Beautifully designed Gauchada wooden gourd with a straw. It has a cute bead design. (strass) This mate is ready to use (it doesn't need treatment or "curing"). Comes in several different designs and includes a straw. Stylish and beautiful! Please tell us which colour you want in the comments section when placing an order.DOESN'T NEED CURING. No necesita curado. Please note that the straw that comes with this gourd is a compliment and as such, it is a SIMPLE METAL STRAW. If you leave it inside the gourd with the yerba, it will rust. If you leave it inside water or with remains of yerba, it will rust or hecome black. We don't exchange rusty straws.If you prefer a better quality straw, we suggest you purchase a Stainless steel one, we have several in stock.