Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum/Lingzhi), one of the cornerstones of Traditional Chinese Herbalism since the time of Emperors, is an adaptogenic herb which relieves stress and supports optimal balance. This tea combines this powerful mushroom with soothing rooibos and cocoa nibs for an indulgently rich cup of herbal excellence.

Slow cookers are ideal for gently steeping reishi mushrooms into tea leaves for more effective steeping and better taste.

Benefits

Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum/Ling Zhi) has long been revered in Traditional Chinese Medicine as the Mushroom of Immortality for its ability to promote longevity and vitality. Reishi belongs to a class of functional mushrooms known as adaptogens that help balance body systems and relieve occasional stress, as well as being powerful antioxidants that protect against oxidative damage while supporting healthy blood sugar levels.

Reishi is an anti-inflammatory natural remedy, scientific studies proving its efficacy against chronic fatigue by relaxing muscles and helping the body cope with daily stresses. Furthermore, its polysaccharides stimulate white blood cell activity for enhanced immunity against tumors or abnormal cells in the body.

Reishi tea may help treat hair loss by reducing inflammation, increasing blood circulation to the scalp and encouraging its rejuvenation. Furthermore, its antioxidants protect it against sun damage while protecting from dandruff or any other potential problems with its antioxidant protections.

Reishi can help balance out body hormones such as cortisol and reduce their levels, providing relief from PMS symptoms such as mood swings and cramping. Reishi is also considered an adaptogen herb which assists the body with handling emotional stressors more effectively.

Reishi can be consumed either fresh or dried, but to maximize its benefits it should be consumed as a tea. As raw reishi is quite bitter and unappetizing, adding tea makes it much more earthy and enjoyable. Our Reishi Mushroom blend combines this ancient tonic with organic rooibos leaves, cinnamon bark, organic reishi extract powder (Ganoderma Lucidum/Lingzhi), cordyceps mushroom extract (Cordyceps Militaris). Caffeine free!

Ingredients

Reishi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum and other species) is an adaptogenic herb which provides balance to body systems. Additionally, Reishi is also widely recognized for supporting immune health; therefore it’s often called the “mushroom of immortality.”

This tea has been created using various herbs to create a tasty yet nutritional blend. Rooibos leaves (Aspalathus linearis) provide caffeine-free flavor while lemongrass and eleuthero root offer natural flavors and detoxification support. Furthermore, its final combination contains reishi mushroom cordyceps mushroom, astragalus root which are all known to be adaptogens – creating an irresistibly tasty beverage!

As with our other teas, this one is also organic and non-GMO. Furthermore, its base ingredients come from Reishi grown under controlled conditions in the USA – as reishi are bioaccumulators which absorb toxins from its surrounding environment, this makes a crucial distinction when purchasing mushroom products.

To prepare this tea, break your reishi into small pieces and combine with boiling water in a pot. Simmer this decoction for several hours (ideally over night ) at low heat before straining out of any residues that might remain. It is one of the most efficient ways to utilize this powerful herb.

Due to its bitter taste, Reishi tea may not be ideal for sipping directly. Instead, it can be enjoyed mixed with other ingredients to create tasty beverages; many prefer mixing reishi with other beverages such as Chaga tea or Cocoa powder for an exquisite treat! It can even be combined with herbal sedatives for a relaxing evening drink!

Reishi mushroom has long been used as part of Chinese herbal medicine. Today, however, its use has spread into Western medicine due to studies suggesting its effectiveness at helping with sleep disturbance, depression anxiety blood pressure issues and more. Reishi can even help treat cancer, high cholesterol and liver diseases using its unique antitumor, antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties found within its ganoderic acid composition.

How to make it

Traditional and herbal medicine have long employed reishi mushroom tea (Ganoderma lucidum), an adaptogenic elixir rich with nutrients and known for its relaxing and stress-relieving effects, to provide mental and physical wellbeing benefits such as enhanced mood, increased focus and balanced energy levels. When prepared correctly it also gives your immune system a significant boost, helping protect against diseases and stressors.

Reishi mushrooms have long been studied and recognized for their potential to alleviate some of the side effects of modern life. Their polysaccharides may stimulate immune systems, prevent cancer tumor growth, lower blood pressure and promote healing while simultaneously decreasing stress and anxiety levels and protecting against heart disease.

Reishi tea is an easy and enjoyable way to take advantage of all the healing properties of this powerful medicinal herb. This delicious beverage boasts an aromatic botanical scent and deep, tannic flavor with subtle bitter notes. To get maximum benefits from reishi, it should ideally be made using a double extraction tincture (combining water and alcohol), providing full spectrum water/alcohol-soluble compounds; however a simple decoction using dried reishi mushrooms in boiling water also works equally as effectively.

For making tea, first bring 1 cup of water or nut milk to a boil. Remove it from heat, whisk in 1 teaspoon of reishi powder and allow the mixture to steep for around two hours before straining it out – the longer reishi stays in its final stage, the stronger your tea will become!

If time is of the essence, the easiest way to make Reishi tea is using a slow cooker. Reishi mushrooms need to cook slowly over several hours so this method is great for busy schedules.

To prevent overcooking of reishi, always use a heavy-bottomed pot. This will ensure it cooks evenly, ready to be used whenever it’s time to brew it. For added zest add slices of fresh ginger or honey for additional sweetening purposes.

Storage

Reishi, turkey tail and chaga mushrooms are revered medicinal herbs with numerous health benefits. Packed with polysaccharides, phenolic compounds and triterpenes known to boost immunity support, reduce stress levels and boost energy levels; selecting and brewing these ingredients with care will allow you to take full advantage of them. This guide will teach you how to brew reishi mushroom tea at home for maximum potency and flavor!

For optimal reishi mushroom tea results, it’s essential to use only high-grade dried mushrooms. When selecting dried mushroom varieties for use in your tea blends, opt for organic or wild mushroom farms using sustainable farming methods; to guarantee fresh and potency for each and every piece. Furthermore, avoid purchasing mushroom powders that have been exposed to radiation or heat treatments as this process could alter their integrity and decrease potency significantly.

Before preparing a mushroom tea, start by rinsing your dried mushrooms under cold water to remove any dirt or debris, before placing them into a pot with enough water to cover them – an ideal ratio is approximately one cup for every two or three grams of mushroom. Boil the water first before simmering it to release all its beneficial compounds – however be wary not to overcook as this could leave an unpleasant bitter aftertaste!

Soft mushrooms such as lion’s mane and shiitake require only short simmering times to release their beneficial compounds; on the other hand, dense varieties like reishi and chaga require extended extraction processes in order to reveal their powerful healing capabilities.

Once the mushrooms have been fully brewed, strain and allow the tea to cool before refrigerating for up to one week or freezing it for long-term storage.

Reishi mushroom tea can also be combined with different ingredients for added flavors and textures, including cinnamon sticks or star anise to add comforting warmth; or by incorporating fruity notes such as stevia or maple syrup for more fruity notes that balance the earthiness of reishi fungus.