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The Unsweetened Morning Motivator is The Maca Team’s organic maca coffee alternative made with just three ingredients: Peruvian Tri-Color Maca, raw cacao and raw mesquite. It contains no coffee beans and has no coconut sugar or lucuma added, giving it a less sweet, more cacao-forward flavor than our Original Morning Motivator.
Enjoy it warm like a traditional morning drink, serve it cold over ice, or blend it into smoothies and other recipes. It is an especially good option for people who enjoy cacao and maca but prefer a simpler, unsweetened blend.
Maca coffee is a term commonly used for maca-based drinks prepared as an alternative to traditional coffee. The Unsweetened Morning Motivator contains no coffee beans. Instead, it combines gelatinized maca with cacao and mesquite to create a rich powdered drink that can be prepared much like coffee or cocoa.
The maca portion is our Tri-Color Maca, made from yellow, red and black maca roots traditionally grown in the high Peruvian Andes.
If you want to compare maca colors, processing methods and formats, visit our Which Maca Is Best? guide.
This blend contains just three ingredients:
Unlike the Original Morning Motivator, the Unsweetened version contains no coconut sugar or lucuma. It is designed for customers who prefer a simpler and less sweet maca drink.
Many people enjoy the ritual of a warm morning drink but want something different from traditional coffee. The Unsweetened Morning Motivator offers a simple alternative built around maca, cacao and mesquite rather than coffee beans.
It mixes easily with water or plant milk and can be enjoyed warm, cold or blended into smoothies. Its cacao-forward character also makes it a flavorful option for people who do not enjoy plain maca powder on its own.
The blend contains no coffee or added caffeine. Because cacao naturally contains a small amount of caffeine, however, we do not describe the Unsweetened Morning Motivator as caffeine-free.
The Unsweetened Morning Motivator has a richer, more cacao-forward flavor than the Original blend. Maca contributes earthy notes, while mesquite adds a mild nutty character and a subtle natural sweetness.
Because coconut sugar and lucuma are not included, the overall flavor is noticeably less sweet than the Original Morning Motivator. It works especially well with almond milk, oat milk, rice milk and other plant-based beverages.
A common serving is about 1 tablespoon (9 g) mixed into approximately 8 ounces of liquid. Adjust the amount according to your preferred flavor and consistency.
Some easy ways to use it include:
Suggested use is 3–9 g daily, depending on your preferred serving size and preparation.
For an easy warm drink, combine:
Blend or stir thoroughly and enjoy immediately. The same mixture can also be served cold or over ice.
For more ideas, visit our Maca Recipes section.
The Maca Team focuses exclusively on high-quality Peruvian maca. We work directly with growers and producers in Peru to support careful sourcing, traditional agriculture and consistent product quality.
Our products are selected according to sourcing and processing guidelines that emphasize purity, traditional cultivation and transparency. The Unsweetened Morning Motivator combines our Peruvian Tri-Color Maca with carefully selected organic cacao and mesquite in a simple three-ingredient blend.
You can learn more about our sourcing and quality practices on our Our Standards page.
For more about The Maca Team and why we have specialized in maca for more than a decade, visit our Our Company page.
The Tri-Color Maca used in the Unsweetened Morning Motivator is traditionally grown in the high Peruvian Andes. It combines yellow, red and black maca roots and is gelatinized before being blended with cacao and mesquite.
We work directly with growers and producers in Peru and have specialized in Peruvian maca for more than a decade.
Keep the Unsweetened Morning Motivator sealed in its foil-lined, opaque resealable bag and store it in a cool, dry place away from direct light and excess moisture. When properly stored, the retail product has a shelf life of approximately 24 months.
Use 3–9 g daily, mixed into water, plant milk, smoothies or other recipes.
If you prefer a sweeter maca coffee blend with coconut sugar and lucuma, try our Original Morning Motivator.
If you would rather use maca without cacao or other ingredients, explore our maca powder collection.
We’re a small, family-run company completely devoted to Maca. Our mission is simple — to share fresh, organic, high-quality Peruvian maca root products at fair prices.
