Stay Fresh This Summer With Maca Root

School’s out for summer, and the heat is on! Whether you’re staying cool in your cubicle, enjoying long days by the pool, or hitting a national park with the family, this time of year can take a lot out of you. Between rising temperatures, packed schedules, and all the extra activities that come with the season, it’s easy to feel drained before the day is over. That’s why many people look for natural ways to stay energized and keep up with their summer plans. Maca root can provide the added boost of energy you need to make the most of these sunny days without slowing down. From refreshing smoothies to creative iced drinks, there are plenty of delicious ways to enjoy it. Here are some ideas from The Maca Team for tasty maca beverages that are sure to power you through the season no matter where you are.

Power Up with Maca Root

Are you planning to hit the trails, or maybe get a morning run in before work? It’s important to stay hydrated and replenish your body of the nutrients you’ll expend being active. Smoothies are a great way to get your nutrients for the day in, and when it comes to ingredients, the possibilities are endless! Consider adding some of your favorite maca powder to your usual post-workout blend to speed recovery from your fun in the sun.

Maca and Chia Smoothie Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 frozen bananas
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tbsp almond butter
• 1 tbsp maca powder (I used The Maca Team organic premium maca root powder)
• 1 tbsp of chia seeds
• ½ tsp pure vanilla extract
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon + sprinkling

Directions

Add all ingredients to a blender. Turn on the blender for 2-3 minutes.  Sprinkle with ground cinnamon and enjoy!

Fight Your Inner Caffeine Fiend

It’s estimated that about 66% of adult Americans like to start their day with a caffeinated beverage. But caffeine can dehydrate you, and it comes with the jitters and an inevitable afternoon crash besides. The solution? Our maca coffee substitute, The Morning Motivator! Enjoy it hot or iced depending on your preferences. Here’s a recipe for a maca latte incorporating maca root powder as a stepping stone.

Good Energy Maca Latte

Ingredients

• 12 oz. unsweetened non-dairy milk
• 2 tsp. maca powder
• 1/4 tsp. ground ginger
• 1/8 tsp. ground turmeric
• a pinch of black pepper
• sweetener of choice, as needed

Directions

In a small saucepan, whisk the maca and spices into the milk over medium heat. Once the mixture nearly begins to simmer, remove from heat, pour into a mug, and add sweetener to taste. Serve iced to beat the summer heat! 

Unwind With Maca Root

Lots of people like to unwind with an herbal tea at the end of a long day. But have you considered a tea with added nutrients and extended benefits? Try adding some maca powder to your favorite tea for an extra special kick!

Ginger Lemon Maca Tea Recipe

Ingredients

• 2-3 t maca powder (If you are using gelatinized maca, you don't have to be worried about cooking the Maca (since it's pre-cooked) and you can simply place it the cup along with the tea while its brewing).
• 1 C of your favorite hot tea

Directions

1. Brew your hot tea for 3-5 minutes
2. Add Maca and stir or shake in a blender bottle until well combined. 

Try it Traditionally

If you’ve been a maca devotee for a while now, you probably know maca root originates high in the Andes mountains of Peru, where it’s been harvested for human consumption for many years. Have you ever wondered how those ancient farmers might have consumed their maca? One of our favorite maca recipes is for Chicha de Maca, a traditional fermented beverage. Keep in mind that while you can drink chicha immediately after making it, allowing it to ferment as intended will yield a drink that contains 1%-3% alcohol.

Chicha de Maca Recipe

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup purple corn flour
• 1 cup Maca chips (or 1/2 cup Maca powder)
• 1/4 cup Quinoa
• 1 cup Sugar
• 2 Cinnamon sticks
• 10 Cloves
• 1.5 Gallons of Water

Directions

1. In a large pot, boil the cornstarch, Maca, Quinoa, Cinnamon and Cloves over the course of about 2 hours.  
2. Allow the mixture to cool, then strain and place it in a large container.  Add sugar. 
3. Allow to ferment for 2-6 days.  
4. Serve cold.

Why Buy From The Maca Team?

Our Fair Trade organic maca is sustainably grown and harvested by farmers invested in the quality and well-being of the land. Fields are rotated to ensure the continued viability of the soil, and our maca is harvested in small batches at the peak of the annual season, ensuring that you’re getting the freshest maca possible. 

We’re a small family-owned business of maca experts dedicated to bringing our customers the highest quality maca root products available. 

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Enjoy the Day!