An earthy mushroom tea can be the ultimate rejuvenator. Used both traditionally in Chinese medicine and Ayurvedic healing to promote longevity, mental clarity and balance; mushroom tea offers an appealing caffeine-free option that works just as effectively at relieving stress according to Web MD.

This mushroom tea recipe is simple and adaptable for various flavors and uses. Rehydrating mushrooms correctly ensures they retain their Umami flavors and chewy textures for the optimal experience.

Start by rinsing Shiitake mushrooms in cold water before pouring fresh water over them until they’re well rehydrated, adding something on top to keep the Shiitake from floating, and let them soak overnight in your refrigerator. Use the mushroom-rich water from this soak as mushroom broth or strain through a tea strainer and drink as a hot or iced beverage!

Enhance the flavor of your tea brew by adding herbs and spices like marjoram for an herbaceous kick, or vanilla for sweetness. Furthermore, you can try mixing different tea bags and combinations of green tea for a unique taste experience.

This recipe calls for Lion’s Mane mushrooms, but you can substitute with any type of medicinal mushroom you like. Lion’s Mane can be found at health food stores or online and makes an ideal addition as it offers multiple health benefits; an excellent source of Vitamin D and iron.

Add dried lion’s mane, shiitake mushrooms and other dried herbs to a green tea bag and allow it to steep. When finished, remove and strain through a tea strainer before sweetening with honey for optimal taste and serving in tall glasses for best results. Adding some foamed milk for extra creaminess adds another dimension!

This shiitake mushroom tea is an irresistibly refreshing beverage to be enjoyed at any time of day, providing multiple antioxidants to protect against free radical damage and boost natural immunity. Shiitake mushrooms contain vitamin B6 while black tea boasts manganese. Selenium also helps boost natural immunity.

Shiitake mushrooms date back to 199AD when natives in Kyushu gifted this prized woodland mushroom to Japan’s Emperor. Since then it has been utilized in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine to treat various conditions, including colds, flus, sinus issues, headaches, constipation allergies and liver disorders. An adaptogen such as Shiitake also works to balance our bodies response to stressors while simultaneously encouraging an overall sense of wellness in its users.