Mushrooms have long been utilized as natural medicine, with mushroom health benefits including immune-supportive nutrients and free-radical-fighting antioxidants. Although available as capsules, pills and powder, many prefer drinking mushroom tea at home – it provides multiple mushroom health advantages all at once!

Mushroom tea is an increasingly popular way of enjoying mushrooms as a beverage, mixing hot water with functional mushroom extracts such as lion’s mane, chaga, reishi cordyceps and turkey tail mushrooms. According to Tastewise research, interest in mushroom drinks has skyrocketed 52% year over year.

While more research needs to be conducted into the long-term effects of adaptogenic mushrooms and herbs, mushroom tea could offer a safe, convenient, and delicious way to reap their cognitive, immune, and energy-boosting benefits. More studies must also be conducted into how these mushrooms and herbs interact with other medications and health conditions.

Psilocybin mushroom tea (commonly referred to as magic mushroom tea) is traditionally created by steeping dried psilocybin mushrooms in hot water. This releases psychoactive compounds like psilocybin and psilocin which can alter one’s state of consciousness while creating pleasurable feelings. Today, however, its extract is available for purchase as a dietary ingredient that could enhance mood or focus.

Psilocybin can cause adverse side effects when taken in high dosages, including anxiety and nausea; however, small doses consumed as part of a balanced diet should be safe to consume. Its effects typically take 20-40 minutes to take effect and last six hours before beginning to gradually fade away.

Start by heating 2 to 3 cups of water in a pot or kettle until it comes to a boil, adding dry powdered mushrooms, and simmer for 20-30 minutes while stirring periodically so the mushrooms are evenly steeped. After 20-30 minutes has passed, remove from heat and strain using either fine mesh strainer, cheesecloth, or tea infuser to extract your delicious tea!

Customize your drink to meet your preferences by experimenting with the amount of mushrooms and brewing time that best suit you, then enjoy this mushroom tea drink as either an invigorating breakfast beverage to start your day or relaxing bedtime brew to help prepare for sleep.