Heat water to about 150–170°F (65–75°C)
Fill a gourd or cup about two-thirds full with yerba mate
Tilt the gourd so the yerba mate gathers on one side
Insert the bombilla into the empty side
Pour a small amount of cool water into the lower side to moisten the leaves
Let it sit for a moment
Slowly add hot water near the bombilla
Sip through the bombilla
Refill with hot water and repeat until the flavor fades