Mushroom tea is not a traditional Dutch beverage; however, it has become increasingly popular within health and wellness communities today. Mushrooms are steeped in hot water to create this refreshing brew.

Adaptogenic herbs like lion’s mane and cordyceps help enhance cognitive functioning while supporting overall body equilibrium, while other remedies, like chaga and reishi, have anti-inflammatory effects.

1. It’s a great way to ingest the magic

Not surprising given its many health benefits is mushroom tea’s increasing popularity. From Reishi and Chaga mushrooms for healing purposes to Psilocybin-containing varieties like Lion’s Mane mushrooms for psychoactive effects – mushroom tea truly is an ancient superfood! But proper preparation and storage are keys to reaping all its potential. Read on to discover all its uses!

While much of the world is only just beginning to understand magic mushroom culture, the Netherlands have been riding high on this trend for some time now. Although Dutch laws concerning psilocybin mushrooms have fluctuated over time, one legal loophole allows people to purchase, grow, and consume “truffles.” This allows people to experience its effects without actually eating the whole mushroom itself; an entire industry has grown around mushroom truffles as a result.

As is the case with many forms of medication, eating raw mushrooms remains the traditional means to consume magic mushrooms and remains popular with those who do not wish to deal with the hassle and complexity of making mushroom tea themselves. But making tea may offer greater immersion and enjoyment than simply munching the mushrooms raw! However, mushroom tea offers unique benefits which provide more immersive and enjoyable experience than simply munching them straight from their packaging.

To make mushroom tea, all that’s required is high-quality mushroom sclerotia (truffles) and hot water. Before heating up your water to roughly 70oC (158oF), make sure that any ground sclerotia powder has been ground into fine powder – this allows more effective infusion of psilocybin into your tea. It is important not to boil too much as too much heat could destroy psilocybin altogether!

Once ground into a fine powder, the sclerotia should be added to a tea infuser and steeped for approximately 20 minutes in hot water before straining it and enjoying! This tea will give a unique earthy flavor while offering medicinal and entheogenic properties of these mushrooms.

2. It’s easy on the stomach

Many are switching from their morning cup of joe to mushroom tea as it provides an easy digestive solution and steady energy boost, without the inevitable afternoon slump that coffee often causes. Furthermore, its packed full of essential vitamins and minerals like Vitamin D for healthier bones.

Mushrooms contain antioxidants which can help to lower inflammation in the body, one of the major contributors to many modern diseases. Furthermore, mushrooms contain beta-glucans known to strengthen immunity and stave off infections within our immune systems.

Mushroom tea may not provide you with the same high as taking psilocybin mushrooms, but it can still help improve your mood and enhance mental clarity. It makes an excellent caffeine-free alternative to coffee that may benefit those sensitive to its effects.

Taste may differ depending on the variety of mushrooms (or blend, in case you use a tea bag). Some varieties provide a subtly stimulating sensation while others can be more relaxing and grounding; Reishi tea may help boost immunity while supporting longevity; Lion’s mane and cordyceps tea can enhance productivity during hectic workdays.

For mushroom tea, simply boil some water and pour it over one tablespoon of ground mushrooms placed in a hot mug or tea pot. Allow this tea to steep for several minutes before tasting it! For additional flavoring options try adding herbs such as ginger or licorice root roots. When creating homemade mushroom tea it’s essential that only high-quality ingredients and correctly prepared mushrooms are used; you should grind these into powder to allow the tea time to steep efficiently.

3. It’s tasty

Mushrooms on their own may have an earthy taste, but when combined with other tea ingredients they can become delightfully aromatic and delectable. As mushroom tea becomes increasingly popular and you’ll find it in various herbal blends such as chai, green, and hibiscus tea, experiment to see which combinations suit you best! And don’t forget to grind any dried mushrooms into powder before brewing for optimal results!

4. It reduces nausea

Magic mushrooms have the power to alter our perception of reality and alter our mood, leading to anything from drowsiness to hallucinations. The intensity of a mushroom trip depends on how much is taken and its strength. Nausea is a common side effect of mushroom trips, caused by disruptions to serotonin levels and our bodies’ reactions to altered perception. Preparing mushrooms as tea can reduce nausea by digesting indigestible parts such as chitin. Furthermore, adding ginger increases its antiemetic properties further and can also assist with other symptoms associated with mushroom experiences, including anxiety and paranoia.[14, 15, 16]

To create mushroom tea, dry mushrooms must first be ground into a powder before being steeped in hot water to extract psilocybin, which is water-soluble.