The Maca Team
Organic Premium Gelatinized Red Maca Powder
- SKU:
- G-300P
- UPC:
- 811588030569
- MPN:
- 811588030569
- Availability:
- In Stock
- Weight:
- 36.00 Ounces
- Shipping:
- Calculated at Checkout
Description
Gelatinized Premium Red Maca Root Powder, Certified Organic, Fair Trade, Non-GMO and Vegan
What Is Premium Gelatinized Red Maca Powder?
Premium gelatinized red maca powder is made from red maca roots (Lepidium meyenii) grown in the high Andes of Peru. This product combines two preparation methods: premium fresh processing and gelatinization. Fresh processing means the roots are dried soon after harvest rather than slowly sun-dried, while gelatinization is a preparation technique that removes most of the natural starch content to produce a powder many people find easier to digest.
Overview 
Our premium gelatinized red maca powder is made from 100% red maca roots grown by an organic farming cooperative in and around Junín, Peru—the traditional region where maca has been cultivated for centuries. We work with farmers who manage their land locally and follow long-standing agricultural practices emphasizing organic cultivation, responsible harvesting, and careful processing.
The result is a gelatinized red maca root powder containing only pure Peruvian maca root with no fillers or additives.
Understanding Premium Maca Processing
Premium maca refers to the way maca roots are handled immediately after harvest. Instead of being dried slowly in the mountain sun, freshly harvested maca roots are transported quickly to a processing facility and dried in controlled dehydrators at low temperatures.
This preparation method preserves naturally occurring plant compounds found in maca root. Because premium maca must be processed soon after harvest, production is typically limited to the annual harvest season.
After this initial drying step, the roots are gelatinized. Gelatinization is a process in which maca roots are heated and pressurized to break down and remove most of their natural starch content. The resulting powder is often easier to digest than raw maca.
Despite the name, no gelatin is added during this process and the final product remains completely plant-based and vegan.
Key Features of Our Premium Gelatinized Red Maca Powder
- Certified Organic
- Fair Trade
- Non-GMO
- Vegan
- Origin: traditionally grown near Junín, Peru
- Fresh processed: roots dried soon after harvest
- Gelatinized: starch content largely removed
- Limited seasonal production
- Ingredients: 100% red Peruvian maca root powder
Advantages of Gelatinized Maca 
Powdered maca is the most common way people incorporate maca into their diet. Compared with other formats such as capsules or extracts, powdered maca offers several advantages.
- Easier digestion: gelatinization removes most starch content from the root.
- Versatile: powder can easily be mixed into smoothies, drinks, or recipes.
- Flexible serving size: customers can easily adjust the amount used.
Things to Consider
Stronger flavor: premium maca powders tend to have a more pronounced flavor than standard maca powders.
Different nutritional composition: because gelatinization involves heat, some naturally occurring compounds present in raw maca are altered during processing.
Capsule alternative: if you prefer a more convenient format, this product is also available in capsule form.
The Maca Team Difference
The Maca Team focuses exclusively on high-quality Peruvian maca. Because we specialize in maca products, we are able to work directly with growers in the Andes and maintain consistent sourcing and processing standards.
Our products follow strict sourcing guidelines emphasizing traditional agriculture, careful harvesting, and quality testing. You can learn more about these practices on our Our Standards page.
If you would like to learn more about our company and why we focus exclusively on maca, visit our Our Company page.
Storage and Shelf Life
Maca keeps well for up to 24 months when stored in a sealed container away from direct sunlight, heat, and excess humidity. See more storage and use tips.
Suggested Use
Maca is commonly used as a food. Many people begin with 3 grams daily (about 1 teaspoon) and gradually increase to 9 grams daily (about 3 teaspoons) depending on preference. Maca may be mixed into smoothies, water, juice, yogurt, or recipes.
For more guidance see our complete serving guidelines.
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Specs
Ingredients
Organic Premium Gelatinized Red Maca Powder
Volume
8oz (227g) = 25 servings at 9g daily
1lb (454g) = 50 servings at 9g daily
2.2lb (1kg) = 111 servings at 9g daily
Certifications
Certified Organic, Fair Trade, Non-GMO, Raw and Vegan
Country of Origin
Peru
Container and Storage
Foil Lined, Double Sealed, 100% Opaque Resealable Bag. 24 month shelf life when kept out of direct light and in a sealed container.
Processing
Traditionally grown in the high Peruvian Andes. Low temperature dehydrated immediately after harvest and processed and packaged on demand.
Suggested Use
3-9 g daily, mixed in water, smoothies or other recipes
Our Promise
We’re a small, family-run company completely devoted to Maca. Our mission is simple — to share the freshest, organic, high-quality Peruvian maca root products at fair prices.
Because Maca is all we do, we’re able to offer an unmatched selection and the most attentive service possible. Every product we sell is one we use ourselves, and every order is handled with care, respect, and a commitment to freshness and sustainability.
You can count on fast shipping, attentive support, and peace of mind with every purchase. If you ever have a question or concern, our team will respond quickly and work with you to make it right — that’s our promise to you.
– The Maca Team
36 Reviews
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Maca
First time trying maca not exactly sure what to expect from it
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Marvelous Organic Premium Gelatinized Red Maca
This maca tastes really good, a little chocolaty, very nice stirred into a glass of whole milk or sprinkled on cereal. I’ve been taking one teaspoon (5cc) per day for nearly four years and the benefits are spectacular! I cannot speak for men with ED because the only form of ED I have ever known first hand is Erectile Delight. Not to brag, but to tell how marvelous this maca is, since I started taking it my libido continues ramping up. I’m 74 and can’t even begin to describe how fantastic this is. Nothing else iI’m taking is new, so it has to be the maca. Absolutely marvelous.
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Great product
No issues with digesting
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Good
Can only say this is a really good product.
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Red Gelatinized Maca
I haven’t used this product for very long. I had to back off from taking 3 Tbsp. to 1 & now can start working up to 2 Tbsp. I thought my symptoms were severe enough to jump to the top but it doesn’t work that way. I had a lot of stomach upset causing gas so I don’t recommend doing that. Problem solved once I lowered the dose.
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Gelatinized Red Premium Maca
Seriously life changing! I feel so much better. I definitely feel the shift in how my body feels as my hormones balanced, and my mood has become uplifted and stable. Consistency is the key for this product to do it’s job. I’m so grateful for this company for working towards providing a high-quality maca that you can trust!
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Amazing!
Amazing product - high quality maca root. I have been purchasing Maca from this company for years!
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Red Maca Root
I am happy with it so far. It has given me energy and suppressed my appetite some. I am 49 and suffering from awful peri-menopause. I am hoping I will feel a real difference after a couple of months. I have been mixing it in smoothies mostly and also made some pancakes with it. It takes better than past Maca Powders I have tried. I recommend it.
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I believe in this product
I'm taking it to help with hormones. I put it in my smoothie. I love it!
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Premium Organic Red Maca Root Powder
I am in my 60s and I would like to attribute this product for not experiencing hot flushes:))