By HBM · Published 2026-10-19 · Updated 2026-10-19 · 2 min read

Maca root extract is a Peruvian adaptogen used in men’s performance, energy and libido products, typically at 100 to 500 mg of a 4:1 to 10:1 extract per serving. It has a mild, earthy, slightly nutty flavor that masks easily. HBM manufactures maca into gummies and liquid shots in Tampa Bay, FL, confirming extract ratio against the supplier COA.

Role in performance formulas

Maca is a standard component of men’s performance blends, where it sits with Panax red ginseng, grape seed and Rhodiola. HBM’s stock Virility gummy carries a 200 mg blend of those four extracts with niacin, zinc, L-citrulline and L-carnitine.

Dosing and taste

Extracts are dosed at 100 to 500 mg per serving; whole-root powders run higher. Maca tastes earthy and mildly nutty, so it masks under most fruit flavors and does not need a bitter blocker. HBM confirms the extract ratio so the herbal equivalent on the label is accurate.

Formats and pairings

Maca suits gummies, powders and liquid shots. It is paired with ginseng, Rhodiola, grape seed, zinc and amino acids. HBM makes it at a gummy MOQ of 300,000 units and a liquid MOQ of 3,000 units or 150L.

Ingredient at a glance

Common name	Maca
Type	Botanical extract (Lepidium meyenii root)
Role	Adaptogen for energy, stamina and men’s performance
Typical dose	100 to 500 mg extract per serving
Solubility	Powdered extract; disperses in gummy mass
Common stack	Panax red ginseng, grape seed, Rhodiola, zinc, L-citrulline
Best formats	Gummy, powder, liquid shot

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