Where to Buy Yerba Mate in Tasmania (and Australia-Wide Delivery)
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Looking for yerba mate in Tasmania? You're not alone. More and more people in Hobart, Launceston and around the state are discovering mate — and for South Americans living here, finding a good yerba can feel like a mission. This guide covers where to buy authentic yerba mate in Tasmania, which brands to try, and how to get it delivered anywhere in Australia.
Where can I buy yerba mate in Tasmania?
Sabor Austral Market is a small, family-run Latin American grocery based in Sandy Bay, Hobart. We stock authentic Argentine and Uruguayan yerba mate brands in 1kg packs, plus mate cups, starter kits and the classic snacks that go with them — alfajores, dulce de leche and biscuits.
- Online: order any time at saboraustral.com.au.
- Delivery: we ship across Tasmania and to every state in Australia with Australia Post.
- Pickup in Hobart: pickup in Sandy Bay is available by arrangement. We're a home-based online store with no shopfront, so please message us before coming.
Some health food stores and supermarkets also carry a herbal-tea style "yerba mate" in small boxes or tea bags. If you want the real thing — the loose-leaf yerba that South Americans drink every day, in proper 1kg packs — a specialist Latin American store is the way to go.
Which yerba mate brands can I buy in Australia?
These are the brands we usually carry (availability changes with each shipment, so check the Yerba Mate collection for what's in stock today):
- Playadito – smooth and balanced, one of the most popular yerbas in Argentina. A safe first choice.
- Canarias – the classic Uruguayan-style yerba: fine cut, strong and intense.
- Baldo – traditional and full-bodied, loved by Uruguayan-style drinkers.
- Andresito and Andresito Selección Especial – clean, natural flavour from Misiones, Argentina.
- Rosamonte Selección Especial – bold and aged, for people who like a strong mate.
- Verdeflor Hierbas Serranas – yerba blended with mountain herbs. Lighter and aromatic, great if you're coming from herbal tea.
- Cósmico – a modern brand with a balanced, approachable style (500g).
- Playadito Mate Cocido – yerba mate in tea bags, for the easiest possible start.
Which yerba mate should I try first?
If you're new to mate, start with Playadito or Andresito: they're smooth and not too bitter. If you prefer a lighter, herbal cup, go for Verdeflor Hierbas Serranas. Already a mate drinker who likes it strong? Canarias, Baldo or Rosamonte will feel like home. And if you don't have a gourd yet, check our mate cups.
For a full introduction to mate and how to prepare it, read our guide: Yerba Mate: South America's Favourite Drink, Now in Hobart.
How much does yerba mate cost in Australia?
An imported 1kg pack of Argentine or Uruguayan yerba mate usually costs around $19–$24 in Australia, depending on the brand. A kilo goes a long way: for a daily mate drinker it typically lasts several weeks. Shipping is calculated at checkout based on your postcode.
Do you deliver yerba mate outside Tasmania?
Yes. We send orders Australia-wide — Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, the ACT and the Northern Territory — via Australia Post.
Can I pay by bank transfer?
Yes. You can pay by card online, or message us on WhatsApp to order and pay by bank transfer.
About Sabor Austral Market
Sabor Austral Market is a small family-run business in Hobart, bringing the everyday flavours of Argentina and Latin America to Tasmania — and to the rest of Australia.