What Your Favorite Yerba Mate Says About You
Guayaki Yerba Mate (now Yerba Madre) has carved out a strong following in the climbing community. Showing up in chalky hands at the crags, tucked into a gym bag, and cracked open between burns on a project, it has become a part of the routine for many climbers. Sold in indoor climbing gyms or passed out during comps, it has become as common as tape and chalk. Beyond their popularity, these drinks have distinct audience that gravitate towards their favorite flavor. Which Yerb matches your personality and climbing style?
Read on to discover what your favorite flavor says about you!
REVEL BERRY: The Wild Card
On the wall: You are bold and creative, often taking unexpected moves that others wouldn't dare to try. You climb with a fearless, improvisational style that keeps everyone watching.
In life: You are the vibrant spark in any group. Unpredictable, lively, and full of energy. You bring a playful edge to every moment, always ready to push limits or crack a joke when things get tense. Confident but approachable, you thrive on spontaneity and aren't afraid to take risks, making every experience feel like an adventure.
AWAKENING ORANGE: The Navigator
On the wall: You climb with a smooth precision and steady rhythm, focused on efficiency and flow. You approach every move thoughtfully, relying on technique and timing rather than brute force.
In life: You are a fresh breeze in human form - bright, uplifting, and full of optimism. You are a reliable friend who brings clarity and focus to any situation. With a warm, approachable vibe that makes people feel instantly refreshed. You have a natural way of helping others shake off the fog and step into their day with purpose and a smile.
PEACH REVIVAL: The Tank
On the wall: You are all about persistence and smooth recovery. You tackle tough sections with patience and grace, never rushing but always pushing forward. Your style combines fluid movement and quiet determination to seamlessly adapt to any obstacles.
In life: You are warm, inviting and full of life. You have a natural charm that lifts the energy of any room. You are comforting, invigorating, and a perfect blend of sweetness that makes challenges feel like opportunities to grow and shine. People are drawn to your genuine kindness and quiet confidence, finding inspiration in the way you turn setbacks into comebacks.
TROPICAL UPRISING: The Outsider
On the wall: You are dynamic and explosive. You always prefer big, bold moves. Dynos, drop knees, and flashy sequences, your climbing is full of momentum and flair. Sometimes messy, but always powerful. You thrive on weird, unexpected beta and solving problems with creative movement that no one else sees.
In life: You are bold, unpredictable, and impossible to ignore. You are the friend that brings the electric energy into any space without asking permission. You love to stand out and will never back down from a challenge. You often blaze your own trail instead of following the beaten path. Your paired charisma and creativity pull people in.
BERRY LEMONADE: The Technician
On the wall: You move with deliberate precision. Every foot placement and hand shift is calculated, clean, and efficient. You don't waste energy, you conserve it. You break down routes like a puzzle and execute with control and finesse. Your climbing is smooth and methodical, often making tough problems look deceptively easy.
In life: You are cool-headed, thoughtful, and effortlessly balanced. You are the friend that stays composed when things get chaotic and offer quick wit when it matters the most. You exude a relaxed confidence that makes people feel at ease. Underneath your laid-back vibe is a precise, analytical mind that notices the small details others seem to miss.
LEMON ELATION: The Spark
On the wall: You climb with an upbeat flow. You are fast, intentional, and snap between holds with confidence. You are dynamic but clean, thriving on quick footwork, explosive starts and smooth, controlled bursts of power. Your style is especially strong in high-tempo climbs that demand focus. Using rhythm and speed to stay ahead of fatigue.
In life: You are pure sunshine. Bright, uplifting, and bursting with a contagious enthusiasm. You are the friend who shows up with the high energy and a big grin. You can turn the most ordinary day into something exciting. You bring motivation without pressure, joy without chaos, and a boost of momentum to anyone around you.
BRAVO MANGO: The Natural
On the wall: Your style is controlled, powerful, and all about the send. you climb with intention. Every move you take is purposeful, every sequence is well read. your strength lies in execution under pressure; when others might hesitate at the crux, you commit without second guessing.
In life: You are bold, smooth, and effortlessly charismatic. You are the friend who walks into the room and instantly owns it. You radiate self-assurance without arrogance, with a natural ability to lead, motivate, and get things done. You are always riding the high of a win, but you know you earned it. You are driven and focused. People often look to you when the pressure is on.
BLUEPHORIA: The Architect
On the wall: You climb with flow, focus and unshakeable control. You can tune out distraction and zone in on the send with almost a meditative precision. Your style has mastered breathing through tough sections, conserving energy until it's time to unleash strength in just the right moment. You are fluid and thoughtful, not showy, but deeply dialed in.
In life: You don't seek the spotlight, but they draw people in with their grounded presence and quiet intensity. A deep thinker meets silent powerhouse. You are intuitive, emotionally in tune and surprisingly fierce when the moment calls for it. Your vibe is cool and collected, but with a deep current of passion that shows up when it really matters.
ENLIGHTEN MINT: The Strategist
On the wall: You climb like you are playing chess. Methodical, precise, and always thinking ahead. You move with minimal effort, relying on technical mastery and route reading skills over raw power. Every motion is clean and calculated, a professional at finding rest spots and complex beta.
In life: You are clever and composed. you are the friend that is always a few steps ahead. You are sharp without being harsh and calm without being passive. Your presence is Zen but never boring. You are the kind of person who listens more than they speak, then delivers the insight that shifts everything into place.
At the end of the day, your favorite yerb doesn't define your entire personality but it might say more than you think. Whether you are calm and collected sipping Enlighten Mint between burns or the chaotic energy behind Tropical Uprising, there's something fun about seeing yourself (or your climbing partner) in a can. Finding friends with alternate climbing style or a different flavor of choice can help you leverage your strengths and work on your weaknesses, both on and off the wall! If you want to meet other climbing partners that can spice up your next sesh, check out our calendar for monthly meet-ups and in-gym events centered around finding you your next belaytionship or hype squad.
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