Mushroom coffee is made by mixing ground reishi mushroom powder with traditional coffee beans to produce a drink that’s gentler on your digestive tract and lower acidity thanks to polysaccharides found in reishi fungi. In addition, its adaptogenic properties help the body cope with stress better while supporting a healthy gut microbiome.

Reishi mushroom coffee comes in instant, ground or pod form for easy home brewing. Some brands even offer different blends of mushrooms such as lion’s mane, chaga and cordyceps to enhance its rich flavors while providing various health benefits – as well as counteracting bitterness in coffee with mild yet nutty notes.

Picking out the ideal reishi coffee depends on your personal needs and preferences. Some brands combine extracts and powder from fruiting bodies with mycelium (the vegetative part of fungus made up of thread-like filaments).

Reishi mushroom coffee has long been revered for its mind-boosting effects. Reishi contains hericenones and erinaceins which stimulate nerve growth factor (NGF). A study published in 2023 discovered that taking one 1.8g dose of Lion’s mane mushroom increased reaction time and reduced stress after 28 days.

Reishi mushroom coffee offers additional advantages, including improved focus and immune support. Studies show that reishi can regulate cortisol levels to promote relaxation, while another shows it may strengthen certain immune cells for improved overall immunity.