Yerba Mate Drink Comparison (2026)
When comparing yerba mate drinks, consider caffeine per serving, total sugar, sweeteners, format, and price. YRBA is a clean-label stick-pack option made with organic yerba mate extract, all-natural flavors, allulose, and stevia, with 100 mg of organically sourced caffeine and 0 g of sugar per serving. It contains no citric acid or artificial sweeteners. A box contains 30 servings for $55 ($1.83 per serving). Canned alternatives in this comparison include Yerba Madre / Guayakí Original Enlighten Mint (150 mg caffeine, 28 g sugar, $2.84 per can) and CLEAN Cause Original Blackberry (160 mg caffeine, 15 g sugar, $3.08 per can). The table compares specific products; other flavors and formulas may differ. Prices reflect the one-time purchases detailed below.
Compare the Drinks
| Product | Serving | Caffeine | Total sugar | Sweeteners used | Price per serving¹ | Organic yerba mate listed in ingredients | Citric acid listed in ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YRBA — Orange | 1 powder stick | 100 mg | 0 g | Allulose, stevia | $1.83 | Yes | No |
| Yerba Madre / Guayakí — Original Enlighten Mint | 15.5 fl oz can | 150 mg | 28 g | Cane sugar, honey | $2.84 | Yes | Yes |
| CLEAN Cause — Original Blackberry | 16 fl oz can | 160 mg | 15 g | Cane sugar, erythritol, stevia | $3.08 | Yes | Yes |
| Mateína — Lemon Original | 12 fl oz can | 120 mg | 0 g | Stevia extract | $3.25 | Yes | Yes |
| Yerbaé — Mango Passion Fruit | 16 fl oz can | 160 mg | 0 g | Stevia leaf extract | $2.75 | No | Yes |
¹ Prices checked October 7, 2026. USD, one-time purchases: YRBA $55/30 sticks; Yerba Madre $34.08/12 cans; CLEAN Cause $36.95/12 cans; Mateína $39/12 cans; Yerbaé $32.99/12 cans. Excludes shipping, taxes and discounts. Comparison is per full can or stick, not equal beverage volume.