Because Maca is all we do, we’re able to offer a wide selection and attentive, personal service. 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
| Ingredients | Gelatinized Tri-Color Maca Root Powder, Raw Cacao Powder, Raw Mesquite |
|---|---|
| Volume | 1 lb (454 g) = 45 servings at 9 g daily |
| Standards & Certifications | Certified Organic, Fair Trade, Non-GMO, Gluten Free 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. |
| Serving Size | Approx. 1 Tbsp (9 g) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 35 |
| Total Fat | 0 g (0% DV) |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg (0% DV) |
| Sodium | 0 mg (0% DV) |
| Total Carbohydrates | 7 g (3% DV) |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g (4% DV) |
| Total Sugars | 4 g, including 2 g added sugars |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Calcium | 10 mg (0% DV) |
| Iron | 0.2 mg (2% DV) |
| Potassium | 120 mg (2% DV) |
For serving-specific nutrition information, see the Nutrition Facts panel on the product package.
Maca root has a long history of traditional use as a food in the Andes and is generally well tolerated by most people.
If you take medication for high blood pressure, consult your healthcare provider before using maca.
Maca naturally contains iodine. If you have been advised to restrict your iodine intake, consult your healthcare provider before use.
Individuals who are pregnant, nursing, or under medical supervision should consult a qualified healthcare professional before using maca.
Learn more about maca side effects, precautions and safe use.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.*
What is Unsweetened Maca Coffee?
The Unsweetened Morning Motivator is The Maca Team’s maca-based coffee alternative made with gelatinized Tri-Color Maca Root Powder, Raw Cacao Powder and Raw Mesquite. It contains no coffee beans and can be prepared as a warm or cold drink.
What is the difference between the Original and Unsweetened Morning Motivator?
The Unsweetened Morning Motivator contains just three ingredients and does not include the coconut sugar or lucuma found in the Original blend. It is a good choice for customers who prefer a less sweet, more cacao-forward maca drink.
Does the Unsweetened Morning Motivator contain coffee?
No. It contains no coffee beans, instant coffee or coffee extract. It is a maca-based drink blend designed as an alternative to traditional coffee.
Does the Unsweetened Morning Motivator contain caffeine?
The blend contains no coffee or added caffeine, but it does contain Raw Cacao Powder. Cacao naturally contains a small amount of caffeine, so we do not describe the Unsweetened Morning Motivator as caffeine-free.
What ingredients are in the Unsweetened Morning Motivator?
It contains three ingredients: Gelatinized Tri-Color Maca Root Powder, Raw Cacao Powder and Raw Mesquite.
Does the Unsweetened Morning Motivator contain added sugar?
No sweetening ingredient such as coconut sugar is added to the Unsweetened Morning Motivator. It may still contain naturally occurring sugars from its plant ingredients, so it should not be confused with a sugar-free product.
What does Unsweetened Maca Coffee taste like?
It has an earthy, cacao-forward flavor with mild nutty and naturally sweet notes from mesquite. Compared with the Original Morning Motivator, the flavor is less sweet and more pronounced.
How do I prepare the Unsweetened Morning Motivator?
Mix about 1 tablespoon (9 g) into approximately 8 ounces of warm or cold liquid. It works well with water or plant milk and can also be added to smoothies, oatmeal and other recipes.
How much should I use?
A common serving is about 1 tablespoon (9 g). Suggested use is 3–9 g daily, depending on your preferred serving size and preparation.
Is the Unsweetened Morning Motivator organic, vegan and gluten-free?
Yes. The Unsweetened Morning Motivator is Certified Organic, Fair Trade, Non-GMO, Gluten Free and vegan.
How should I store the Unsweetened Morning Motivator?
Keep the powder sealed in its foil-lined, opaque resealable bag and store it away from direct light, heat and excess moisture. The retail product has a shelf life of approximately 24 months when properly stored.
Lyn (verified owner) –
Love this product. It made me fall in love with oatmeal at anytime of day.
jessica noelle (verified owner) –
I love this morning motivator so much. I use it specifically during my luteal phase. It helps me specifically during this time to ward off headaches and discomfort associated with this phase. It’s like a monthly ritual must have for about a week to 10 days till my cycle starts. My body lets me know when it’s time to drink as I get the taste for it specifically in this window. Thank you for making such a yummy nourishing product. I especially love that mesquite is in it.
Charlotte Senseney-Sternkind (verified owner) –
I love this product! It’s been my morning drink for more than 2 years now. No jitters like I used to get from coffee.
Barbara (verified owner) –
I wanted to use it with my morning coffee, but was not prepared for the texture change. So, I am now using it in other food preparations such as smoothies, oatmeal and other places I can use it not change the texture but reap the benefits. I am pleased with the customer service and quick shipping. I will definitely order more.
wellston (verified owner) –
Can we get a discount when we buy a larger quantity?
