Mushroom teas are enjoying an unexpected surge in popularity due to their purported immune-enhancing benefits; functional mushrooms like chaga, lion’s mane and reishi have seen particular success with this trend.

Consumers seeking cleaner and longer-acting sources of energy, along with adaptogenic ingredients which promote mental clarity and alertness without caffeine’s side effects, have contributed to this trend.

Organic Super Shroom Matcha

DAVIDsTEA embraces the trend for holistic wellness beverages by offering its mushroom-powered matcha, designed to boost focus and mood. This blend combines the health benefits of matcha’s L-theanine and caffeine with adaptogenic mushrooms known for their mental and physical balancing properties, creating an unparalleled drinking experience that blends tea with natural plant-based ingredients that support wellbeing and mental clarity.

Mushroom tea has experienced tremendous growth over the last several years due to their purported health advantages and consumer awareness about environmental impacts of purchasing decisions. Functional teas made from mushrooms such as lion’s mane, chaga and reishi are expected to experience rapid expansion this year as they offer anti-inflammatory benefits, immune support and neuro-cognitive advantages that make them increasingly appealing.

Functional teas are simple to prepare and are conveniently available in loose-leaf form for easy brewing at home or when on-the-go in travel mugs and tumblers, perfect for hot or iced enjoyment. Each blend features organic ingredients that are non-GMO as well as certified gluten-free by the Gluten-Free Certification Association (GFCA). Three new blends include Organic Super Shroom Matcha featuring the combination of Reishi and Chaga adaptogenic mushrooms with green tea; Mind Shield which offers both L-theanine and caffeine; Loco Lucuma which uses micro-ground black tea as its power;

Organic Super Chaga

Chaga has long been revered by traditional cultures around the globe for its nutritionally dense benefits and has long been considered an adaptogen, meaning it helps manage physical and environmental stresses on our bodies. Not only does chaga contain powerful anti-inflammatory compounds but is one of the richest natural sources of superoxide dismutase (SOD), an enzyme which neutralizes free radicals.

Berry fruits are packed with fatty acids that promote inflammation-fighting properties and immune functions, and melanin, which has been linked to cancer-protection properties and cardiovascular wellness.

Our wild chaga tea is ethically harvested from birch trees in Northern Canada and hand harvested. With its vanilla-like taste and rich brown hue, our organic wild chaga provides the ideal pick-me-up to keep you going all day long. Whether it’s time for work, or you simply need an energy boost – organic wild chaga is here to help!

Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) is an evergreen fungus found in extreme Northern climates. While many refer to this relationship as parasitic, Chaga actually provides the tree with nutrients while providing protection. Over time it will grow larger until eventually dying out completely and releasing its spores back into the air where wind, insects and animals transport them back onto new birch trees for repeat cycles.

Indigenous Peoples of Siberia have used Chaga for centuries to help combat fatigue, cold, and hunger in this harsh yet stunning environment. Traditional methods involved extracting parts of the fungus to make invigorating teas that would keep them going strong – our Chaga Extract capsules offer similar health-promoting benefits but in an easy to consume format!

As temperatures cool, sip on one of our nutrient-rich herbal blends that combine flavor with function: Our mint chip matcha features L-theanine for relaxing ground green tea; Shroom Boom brings together adaptogenic reishi and chaga mushrooms with micro-ground black tea; or try our delicious Loco Lucuma made with lucuma fruit powdered with powdered rooibos!

Organic Super Maitake

Mushrooms are heterotrophic organisms, meaning they do not produce photosynthesis but instead recycle organic matter from their environment by breaking it down and absorbing complex molecules. Mushrooms have proven themselves effective scavengers of free radicals and potency antioxidants with over 30 polyphenolic compounds (28). Furthermore, mushrooms also exhibit antiviral outcomes due to an abundance of small organic molecules which serve as immunomodulators (30). Studies have highlighted the effectiveness of cordyceps militaris in suppressing influenza virus (32), hepatitis C virus (33) and herpes simplex virus (34) transmission by increasing cell-mediated immune response, stimulating natural killer cell production in the body (34), decreasing cytokine storm, normalizing tolerance to low oxygen levels in blood, blocking viral enzymes, and improving immunity (35).

Maitake or Grifola frondosa mushrooms are another powerful immunomodulating food source, long revered in Chinese medicine for supporting the spleen and improving qi flow. Their fruiting bodies contain beta-glucans which have proven immune modulating effects*.

Dried maitake mushrooms can be easily reconstituted and used in culinary dishes or included as an immune booster tea blend. From soups and stews, stir-fried with vegetables, roasted and served alongside salads or baked into casseroles/omelets/tempura – their unique umami flavor complements and enhances any recipe; making it an excellent addition for pasta, pizza and other main courses!

Our Maitake superfood is grown and extracted to maximize bioavailability of beneficial compounds. The extract contains beta-glucans, an immunomodulating polyphenol that may play an important role, as well as other nutrient dense substances not present in its fruiting body.

Organic Super Lion’s Mane

Lion’s Mane mushrooms, commonly referred to as Hericium erinaceus, have become widely celebrated edible mushrooms due to their ability to support brain health and increase focus. Studies suggest this unique fungus shows promise as a natural cognitive enhancer and may improve short-term memory while supporting nervous systems. Studies also reveal Lion’s Mane may increase levels of Nerve Growth Factor (NGF), which promotes neuronal growth while supporting healthy connections between neurons. BDNF levels may increase as well, providing support for learning and memory functions within our brains.

Lion’s Mane can be found in multiple forms, from supplements and teas to supplements made from dried or freeze-dried mushrooms that can be taken in capsules, tablets, powders, liquid extracts or gummies. When selecting a supplement it’s essential that it adheres to rigorous testing processes to ensure purity and safety – the latter could include any extra ingredients like fillers or heavy metals being present.

Lion’s Mane can best be utilized by taking it daily. A standard dose should be 2g daily; you can increase this as needed. Add 2 grams to morning smoothies or mix into coffee/tea. It can also be added to soups, stews, omelettes, pasta dishes, etc. Its mild flavor complements most recipes perfectly.

Find Lion’s Mane mushrooms at specialty markets and online retailers; the price can range between $4 to $6 per ounce. Reputable vendors source their Lion’s Mane from the United States using organic methods for cultivation; buying from such an establishment ensures you receive only top-quality product.

Lion’s mane mushrooms used for medicinal purposes typically grow on hardwood tree trunks in Northern forests. Traditional Chinese Medicine refers to this medicinal mushroom as Hou Tou Gu and uses it to treat digestive, energy and water regulation imbalances as well as stress-related sleeplessness and occasional insomnia.