Mushroom tea is an easy and delicious way to reap the healing properties of these amazing mushrooms. From soothing Reishi brew before bed to antioxidant-packed Chaga lattes in the morning or focus-enhancing Lion’s Mane Elixirs at sunrise, mushroom tea offers numerous health-promoting effects that can be tailored specifically to meet your personal needs.

Mushroom tea’s exact flavor depends on which variety of mushroom you use, but all are rich in nutrients such as proteins, fiber and antioxidants – known to reduce inflammation, fight free radicals that accelerate aging and boost immunity system functions.

To ensure you make the most of your mushroom tea experience, it’s vital that they are stored correctly. Mushrooms can quickly spoil when exposed to excess moisture; fortunately though, by following some basic tips you can extend their shelf life considerably.

If you’re storing whole mushrooms, avoid touching them until just before use. They are vulnerable to picking up moisture from the air which could lead to rotting and mold growth if left in an exposed state; to keep this from happening place them in the fridge with paper towels or paper bags to absorb extra moisture while still allowing air circulation – if saturated quickly switch for fresh ones.

Store dried mushrooms using a similar approach as you would other dry produce; wrap in paper towel, place in refrigerator with paper bag/basket to absorb excess moisture while still allowing airflow, and replace paper towel as soon as it becomes saturated as this can indicate spoilage.

As with any food item, mushrooms must be regularly monitored for signs of spoilage. Look out for fuzzy growths, discoloration to blue or any soft areas as these could indicate they’ve gone off the rails and should be thrown out immediately.

Some people also freeze mushroom tea, though this method requires more experimentation to find what works for you. Keep in mind that freezing can reduce the potency of mushrooms so this approach may not be recommended.

As another fun and delicious option, making fermented mushroom tea, similar to making kimchi or sauerkraut, can increase beneficial bacteria content of your drink, providing numerous health benefits including improved digestion and gut health. If you’re interested in giving this technique a try, there is plenty of guidance online; do your homework before embarking on any projects at home. Otherwise, you’re risking creating an unpleasant and disappointing beverage that leaves a foul smell behind. Spoilage in mushroom tea can easily be identified thanks to its pungent aroma and foul stench; to prevent this from happening again, always purchase mushrooms that have been thoroughly cleaned and inspected prior to being purchased; organic varieties offer further reduction of contamination risk. With these tips in place, mushroom tea can become part of your healthy routine!