Mushroom tea may be best known for its mind-altering properties, but it can also be enjoyed to take advantage of medicinal varieties of fungus. As opposed to eating mushrooms directly which may result in uncomfortable side effects such as cramped stomachs, mushroom tea delivers the psilocybin directly into your digestive system for quick and even absorption.

Making mushroom tea can take many different forms, with recipes depending on its specific species of fungus, its potency and flavor profile. Here are some basic guidelines for creating your own cup:

For optimal results, select high-grade dried mushrooms from online suppliers. When possible, grind the mushrooms into powder form for maximum effect – either using a coffee grinder or by hand with pestle and mortar – so as to achieve maximum efficiency. Once ground, the mushrooms can be combined with other ingredients like herbs and spices to produce delicious mushroom drinks.

Mushroom tea can be made with green, oolong, black, white or other herbal infusions to create your own personalized blend. By adding spices like cinnamon, ginger, honey or chamomile such as the usual suspects will help mask any earthy flavors associated with certain species of mushrooms and add an additional dimension of taste and scent.

Once you’ve selected your ingredients, heat water until it just reaches boiling; being careful not to overheat will preserve the psilocybin content in mushrooms. Pour hot water over chopped mushrooms and allow them to steep for several minutes before pouring out and discarding the used water.

Some mushroom teas can be enjoyed straight, but most experts advise adding some sweetener for optimal consumption. A bit of sugar also dilutes its potency so you can take smaller doses to achieve more subtle effects.

If you prefer convenience over DIY mushroom tea brewing, pre-packaged options can be easily found online that can be quickly prepared. Microdosers tend to prefer these as they provide greater precision over spore-based methods of consumption.

Make this warm, comforting lion’s mane mushroom tea recipe at home to boost both your mood and cognitive function. Brewing at home using Bravo Tea lion’s mane mushroom tea is simple – simply steep the tea bag for 3-4 minutes in 8-10 ounces of hot water before enjoying. For an added splash, consider using a handheld frother to add a foamy top layer! Relax! Enjoy!