It would depend on the amount purchased. we’ll reach out via email. Thank you – The Maca Team
Mandy (verified owner) –
I absolutely love the flavor of this maca blend, and the impact it’s had on my mood and motivation has been incredible. My days start off feeling lighter, and I find myself approaching each task with a more positive, energized mindset. It’s become a game-changer for how I kickstart my mornings!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Life can’t get much better with a warm cup of Morning Motivator. Chocolate fans must try this special blend. High-five to The Maca Team!
Mary (verified owner) –
I absolutely love this! It is delicious in my morning protein shake and gives me the energy I need. I’m lo longer doing any caffeine! Highly recommend.
Shelly (verified owner) –
I’ve been drinking Morning Motivator for several years. I still enjoy my one cup of morning coffee, but my second cup is always this. It helps to wake me up and be more focused for my day. I add a few drops of liquid stevia or monk fruit and a splash of unsweetened coconut milk. (This winter I’ve especially enjoyed it with peppermint flavored drops. Yum!)
Rachel Rich (verified owner) –
The Morning Motivator has a nutritious kick with a hint of coffee-like bitterness – just right.
Jay (verified owner) –
1 cup Coffee, 1 Cup Almond Milk, 1 Tablespoon Morning Motivator for the Win !
Heather H. Smith (verified owner) –
This stuff ROCKS!! It’s my daily morning go-to beverage & never disappoints!! I’ve recommended it to many folks, and they all love it, too… several have used it to kick their daily caffeine habit!
Try it!
Kate (verified owner) –
This brand has been a favorite of mine for years. All the products are quality and made with care. The Morning activator is so tasty- it’s chocolatey and a great morning drink I look forward to. It gives me a positive energy boost!
Faatimah Chambaka (verified owner) –
This is my first time trying this product and I recently purchased it, but so far I like it! ?
Chuck (verified owner) –
Enjoying this daily with almond milk and some protein powder. Nice morning pick me up breakfast replacement.
Silversage (verified owner) –
Was looking for something as a warm morning beverage for the winter (we don’t use caffeine), and came across an ad for the Morning Motivator. Bought a bag to try & it was delicious (we add cinnamon). A few weeks later, it was like “Wow, I’m feeling really good!!”
Back to place another order!
Thanks, MacaTeam!
Heatherhoney (verified owner) –
This product gets me out of bed in the morning!! I haven’t used caffeine in 20+ years, but DO enjoy a “warm cuppa” something in the morning!
THIS is my new favorite.. so much so, that I became an affiliate so I can share the benefits of TheMacaTeam maca with everyone who will listen!!
I blend mine with sweetener, collagen powder & coconut milk powder for a creamy, delicious, nutritious breakfast drink, and usually have my first meal a few hours later!
Try it & you won’t regret it!! ?
Linda Wilkie (verified owner) –
Love this alternative to coffee with much more benefits. Tastes good!!1
Alyssa (verified owner) –
I love it! I have it every morning in my shake!
Leonardo Dee (verified owner) –
Great Product . Have 2 cups each morning. Feel the energy quickly. No jitters.
Jorge Miguel Rienzi-Lemus (verified owner) –
Excellent product
LG Leal (verified owner) –
I enjoyed the taste of the product. It is more on the chocolate side than coffee side. And it gives me energy. I will give it more time for my female hormone issue. I will purchase again.
Anthea Wallace (verified owner) –
This is my first time trying this product, so, I just want to know WHICH Maca root is in this product, OR is it all of them?
Hi Anthea, Our Morning Motivator blends contain Gelatinized Tri-Color Maca powder. Hope that helps!
Paula (verified owner) –
Coffee had become very dull for me lately. I was barely finishing my cup. I now love the Morning Motivator because of the hints of pleasure I receive from the Cacao and Mezquite.
Jorge Miguel Rienzi-Lemus (verified owner) –
Excellent Product
Deborah Ferguson (verified owner) –
I’m enjoying this chocolate-y powder in my coffee more and more each day. Unsweetened, just how I like it. One teaspoon per cup of coffee and I usually have two…feels like an indulgent morning treat with great health benefits. Will definitely order again. Thanks!
