Functional mushroom products, such as ready-to-drink teas and protein shakes, are becoming increasingly popular. Studies suggest they offer natural energy boosting effects while aiding focus and relieving cotton mouth.

Gabriel and Isaac Heymann of Space Tea created it in 2020 as a functional beverage brand offering low-sugar Arnold Palmer-style drinks as well as no sugar Lemon Zero, Hibiscus Zero and Summer Watermelon drinks. Each drink features adaptogenic mushrooms (Reishi and Lion’s Mane) for their ability to provide energy boost, calm focus and mood-enhancing benefits.

Adaptogenic Mushrooms

Adaptogenic mushrooms have drawn considerable interest among health enthusiasts and researchers due to their potential for stress relief, immunity support and cognitive improvement. Historically used by Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine to promote overall wellbeing and balance; nowadays they’re popping up everywhere from tea, coffee, food supplements to even beauty products! When selecting adaptogenic mushrooms to add to your routine or add in as part of a new regimen it’s crucial that the right mushrooms for you are chosen based on individual requirements and goals.

Functional mushrooms differ from culinary varieties like portobellos and oyster mushrooms in that they’re used in beverages for their nutritional benefits, providing relaxation benefits while increasing mental clarity and providing antioxidant protection against oxidative damage and increasing energy levels. Many mushroom-infused beverages have an anxiolytic effect that reduces anxiety while simultaneously increasing mental clarity; in addition, many contain antioxidants which protect from further oxidative damage while providing energy boosts.

Space Tea is the world’s first adaptogenic mushroom iced tea and lemonade beverage, available in four delicious flavors – Original, Mango, Lemon Zero and Matcha Zero. Each beverage is brewed using non-psychoactive Reishi and Lion’s Mane mushrooms which have been shown to increase focus, improve mood and alleviate brain fog. Space Tea was invented by two friends with an interest in music and space, certified organic, non-GMO, gluten-free and kosher. Each ingredient was selected specifically according to function or taste!

While certain varieties of mushrooms, like those containing psilocybin (amanita muscaria), can produce hallucinogenic effects, the mushrooms used in Space Tea do not. Instead they’re from an entirely different species that have medicinal uses without producing psychoactive effects.

Space Tea mushrooms are infused with lemon, which has an impactful impact on your endocannabinoid system. When eating acidic foods, your brain sends messages to your parasympathetic nervous system to produce saliva – helping keep your digestive tract healthy. Conversely, cannabinoids like THC and CBD can block certain channels, leading to dry mouth – known as cotton mouth. Space Tea’s citrus acidity works to counteract this side effect by increasing saliva production.

Caffeine

Space Tea is the perfect beverage to give you energy! Packed with adaptogenic mushrooms known to promote focus and mental clarity, immune booster chaga, liver cleanser tulsi and non-psychoactive mushrooms such as reishi and lion’s mane that have been shown to support brain health, improve mood, and boost focus, Space Tea is an amazing addition to any healthy lifestyle!

Though Space Tea products contain caffeine, their mission is not to promote energy drinks as such; their goal is rather mental wellness through music, meditation and mushrooms. Recently they participated in Natural Products Expo West 2023 to exhibit their mushroom-infused functional beverages; in their line-up are Original, Golden Mango Summer Watermelon Lemon Zero Hibiscus Zero Matcha Zero varieties as well as BOOST that is only available at select Sprouts Farmers Market locations nationwide – one of the fastest-growing retailers.

Space Tea’s high-caffeine line, made with yerba mate and featuring up to 108mg of caffeine per cup, boasts the power of cognitive enhancement with ingredients like reishi and lion’smane, giving this beverage its power boost for everyday life. Plus, thanks to lemon’s acidity, saliva production increases even further–ideal for those experiencing dry mouth.

Natural Flavors

This new drink combines iced tea, lemonade and functional mushrooms for an irresistibly refreshing beverage that’s great for cooling off on hot days. All natural ingredients make up this gluten-free and vegan product; maple syrup may also add sweetness. Easy preparation makes this beverage enjoyable both on its own or alongside breakfast.

The drink has a strong citrus taste, with lemon and mushroom providing a unique experience. Mushrooms help increase energy and focus while soothing stomach discomfort with its soothing properties. Available at many local health food stores and providing an ideal healthy alternative to coffee.

Sprouts Farmers Market recently welcomed Space Tea to its beverage selection, making the brand available in 390 stores nationwide. This expansion marks a key moment in Space Tea’s rapid expansion. Sales will likely increase significantly now that more stores offer these functional drinks that include non-psychoactive Reishi and Lion’s Mane mushrooms to enhance energy levels, focus, mood-lifting effects and mental clarity.

Space Tea’s mission is to promote wellbeing through music, meditation, and mushrooms. Their beverages combine iced tea and lemonade with adaptogenic mushrooms in low-sugar varieties like Original Arnold Palmer, Golden Mango, Summer Watermelons; as well as classic tea standards with no added sugar or calories: Lemon Zero, Hibiscus Zero and Matcha Zero.

Organic, non-GMO and gluten-free drinks made with Reishi and Lion’s Mane that contain 40mg of caffeine per bottle; Blueberry BOOST offers up 108mg. This higher caffeine content highlights their increased focus on holistic wellness markets while still adhering to sustainable ingredients whenever possible.

Gluten-Free

Space Tea Mushroom Lemonade contains gluten-free fungi, making this beverage suitable for those living with celiac disease or other health concerns related to gluten. However, those with sensitive stomachs should refrain from sipping this beverage due to the acidity of lemon’s acidity which could potentially cause discomfort in their gut.

Mushrooms are an extremely versatile ingredient, adding depth and dimension to many dishes. Not only are they delicious, they’re naturally low in calories and packed with antioxidants and other vital nutrients; providing health benefits such as increased energy and improved mood.

Space Tea, the first adaptogenic mushroom iced tea and lemonade beverage ever, will now be available nationwide at The Vitamin Shoppe stores following its successful roll out at over 390 Sprouts Farmers Market stores – one of the fastest-growing retailers. Certified organic, non-GMO, kosher, and gluten-free, Space Tea’s blend combines ultrapremium organic teas with functional Reishi and Lion’s Mane mushrooms for increased energy, focus and mood enhancement properties.