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How to Brew Mushroom Tea
Mushroom tea, made of an aromatic mixture of psilocybin-rich mushrooms, can serve both spiritually and psychologically – whether you’re an experienced psychonaut looking for greater levels of awareness, or curious about this powerful potion – as a spiritual aid or way to experience altered states. Our guide is here to help you brew yourself some real magic.
To make mushroom tea, chop or grind your mushrooms into chunks before combining with boiling water for 10-15 minutes before straining and drinking. Making your own tea allows you to control exactly how much mushroom goes into each cup – giving you greater control of effects and duration than some other methods of dosing.
Health benefits associated with mushrooms have been associated with psilocybin and other components, such as antioxidants present in mushrooms themselves, to include improving mood, reducing anxiety and blood pressure reduction, as well as combatting free radical damage and prolonging lifespan.
At its core, this tea is simple to prepare and can be enjoyed anytime during the day or night as a warm beverage. Sweeten it up by adding honey or stevia for extra sweetness, or boost its health benefits further with ingredients like turmeric and ginger (both known for their anti-inflammatory properties).
Mushroom tea offers more than just psychoactive effects; it can also have a calming influence on both body and mind by helping regulate sleep cycles and increasing energy levels. An excellent source of vitamin B, mushroom tea is believed to improve memory retention, boost concentration levels and raise overall energy levels.
If you’re feeling adventurous, explore different varieties of mushrooms to determine your favorites in terms of taste and experience. Or mix different species together for unique mushroom tea blends – Reishi and Cordyceps blends are often chosen to provide sustained energy and provide a sense of calm while giving an energy boost in the morning.
Research suggests that one gram of mushrooms should provide mild effects without intense visualizations. Dosage recommendations vary based on the type of mushroom being used, your experience level and how much tea is being consumed overall. No matter which method you select to brew tea, it is always advised that you begin slowly and increase the intensity as your tolerance grows. Care must also be taken when mixing various types of mushrooms together, as each may contain differing concentrations of psilocybin and other active compounds that could lead to overdose or create too many trips in too short a period of time. It’s wise to follow any dosing guides recommended with your products in order to avoid having too many trips in quick succession and overdosing on psilocybin.