Why Is Vanilla Considered an Aphrodisiac - Saratoga Chocolates

A recent study done on male Wistar rats revealed fascinating results. Using a 200 mg dose of vanillin — the primary chemical component of a vanilla bean — scientists were able to demonstrate vanilla's aphrodisiac properties. Their end-results align with previous studies that claim a 9% increase of arousal in men who consume vanilla-spiced ...

Vanilla beans as an aphrodisiac - truth or fairy tale?

The Spaniards were sufficiently enough impressed that they returned to Spain with news that chocolate and vanilla were an erotic duo. Chocolate and vanilla were made into an all-purpose drink that quenched one's thirst, warmed the body, served as a medicine, and acted as an aphrodisiac. In the curious medical beliefs of the time, chocolate ...

A taste of love: is chocolate an aphrodisiac?

It's far more romantic to choose a chocolate gift you know your partner will appreciate than opt for dark chocolate because of its potential aphrodisiac properties. So if your intended prefers the light vanilla notes of white chocolate, consider treating them to our patisserie-inspired Vanilla Macarons or delightfully mellow Blondie Selector .

Get in the Mood with this Aphrodisiac Raw Chocolate Recipe

Chocolate Aphrodisiac Balls. Ingredients. 8 dates, pitted; 1 cup walnuts; 2 tablespoons cocoa powder; 1.5 tablespoons agave nectar, maple syrup or honey; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Dash of celtic sea salt; Dash of chili powder; Directions . Put all the ingredients into a food processor and pulse until evenly combined and crumby. Form into ...