Katy Hochschild (verified owner) –
I love this stuff–it tastes like hot chocolate (I add my own sweetener, usually powdered stevia). It’s delicious and gives me something to look forward to in the morning. I love adding creamer to this, and sometimes mixing it with decaf or Dandy blend to make a coffee replacement. It’s tasty, and fun to drink something hot without caffeine. Thanks for a great product!
Stephany (verified owner) –
I really love it. I am a huge coffee drinker and I have only had to have one cup of coffee ( I was averaging 4) if I add two teaspoons of this to my coffee.
Lisa McDonald (verified owner) –
Love the morning motivator. I’ve been buying it for several years. I add it to my protein shake every morning.
Jen DF (verified owner) –
Great taste, only 3 ingredients, organic, great quality Peruvian Maca. After two weeks I noticed a subtle increase of my energy levels without the jitters that coffee used to give me. Taste is very earthy – it definitely takes time to get used to it, but it’s totally worth it
Kathy Gibbons (verified owner) –
I’m so glad you have this extract as another option. I don’t like the taste of the powder & the capsules make me belch. But the extract is perfect since it by passes my stomach.
Terry Ross (verified owner) –
Tried it and didn’t like the flavor at all I may try in pill form but powder never
Chelsea (verified owner) –
I’ve replaced this with my coffee and I love it. I use with almond milk and a little bit of vanilla creamer. I found it blends best in a blender. I’ve used it as a smoothie as well and it’s delicious. My energy levels with it are just as good as coffee if not better (no jittery feeling)
Jessica Broussard (verified owner) –
I heat almond milk and then blend the hot milk with the morning motivator, and it’s great. I am now caffeine free and feel amazing.
Sarah Mercure (verified owner) –
Love the rich earthiness of this blend. Feels like my body is receiving minerals and vitamins in their whole natural form. I like to blend it with cacao, herbal tea and walnuts for a creamy adaptogenic day starter.
Idella Kelsey-Bullock (verified owner) –
excellent with a touch of cream .. puts a little pep in my step. Would give it 5 stars but I’m not crazy about the aroma. my husband on the other hand says it smells good to him.
Katelyn (verified owner) –
I have been able to give up my 6-cup-per-day coffee habit by replacing it with this morning drink. I describe it at an earthy hot cocoa and while I don’t mind it unsweetened my husband appreciates a little stevia. It gives me the boost I need without the crash or chemical dependence. Couldn’t be more happy with the Morning Motivator.
Doyle Miles (verified owner) –
I put a tablespoon in my chai love all of your products and your prices are cheaper than amazon thank you
Dianne Mckinney (verified owner) –
Using it instead of decaff in my half decaf and half coffee. Its a great sub and I like that it is good for me (vs decaff!)
J (verified owner) –
I ordered one bag on a recommendation from my favorite blogger, Wardee Harmon. After drinking it every morning for two weeks, I ordered 5 bags more so I will not run out! I add protein powder, my sweetener, coconut milk, collagen, and top it with a sprinkle of cinnamon and cloves. It’s my healthy morning hot cocoa. I love it! After four weeks of drinking it every morning, my hot flashes have reduced in severity by 90%. Another reason I ordered 5 more bags, HA! Thank you for a terrific product, and for the purity. Worth every penny.
James Justice (verified owner) –
Since it’s addition to your product line, this has been my go-to morning product. I don’t eat breakfast, so I need something that delivers energy with mental clarity. This product delivers both and much more! THANKS AGAIN!!!
Margot (verified owner) –
I love this every morning! I was trying to cut back on caffeine and this gives me a gentle boost without the drawbacks of coffee. Try it with a creamy nut mylk like coconut or cashew…even almond and oat milk have been delicious in it.
James Justice (verified owner) –
I have been using this product since its release and remain highly satisfied with it. Tastes great, adds enough bulk and nutrition to my morning coffee that I feel energized and free of hanger pangs until 2 P.M. despite not eating breakfast. I enjoy both sweetened and unsweetened versions. A bag lasts me a month or more – a terrific bargain at the price. TIP: order two at a time and save on shipping.
Robin (verified owner) –
I love this product and drink it every morning with a dash of Pure Monk Fruit Extract and a scoop of collagen. Grateful for the unsweetened option for those on the Trim Healthy Mama plan.
James Justice (verified owner) –
I have ordered this product since its initial release and have done follow-up reviews. The product is very consistent and each batch I’ve ordered has delivered in abundance on taste. I use it as one of the stable ingredients in my morning Keto coffee – along with expresso, C-8 MCT oil, coconut milk, cinnamon, pasture-raised butter and stevia.
