MANNY'S NOCHE DE AMOR or Mulled Wine Elixir

Mulled wine is nothing new.  Mulled wine variations of which are popular in Europe, are usually made with red wine combined with spices and typically served warm. It is a traditional drink during winter, especially around the Holidays.  Manny's version adds some ginger for improved circulation and a bit of Maca to help the libido during those festive days of heavy eating.   Let us know if it works for you.     ;-)

• 8 drops of Maca Liquid Extract 
• 2 tbspn of mulled wine spices (cinnamon, cloves, star anise)
• 1 cup apple cider
• 1 bottle of your favorite red wine
• 1 orange, zested and juiced
• 4 tbspn of fresh ginger

Directions: In a small saucepan bring the mulled spices, red wine, cider, orange juice & zest to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and add the fresh ginger. Pour into an 8 ounce cup and add 8 drops of Maca Liquid Extract.

(Food stylist note: I did this recipe as a big batch and then added the Maca at the end… which is what we did when we were tasting. If the Maca was added to the pan I’m afraid any of its herbal benefits might be cooked out)