Premium Raw Black Maca: Organic Peruvian Fresh-Processed Black Maca

Our premium raw black maca products come from fresh-processed rather than sun-dried maca roots and have a stronger, spicier flavor than standard raw black maca.

What Makes These Products “Premium?”

Both standard and premium raw black maca products are made from the same grade-A black maca roots harvested by our farming co-ops in and around Junín, Peru. The main difference is how the roots are processed after harvest.

Standard maca products are made from roots dried in the high mountain sun for several weeks before storage or milling. This is the traditional way of preserving maca roots. By contrast, premium maca products are made from maca roots that are processed immediately after harvest. In this modern approach, the roots are transported, cleaned, ground into a pulp, and dried at low temperatures shortly after coming out of the ground.

This fresh-processing method creates a different final product from traditional sun-dried maca. If you want a broader explanation of the two approaches, see this article.

Why Choose Premium Raw Black Maca?

We typically suggest that people new to maca start with a standard maca product, mainly because premium raw black maca has a strong taste. Maca is part of the horseradish family, and products made with the premium process preserve more of that spicy flavor than sun-dried products.

Premium raw black maca is often chosen by customers who want black maca in a fresh-processed raw format and do not mind a stronger taste.

• People who want black maca in a premium raw format
• Customers who prefer fresh-processed maca over sun-dried maca
• People who do not mind a more pronounced, spicier maca flavor
• Customers choosing between powder and capsules based on convenience and taste preference

Our Premium Raw Black Maca Products Are

• USDA Certified Organic
• GMO Free
• Fair Trade
• Never heated above 105F / 40C
• Grown traditionally with respect for the land near Junín, Peru
• Fresh processed and packaged promptly
• 100% raw and vegan
• Made from 100% black maca roots

And they:

• Come from a modern approach to processing maca developed in recent decades
• Are fresh processed, meaning maca roots are dried in dehydrators immediately after harvest
• Have a stronger, more noticeable maca flavor with more spiciness
• Are limited in supply since they must be produced from fresh roots during annual harvest season
• Cost more because the process is more labor and equipment intensive

Available In

Premium Raw Black Maca root powder (3 sizes)
Maca powder gives you more value for the dollar than capsules, but it is messier to use and requires time to mix into a recipe. We have many maca recipes available. The powder is very fine and dissolves well. Note that premium raw black maca powder has a strong maca flavor that some people do not like.

Premium Raw Black Maca capsules
We process our capsules carefully with great oversight. They contain only 100% pure maca powder with no fillers, flow agents, or additives of any kind. Taking premium raw black maca in capsules makes it easier to get an exact serving size, avoids recipe preparation, and avoids the spicy taste of the powder. They are more expensive than powder alone, but many customers prefer the convenience.

FAQs About Premium Raw Black Maca Root

What makes raw black maca “premium?”

The word “premium” refers to the way maca roots are processed after harvest rather than a different grade of maca root. In this process, maca roots are dried and made into powder directly after harvest rather than being traditionally sun dried.

Does taking premium maca make a difference?

Premium and sun-dried maca differ mainly in processing style, flavor, and how the finished product is prepared after harvest. Some customers strongly prefer the premium format, while others prefer standard sun-dried maca.

What does raw premium black maca taste like?

If you have tried sun-dried black maca before, you may already know its earthy caramel-like taste. Premium black maca keeps that general taste but adds a spicier edge. Some people also describe it as more bitter than standard maca.

Are there any disadvantages to selecting premium over sun-dried?

The main concern people raise is taste. If you end up being sensitive to the taste of premium raw black maca, then capsules or standard sun-dried raw black maca may be a better fit.

Why is it more expensive?

There are two main reasons that premium maca products cost more than their counterparts. First, the initial processing requires more effort, is time sensitive, and uses specialized dehydration equipment. Second, it is only made once per year during harvest season and therefore produced in smaller batches.

Why Choose The Maca Team?

If you have any questions please let us know. And as always, remember that you can count on The Maca Team for certified organic, fair trade, fresh-harvest Peruvian maca products.

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