Mornings can be hectic as we rush out the door for work or school. To give ourselves that boost of energy and make it through our day, many of us turn to coffee in the morning. What if your cup could come packed with the benefits of an ancient mushroom revered across multiple cultures?

Mushroom coffee has the potential to deliver a more balanced energy boost than regular coffee by providing additional antioxidants from functional mushrooms. Plus, its delectable taste resembles your favourite beverage while helping you relax during stressful moments or prepare for restful night’s rest.

There are various ways mushrooms can fit into your daily life, but the easiest and best way is in hot drinks. Due to their slightly bitter mushroom taste, many prefer masking it with other ingredients; thus making reishi mushrooms an excellent addition for coffee drinks.

For this drink, you will need a kettle or pot of boiling-temperature water, a pour-over coffee brewing method with ground coffee beans and reishi mushroom powder (or extract). Be sure to let the water cool slightly for at least 30 seconds after reaching boiling before adding your reishi – this will prevent high temperatures from damaging its nutrients.

When shopping for reishi mushroom powder, look for one with an optimal blend of fruit body and mycelial biomass to ensure you receive all its benefits. Furthermore, opt for organic products as this ensures no chemicals were used during cultivation.