Cold-brew yerba mate: add 2 tablespoons loose yerba mate to 4 oz cold water. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best). Strain.
2
Build the drink
In a tall glass, gently muddle the mint leaves with simple syrup.
3
Add the finishing touch
Add the cold-brewed mate and lime juice. Stir to combine.
4
Garnish & serve
Fill with ice and top with sparkling water.
5
Garnish & serve
Garnish with a lime wheel and a fresh mint sprig.
6
Garnish & serve
Serve immediately — the earthy green color is beautiful.

Recipe Tips

Yerba mate is available at most grocery stores in the tea aisle, or online.
Cold-brewing overnight gives the smoothest, least bitter result.
For a traditional touch, serve in a gourd (guampa) with a metal straw (bombilla).

Make It Your Own

For a crowd: Batch the main flavor base by country, keep carbonation separate, and label pitchers so guests can sample more than one team drink.

Easy swaps: Use a fruit or tea in the same color family when a regional ingredient is unavailable. Use lemon or lime based on what best fits the drink's flavor direction.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I serve several team drinks at one party?

Yes. Use smaller glasses or tasting portions so guests can try multiple countries.

How do I make colors more vivid?

Use clear ice, transparent glassware, and garnish that reinforces the team's palette.

Recipe by

Larry Leo

Recipe guidance

Clear ingredients, preparation steps, serving yield, and optional swaps for home mixing. Check the ingredient list, substitution guidance, and dietary labels before serving.

Recipe record updated: August 26, 2026

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