Mushroom tea is a drink prepared by steeping dried mushrooms in hot water for consumption as a drink, typically to consume the psychoactive substances psilocybin and psilocin which may induce altered states of consciousness and pleasurable sensations.

Properly stored mushroom tea should last up to 10 days in the refrigerator without losing its potency or becoming spoilt, rendering it unfit for consumption and possibly leading to discomfort or illness.

To prevent this from occurring, it is crucial that mushroom tea be stored in an airtight container. This helps avoid the formation of glycerol as a natural byproduct of mushroom metabolism that could degrade flavor and potency of your tea, while helping preserve aroma and color of mushroom tea.

Storage of mushroom tea should ideally take place in an airtight glass jar with a secure lid to maintain its integrity and ensure no contaminants enter. Labelling it also allows you to keep track of when its expiration date may be.

Keep the jar in a cool and dark location to minimize its exposure to light and help preserve its contents, such as psilocybin and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), to prevent degradation that could potentially result in unpleasant experiences when consumed.

Fill the jar only 3/4 full to allow air circulation and prevent overheating of your tea. Overfilling can result in overheating, which will compromise its taste. For optimal results, only fill it up to approximately 75% full so as to allow enough ventilation of air into your jar.

Store the jar in a cold and dark location to prevent contamination by bacteria and pathogens – this will ensure that the fungus stays fresh and potency for as long as possible.

Additionally, other ways exist to extend the shelf life of mushroom tea such as drying it or creating a tincture; both can increase its longevity.

Mushrooms typically last up to one week in the fridge, depending on conditions and temperature of your fridge. Storing mushrooms properly in the fridge will help them remain fresher for longer, though you must take care not to overcrowd them as this could lead to slime and mold growth which render them inedible.

For optimal mushroom storage, the most efficient approach is to first dry them using air drying or dehydrators. Once these mushrooms have reached dryness, they should be stored in an airtight container with silica gel packets to absorb any remaining moisture and will last anywhere between several months and over one year if stored appropriately.