This rich blend has a combination of Roasted Mate,Rooibos, Caramel Bits, Chicory Root,Marigold Blossoms and Flavour. Caution: Contains Dairy. Mate has the something called Matene which is a combination of the tanins in the Mate and the caffine that creates a totally new stimulant different than what caffeine has to offer. Mate is a brain stimulant and is a great drink for study, work and play! It has been used while dieting because of its appetite supression qualities and because it is a diuretic. Mate is really great anyday of the week hot or cold to drink!