Andresito
Yerba mate from Misiones since 1975
About
Andresito is an Argentine yerba mate brand from the province of Misiones, producing quality yerba mate since 1975. Named after Andresito Guazurari, the indigenous leader who governed Misiones in the early 19th century, the brand carries deep regional identity. Andresito offers yerba mate in several varieties including con palo (with stems), despalada (stemless), and suave (mild blend), catering to different mate-drinking preferences. The brand sources its yerba from plantations in Misiones, Argentina's primary yerba mate growing region, where the red laterite soil and subtropical climate produce distinctive leaf character.
About This Brand
Founded in 1975 in Misiones province, Andresito established itself as a yerba mate brand rooted in the agricultural heartland of Argentine mate production. The brand's namesake, Andresito Guazurari, was a Guarani leader and provincial governor whose legacy resonates with the region's identity. Andresito's yerba mate is cultivated in Misiones, where the combination of iron-rich red soil, abundant rainfall, and warm temperatures creates optimal growing conditions for Ilex paraguariensis. The company manages the complete production chain from plantation cultivation through harvesting, sapecado (initial heat treatment), drying, milling, and aging. Andresito offers multiple product formats: traditional yerba mate with stems for standard mate preparation, despalada (stemless) for a stronger infusion, suave blends for milder taste preferences, and mate cocido tea bags for quick preparation. The brand's packaging features imagery evoking the Misiones landscape, reinforcing its origin story and regional authenticity among Argentine consumers.