Mushroom coffee, first popularized during World War II by resourceful Finns using native chaga mushrooms from Finland as a method of stress reduction, immunity boost and inflammation reduction has since gained wide acclaim as an ingredient of wellness beverages. Mushroom coffee, created from the combination of dried powdered mushrooms with ground instant coffee, typically tastes very similar to regular coffee with just a hint of umami earthiness. Some blends also include additional ingredients like ashwagandha, l-theanine, MCT oil or collagen for an enhanced experience. Most mushroom coffee requires just hot water and one scoop. Plus it’s caffeine free! Read labels carefully as some contain high amounts of sugar or additional additives.