MateVeza Yerba Mate Ale

MateVeza reviewed on ecofabulous:

Cure for the Summertime Blues

At first sip, MateVeza tastes… interesting. But by the third sip, our little after work impromptu office party couldn’t get enough. The yerba mate infused cerveza has an unexpected kick that sets it far apart from other beers. It has a decidedly herbal finish and a natural stimulant, making it both unique and compelling. Now we’re not saying swap your morning cup of joe for a bottle of this earthy brew, but the next time you have some friends over for a BBQ and don’t want to take a 3pm nap, pop open a MateVeza and make your event a hopping success.

Check out photos from the Avila Beach (SLO) Beerfest 2008.

Check out photos from San Francisco Beerfest 2008.

Check out an interview with MateVeza founder Jim Woods on whitscott.com.

Check out MateVeza with 12 Sticks furniture and other local talent for a one night renegade show in SOMA on March 1, 2008.

MateVeza made its first television appearance on Your Green Life on Channel 13, the WB in San Francisco.

So the judges applauded MateVeza but ruled it out of bounds as an “Experimental Beer”. Looks like next year we’ll be entered in the “Herb and Spice Beer” category.

Judge 17 found the flavor balanced and appropriate “if it is your cup of tea”. Here at MateVeza, we greatly appreciate clever witticisms and just might end up putting this gem to use ourselves - touché!

The MateVeza flowed at Greenfest in San Francisco this past weekend.

MateVeza chosen as a winner of VegNews’ 2007 Veggie Awards.

MateVeza was rated one of the top 25 beers of 2007 by Draft Magazine.