Martin Fierro Imperial Lisa Black

A handmade imperial gourd from Martin Fierro: natural calabash wrapped in smooth black leather, finished with a wide alpaca ring. A gourd to keep for years.

Why you'll like it:

• The imperial gourd is the traditional "special" gourd in Uruguay and Argentina, often given as a gift.
• Natural calabash inside for the classic taste, black leather outside for a firm grip.
• The wide alpaca ring protects your lips from the rim and gives it its classic look.
• Handmade in Argentina by Martin Fierro.

Before first use: A natural calabash needs curing. Fill it with used, wet yerba and hot (not boiling) water, leave it for 24 hours, then empty it and let it dry completely.

Care: Empty it after every session and let it dry open to the air. Keep the leather dry: wipe it with a soft cloth and never soak the gourd or put it in the dishwasher.

Pairs well with: a premium bombilla such as the Bombilla Pico de Loro, and a full-bodied yerba such as Canarias.