{"id":7181,"date":"2026-03-05T13:33:45","date_gmt":"2026-03-05T12:33:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/?p=7181"},"modified":"2026-03-05T21:36:57","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T20:36:57","slug":"aphrodisiac-better-sex-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/aphrodisiac-better-sex-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"Recipes for Better Sex: An Aphrodisiac Meal Plan"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For thousands of years, people have searched for edible items to guarantee peak sexual performance and pleasure. Ancient Romans swore by hippo snouts, while even now, tiger penis is thought to be a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/where-sex-drive-gone\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">libido booster<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in China.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luckily for you (and these animals), there are healthier and more palatable foods that give you longer-lasting results than quick-fix aphrodisiacs. We\u2019ve chalked up a day\u2019s aphrodisiac-based meal plan, but if you\u2019re vibing something else, just work the ingredients into whatever recipe your heart and private parts desire.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019ve discovered that the best <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/aphrodisiac-better-sex-recipes\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">food for more mojo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is food that feeds your body, your brain and your taste buds all at the same time. However, not all food is equally suitable before heavy activity. So we\u2019ve incorporated the best and most dietary sustainable aphrodisiacs below. You can even make a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/35-first-date-ideas-and-everything-you-need-to-know-about-acing-a-first-date\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fun date<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> out of cooking these with your partner.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Morning Juice: Liquid Viagra<\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47952 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-drink-liquid-viagra.png\" alt=\"aphrodisiac morning juice for sex drive\" width=\"850\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-drink-liquid-viagra.png 850w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-drink-liquid-viagra-300x106.png 300w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-drink-liquid-viagra-768x271.png 768w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-drink-liquid-viagra-770x272.png 770w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>You\u2019ll need:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blueberry or cherry juice (1 cup, or a handful of fresh fruit)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ginger (1 nub, skin included)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watermelon (1 cup, diced)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flaxseed oil (2 tablespoons)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Steps:<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Roughly dice the watermelon and peel a small nub of ginger.<\/li>\n<li>Toss the watermelon, ginger, and a handful of blueberries\/cherries into a blender.<\/li>\n<li>Add 2 tbsp of flaxseed oil and blend until smooth.<\/li>\n<li>Serve immediately to get the blood flowing before the alarm goes off.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The combination of these ingredients, especially with the help of ginger, will increase your blood flow and heighten your sensitivity, providing more energy for better and longer love making. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set your alarm 15 minutes earlier than normal, drink your juice, and wake your partner up with some <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/start-me-up-morning-sex-tips\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">amazing morning sex<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It won\u2019t matter what side of the bed you woke up on, the rest of your day will be off to a good start (and finish).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Morning Juice: Leg Spreader<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47953 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-drink-leg-spreader.png\" alt=\"aphrodisiac juice boost sex drive\" width=\"850\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-drink-leg-spreader.png 850w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-drink-leg-spreader-300x106.png 300w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-drink-leg-spreader-768x271.png 768w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-drink-leg-spreader-770x272.png 770w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>You\u2019ll need:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pineapple Juice (1 cup, or a handful of fresh pineapple)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Celery (1 stalk)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spinach (\u00bd cup, loose)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Banana (1 whole)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dark Chocolate (as much as you want)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Steps:<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Peel your banana and prep 1 cup of pineapple.<\/li>\n<li>Combine the fruit with 1 stalk of celery and \u00bd cup of spinach.<\/li>\n<li>Blend until creamy.<\/li>\n<li>Pour into a glass and top with as much shaved dark chocolate as your heart desires.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s no surprise among a lot of fruits that pineapple helps impotence through libido boosting. It\u2019s rich and antioxidants and loaded with vitamin C, which aid the creation of happy hormones. It also offers a good source of Manganese, which in particular helps men with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/prostate-proper-care-pleasure\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prostate health<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s also not forget the most common sexual improvement caused by pineapple\u2026 better tasting <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/premature-ejaculation-womans-view\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ejaculation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. But is it true? There\u2019s not much scientific evidence to back this claim, but we don\u2019t see how it could hurt it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bananas also contain an enzyme that increases energy levels and boosts testosterone production. And we all know that chocolate contributes to that \u201chappy hormone\u201d called dopamine, which is why we eat it when we\u2019re PMSing or simply craving comfort food.