It not only tastes delicious, but satisfies any hunger and allows me to produce high-quality work with laser-focus for 4-5 hours non-stop. I REALLY love this product!
Sally (verified owner) –
Really good taste. You need to blend it well in blender to get the smoothness (I mix it with almond milk), otherwise you might get chocolaty chunks of the powdered mixture….but it replaces the need to have a cup of coffee. I’m not sure I feel any health benefits yet (e.i., I’m no more or less awake than drinking regular water in the morning), it’s only been a couple of weeks, but it’s helping me to break the coffee habit by replacing my coffee with something substantial like this product. I like the unsweetened because I never did add sugar.
Sarah (verified owner) –
This blend is so yummy I always make sure to keep it in my pantry. It’s perfect for a cup of hot chocolate on its own or mixed into my morning coffee. The flavor profile is perfect, smoky, not sweet but not bitter, I love it
James Justice (verified owner) –
I’ve been using Morning Motivator since it was first released in the sweetened version. Trying to cut down on sugars, I ordered the unsweetened version, hoping the great taste wouldn’t be lost, I was very pleasantly surprised and have been ordering it ever since. I start every day with it and wouldn’t be without it!
Jennifer (verified owner) –
It’s not coffee and really doesn’t taste like it but it is GOOD. It is full of cacao so if you like chocolate then you’ll like this. I ended up choosing the unsweetened because I won’t consistently drink anything really sweet. It still tastes good without me adding anything except coconut milk. I haven’t yet tried it without the milk because it is so good with it. I was surprised that it doesn’t have a grainy taste like other coffee substitutes. It doesn’t jazz me up like coffee but it is very pleasant and keeps me going in the afternoons. I will order again.
Wayne C –
I love the flavour of this product, it doesn’t need a sweetener it’s great how it is. I’m not a coffee drinker and I get a warm fuzzy feeling when I drink it. I’ll definitely purchase again along with my maca powder.
Gary Herman (verified owner) –
My wife has progressed to a tablespoon a day over the past 3 weeks. She has not had coffee since she started taking this. She isn’t as energized as coffee but this is the longest she has gone without coffee, so that’s a huge plus. Price is about the same as coffee so it is working for her. Her biggest issue is the powder clumps together when she shakes it to blend it. We just haven’t started using a blender like the organization has recommended. Customer service has been fantastic and we will continue on. Thank you for a great product.
Kara (verified owner) –
I’m loving the morning starter blend! It’s helped me give up coffee and provide me sustainable energy. Thank you
Kathy (verified owner) –
I recently tried the Morning Motivator and am so happy to have discovered it! I had been using another “maca” morning drink but it was loaded with sugar – found myself getting physically wiped out hours later, even weepy and moody when I drank it daily. I am so ecstatic to find that your blend is incredibly supportive and helps me feel more balanced overall – not to mention AMAZING TASTING! LOVE IT! I sweeten mine with just a little truvia, it’s perfect. I receive an incredible brain and energy boost – never feel jittery or on edge, like real coffee can sometimes make me feel. I will forever purchase this drink, and gift it to all my friends! Thanks for being such an amazing MACA company!!
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Finally my husband dropped the morning cup of strong coffee that way affecting his blood pressure. He mixes the unsweetened morning motivator in hot water, that’s it. The taste is growing on him, compared to coffee but describes how he feels as AMAZING! No more caffeine spikes and crashes. He asked me to keep ordering it!….I enjoy it as well. I dissolve it in hot water add warm unsweetened almond milk and a little honey or cinnamon. Thank you for helping us find a great alternative that works for us!
Brenda (verified owner) –
Great morning drink! So glad to find one without sugar! Thank you thank you thank you!
Timothy Holcombe (verified owner) –
I’m hooked on coffee and will always be so. But there’s that time in the morning after the second cup when I need a little more “comfort” but don’t need anymore jolt. I thought I would try the Morning Motivator and am so glad I did. 5 grams in a large mug of steaming hot water and then savor that sweet smell and taste before facing the work day- this is a great product and I will be re-ordering for sure.
James Justice (verified owner) –
I’ve been ordering the sweetened Motivator for a while and decided to try the new unsweetened. Took a few days to adjust to the decreased sweetness, but now find myself enjoying it more and more every day. Sometimes add a little stevia. Love the chocolate!