Mushroom coffee is a blend of regular coffee with extracts from medicinal mushrooms that have been touted for their health benefits, including immune system support and cognitive enhancement. The beverage has become an alternative to traditional coffee consumption and has been linked with improved focus, energy levels and overall wellbeing; however some individuals have reported experiencing side effects like jitteriness and insomnia after consuming mushroom coffee. Is it possible to swap out this beverage without losing any benefits?

Mushroom coffee, otherwise known as mushroom brew, typically features lion’s mane, chaga cankers and reishi mushrooms blended with arabica instant coffee for maximum flavour and caffeinated content. Additional ingredients can include cinnamon, plant-based extracts and coconut milk for an authentic experience reminiscent of standard coffee but less caffeinated – typically 150 milligrams in regular coffee while mushroom coffee typically ranges between 50-60 milligrams according to Ryze founder Aziz Mohmad.

How much caffeine there is in mushroom coffee depends on its ingredients and method of preparation. Powdered mushrooms tend to give off a stronger earthy flavor with more of a coffee essence compared to instant blends or premade lattes made with instant blends that more closely resemble smoothies; instant blends often feature additional flavors which disguise or mask any potential mushroomy notes and make the drink more accessible for consumers who don’t feel confident making their own espresso-based drinks at home.

Some mushroom coffee providers go all-out with an intensely flavorful brew that recalls other types of coffee beverages, while others take a more conservative approach by creating something with unique properties derived from fungus – like Melting Forest’s blend designed to mix well with dairy or non-dairy alternatives, such as Pacific Foods coconut milk.

Although claims surrounding mushroom coffee tend to be anecdotal, users do report improvements in mental clarity and mood after making the switch from traditional coffee to mushroom coffee. This may be related to lower caffeine intake reducing cortisol levels and improving sleep quality according to California clinical psychologists; however, research on medicinal mushroom-coffee elixirs remains in its infancy so “moderation is key” should always be observed when adding any new supplements into your daily regimen.