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Breakfast: Maca Love To Me Granola<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47954 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-breakfast-maca-love-to-me-granola.png\" alt=\"aphrodisiac granola bowl boost sex drive\" width=\"850\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-breakfast-maca-love-to-me-granola.png 850w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-breakfast-maca-love-to-me-granola-300x106.png 300w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-breakfast-maca-love-to-me-granola-768x271.png 768w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-breakfast-maca-love-to-me-granola-770x272.png 770w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>You\u2019ll need:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maca powder (1 cup)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oats (2 cups)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cashews (1 \u00bd cups)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flax seeds (\u00bc cup)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Honey (\u00be cup)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water (\u00bc cup)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vanilla Extract (1 teaspoon)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Steps:<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Preheat your oven to 300\u00b0F (150\u00b0C).<\/li>\n<li>In a large bowl, mix 2 cups oats, 1 \u00bd cups cashews, \u00bc cup flax seeds, and 1 cup maca powder.<\/li>\n<li>Whisk together \u00be cup honey, \u00bc cup water, and 1 tsp vanilla, then pour over the dry mix and toss to coat.<\/li>\n<li>Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 25\u201330 minutes until golden. Let cool to get that perfect crunch.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s a reason why maca is coined the \u201cPeruvian Viagra.\u201d This root is scientifically proven to boost libido and erectile function. Cashews also contribute to increased blood flow. When it comes to sex, blood circulation isn\u2019t just important for men. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Between the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/good-in-hood-things-you-didnt-know-about-the-clitoris\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">clitoris<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the tissue surrounding the vulva, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/practicing-mindfulness-can-ease-erectile-unpredictability\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">erectile response<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is also beneficial for a woman\u2019s sexual experience. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They\u2019re all rich in L-Arginine, which improves sexual function by boosting circulation, and thus erectile response. Basically, most of the foods on this list are related to circulation because good circulation = good sex! So get flowing.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Lunch: Ginkgo-Kinko Pesto Pasta<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47956 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-lunch-ginko-kinko-pesto-pasta.png\" alt=\"aphrodisiac pasta to boost sex drive\" width=\"850\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-lunch-ginko-kinko-pesto-pasta.png 850w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-lunch-ginko-kinko-pesto-pasta-300x106.png 300w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-lunch-ginko-kinko-pesto-pasta-768x271.png 768w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-lunch-ginko-kinko-pesto-pasta-770x272.png 770w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>You\u2019ll need:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ginkgo leaves (3 cups)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EVOO (\u00bd cup)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cashews (1 cup)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Miso (1 tablespoon)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salt (1 tablespoon)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your favorite spices (1 tablespoon)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pasta (your choice)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Steps:<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Boil your favorite pasta according to the package instructions.<\/li>\n<li>While the pasta cooks, pulse 3 cups ginkgo leaves, 1 cup cashews, 1 tbsp miso, and garlic\/spices in a food processor.<\/li>\n<li>Slowly stream in \u00bd cup EVOO while pulsing until you reach a creamy consistency.<\/li>\n<li>Toss the fresh pesto with your hot pasta and serve warm.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ginkgo is an ancient Chinese ailment known for helping with depression and sexual function. It increases blood flow by relaxing blood vessels. Also, who doesn\u2019t love pesto? Paired with pasta, it\u2019s a go-to comfort food and it\u2019s important to feel comfortable with your lover. But don\u2019t even think about feeling guilty about this comfort food because it\u2019s vegan! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gingko leaves are good for you and your sex life. Pass the pasta, please! Also, if you haven\u2019t looked up the benefits from cashews, it ranges anywhere from rich in protein to lowering your risk of gallstones. Always say yes to nuts\u2026 in your\u2026 mouth.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Dinner: Sexy Saffron Rice and Tofu<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47957 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-dinner-sexy-affron-rice-and-tofu.png\" alt=\"aphrodisiac dinner to boost sex drive\" width=\"850\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-dinner-sexy-affron-rice-and-tofu.png 850w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-dinner-sexy-affron-rice-and-tofu-300x106.png 300w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-dinner-sexy-affron-rice-and-tofu-768x271.png 768w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-dinner-sexy-affron-rice-and-tofu-770x272.png 770w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>You\u2019ll need:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saffron (2 pinches)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basmati rice (2 cups)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Onion (\u00bd, minced)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chicken or vegetable stock (3 cups)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salt (1 tablespoon)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tofu (10 ounces, diced)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garlic (5 cloves, diced)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Steps:<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Saut\u00e9 minced onion and 5 cloves of garlic in a pot until soft. Add 2 cups basmati rice and stir for one minute.<\/li>\n<li>Add 3 cups stock, salt, and 2 pinches of saffron. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 15 minutes.<\/li>\n<li>While the rice cooks, sear your diced tofu in a pan until golden brown.<\/li>\n<li>Fluff the saffron rice with a fork and gently fold in the tofu before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saffron is proven to reduce stress and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/6-surefire-ways-get-mood\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">enhance overall mood<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Maybe this justifies why it\u2019s one of the most expensive spices, but a little goes a very long way. Upping your soy intake also has a number of beneficial effects to your sexual experiences. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Soy binds estrogen receptors, which not only helps the vagina to stay lubricated, but also diminishes symptoms of menopause like hot flashes. Guys can also benefit from having a soyfriend<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as studies have shown that it <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/the-best-prostate-massagers\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">keeps the prostate healthy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Dessert: Tahini Nice-Hiney Cookies<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47958 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-dessert-tahini-nice-hiney-cookies.png\" alt=\"aphrodisiac dessert to boost sex drive\" width=\"850\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-dessert-tahini-nice-hiney-cookies.png 850w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-dessert-tahini-nice-hiney-cookies-300x106.png 300w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-dessert-tahini-nice-hiney-cookies-768x271.png 768w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-dessert-tahini-nice-hiney-cookies-770x272.png 770w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>You\u2019ll need:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tahini (\u00bc cup)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flour (1 cup)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cinnamon (\u00bd teaspoon)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Honey (\u00bc cup)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EVOO (\u00bc cup)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vanilla Extract (\u00bd teaspoon)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Steps:<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C).<\/li>\n<li>Mix \u00bc cup tahini, \u00bc cup honey, \u00bc cup EVOO, and \u00bd tsp vanilla until smooth.<\/li>\n<li>Fold in 1 cup flour and \u00bd tsp cinnamon to form a dough.<\/li>\n<li>Roll into small balls, flatten slightly on a tray, and bake for 10\u201312 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t you dare think for one minute that we\u2019d leave out dessert. While we\u2019re all for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/combining-sex-food-foreplay\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">having some fun with whipped cream<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or chocolate syrup, here\u2019s a new alternative that will still get you going. This recipe is also vegan, which proves that being animal-free can be beyond sexy. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tahini is typically a condiment made from sesame seeds which is common in the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cultures. This creamy mixture, sweetened with honey, cinnamon, and vanilla extract, makes for one simple yet badass aphrodisiac dessert.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Cocktail: Brandy Handy<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47960 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-cocktail-brandy-handy.png\" alt=\"aphrodisiac cocktail to boost sex drive\" width=\"850\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-cocktail-brandy-handy.png 850w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-cocktail-brandy-handy-300x106.png 300w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-cocktail-brandy-handy-768x271.png 768w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-cocktail-brandy-handy-770x272.png 770w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>You\u2019ll need:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apple flavored brandy (yes, it exists)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bubbly water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ginger beer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lemon juice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whiskey\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Steps:<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Fill a tall glass with ice.<\/li>\n<li>Pour in 2 oz apple brandy and a splash of whiskey.<\/li>\n<li>Top with equal parts bubbly water and ginger beer.<\/li>\n<li>Garnish with a squeeze of lemon.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/a-guide-to-drunk-sex-for-liquored-up-ladies\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">alcohol may inhibit our decision-making<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> outside of moderation, it can also make us incredibly friskey. The Brandy Handy is a refreshing twist on a classic spirit, incorporating some antioxidant-based ingredients to get things flowing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Cocktail: Sexarita<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-47961 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-cocktail-sexarita.png\" alt=\"aphrodisiac cocktail boost libido\" width=\"850\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-cocktail-sexarita.png 850w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-cocktail-sexarita-300x106.png 300w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-cocktail-sexarita-768x271.png 768w, https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/aphrodisiac-cocktail-sexarita-770x272.png 770w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 850px) 100vw, 850px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>You\u2019ll need:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tequila (your favorite)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweetening syrup (agave, honey, etc.)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Orange liqueur<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cranberry Juice<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ginger beer<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Steps:<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>Combine 2 oz tequila, 1 oz orange liqueur, 2 oz cranberry juice, and a teaspoon of agave\/honey in a shaker with ice.<\/li>\n<li>Shake hard and strain into a glass.<\/li>\n<li>Top with a splash of ginger beer.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Sexarita, otherwise known as the Sex and the City Margarita, is sure to perk some ears. It\u2019s got a combination of exotic flavors that may just make your mouth <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/what-are-and-how-do-multiple-orgasms-work\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">orgasm<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Once again, it incorporates some delicious fruits alongside the anti-inflammatory effects of ginger.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Use It, Don\u2019t Lose It<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So now that your diet is optimized for more O\u2019s, what do you do with this newfound fitness? Share it of course! Eating the proper food is only half the battle when it comes to maintaining your healthy sensuality, so be sure to make good use of it with someone special by adding some of these intimate items to your chef\u2019s kit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>See also:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lelo.com\/blog\/do-aphrodisiacs-really-exist\/\">Do Aphrodisiacs Really Exist? 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We\u2019ve chalked up a day\u2019s aphrodisiac-based meal plan, but if you\u2019re vibing something else, just work the ingredients into whatever recipe your [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":27209,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[17,1245,21,1244],"tags":[531,525],"coauthors":[947],"class_list":["post-7181","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-sexual-health","category-mens-health","category-sex-tips-advice","category-womens-health","tag-advice","tag-better-sex"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.8.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Sexy Aphrodisiac Recipes to Get Your Blood Pumping<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert and maybe even a few adult beverages. 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