Guayusa (pronounced "gwhy-yoo-sa") is the leaf of a holly tree found almost exclusively in the Amazon rainforests of Ecuador. It contains as much caffeine as coffee but produces a 600% lower adrenaline spike, providing energy and focus but without the jittery side effects. Guayusa has been cherished by Ecuador's indigenous communities for centuries. Each morning before sunrise, people of the local Kichwa culture gather as a community to drink an infusion of guayusa and share their dreams from the night before, whilst planning the day of work ahead. They believe guayusa is a gift from their ancestors that will help them remember their dreams, heighten theirphysical and spiritual awareness, align them with spirits of the forest, and bring them success in hunting. Since 2010, guayusa has started to become discovered outside of Ecuador and is now becoming known for its unique energy effect as well as smooth taste. The growing demand is supporting the smallholder indigenous farmers that grow guayusa whilst demonstrating their more sustainable form of rainforest agriculture on a larger scale.

Do you ship to my country?

We currently ship most easily to the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. However if you're in another country and would like to try the product then we can send orders, but the shipping cost is a bit high at €25 for Rest of Europe and €35 for Rest of World! But we're working on getting the product more easily accessible further abroad so stay tuned!Irish orders are dispatched next business day with An Post and so typically arrive 1-3 business days after you order.

How much caffeine is in a can?

Each can contains 115mg of caffeine, all coming from an infusion of the guayusa leaf. For comparison, a flat white has about 136mg of caffeine, whilst a cup of brewed coffee has about 90mg of caffeine, so this sits right in the middle. It's also worth noting that the effect of guayusa is much calmer than coffee or synthetic energy drinks (check the next FAQ to see why!)

Why does guaysua give a different kind of energy?

The energy from guayusa feels different, and a recent study gives some explanation as to why. It showed how caffeine from guayusa produces a 600% lower adrenaline spike than caffeine from coffee or synthetic sources. Adrenaline is a stress hormone responsible for the anxious feeling that some people experience with coffee and synthetic energy drinks. By not triggering adrenaline but still enhancing neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin, guayusa gives you a lift in focus and mood without the jittery side effects or the crash. And the good news this isn't just something seen in biomarkers. It's something you can really feel.

Yes! We don't use any animal-based products in our drink. Whilst some see the word "kefir" and think of milk kefir, our cans are made using water kefir. Water kefir is like milk kefir's vegan cousin - it has a lot of the same gut-loving benefits, but only uses water and fruit juice as the base of fermentation.

Do you filter or pasteurize your cans?

Nope! Unfortunately these practices have become common in the kombucha and water kefir industry. The problem is that they remove or kill all the beneficial bacteria from the drink, and so remove all the benefits. By not doing this, we ensure that the beneficial bacteria are really in every can!

How is it sugar free if you add fruit juices?

Great question! The sugars in the fruit juices are almost entirely consumed by the water kefir crystals during the fermetation process. This means only a trace level (less than half a gram per can) are left over!

Guayusa Loose Leaf (100g)

$12.00 USD

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Experience the purity of the guayusa leaf all by itself. A calmer alternative to coffee that provides a more focused energy, with more antioxidants than green tea and none of the bitter tannins. The taste is deliciously smooth, with a mildly nutty and grassy flavour that is truly unique.

Brew as you would any other loose leaf tea: simply add 1 to 2 teaspoons of leaves per cup of freshly boiled water and let it infuse for 5-15 minutes - it won't get bitter. Use any loose leaf teapot, French press/cafetière, or brew by the cup using a brewing basket or loose leaf tea bag.

How much to use? A cup made with 1 heaped teaspoon of guayusa gives the caffeine level of a cup of black tea (50mg or so) while a cup made with 2 heaped teaspoons gives roughly the caffeine level of a cup of coffee (100mg).

In Ecuador's indigenous cultures, guayusa is drank early in the morning on an empty stomach, and we find this gives the most pleasant effects!

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

"REFRESHING"
"Absolutely loving this refreshing unique tasting Guayusa drink. Delivery is really quick and I love that this Amazonian leaf drink is made here in Ireland"
— CHERYL

"AMAZING FOCUS"
"The product is incredible and gives you genuine energy and amazing focus... A great example of a natural product which is good for you, whilst also tasting exactly how it should. Trying to get all my friends to try as as well."
— JAMIE

"GREAT PRODUCT"
"You really have a great product, it helps me to target and focus on mental energy. I’m really enjoying your energy drink, taking it when I’m mentally fatigued."
— MONIKA

"NO CRASH OR JITTERS"
"Recommended by a friend to try Guayusa and it's been a revelation. Leaves me feeling more awake, focused and energised, and tastes great too! Best of all, absolutely no crash or jitters - highly recommend!"
— CONN

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Guayusa Loose Leaf (100g)

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

"REFRESHING"

"AMAZING FOCUS"

"GREAT PRODUCT"

"NO CRASH OR JITTERS"

FAQs

What is guayusa?

Do you ship to my country?

How much caffeine is in a can?

Why does guaysua give a different kind of energy?

Is it vegan?

Do you filter or pasteurize your cans?

How is it sugar free if you add fruit juices?