Many psychonauts love ingesting psychedelic mushrooms as they are, but not everyone finds their taste or texture appealing. Mushroom tea emerges as a popular alternative, offering a pleasant and effective way to consume psilocybin while also aiding in digestion. There are various strategies to master the art of brewing shroom tea right in your own kitchen. This guide is designed to help you find your favorite method to enjoy it repeatedly.
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Key Takeaways:
- Brewing tea allows for rapid absorption, enhanced taste, and reduced nausea.
- Use hot but not boiling water to prevent damaging the active ingredient.
- Adding Lion’s Mane and Reishi mushrooms may enhance the antidepressant and anxiety-reducing effects of Psilocybe, thereby improving mood and mental clarity.
Understanding the Nature of Psilocybin Mushrooms
Commonly known as shrooms or magic mushrooms, Psilocybin mushrooms are a type of fungi that contain the mind-altering compound psilocybin. This naturally occurring hallucinogen can be found in several species and is responsible for altering perception, thought, and mood.
The most widespread species is Psilocybe cubensis, which is available in a variety of strains. Each strain carries different active components, so choosing the best one depends on your experience level.
Why Opt for a Psilocybin Tea Experience?
This consumption method provides a unique and convenient avenue to experience psychedelic effects. It’s favored by many for several reasons:
- Rapid Absorption: Compounds in liquid form are absorbed more quickly.
- Reduced Nausea: It’s gentler on the stomach than eating raw or dried mushrooms.
- Better Taste: The tea helps mask the earthy flavor.
- Simple Preparation: It’s straightforward and easy to prepare.
Getting Ready to Make a Warm Psilocybin Beverage
First and foremost, it’s important to know that you don’t need to be a brewing expert to make tea with these types of mushrooms. The goal isn’t to create the perfect drink, but rather to create something that’s easy to ingest and enjoyable to the taste, thereby ensuring a pleasant experience without any digestive issues.
Required Tools and Ingredients
- A coffee filter or sieve
- A saucepan, pot, or kettle
- A clean grinder
- A teapot (optional)
- A strainer or cheesecloth
- 3.5 grams of your preferred mushrooms
- 2-3 decaffeinated tea bags and/or herbal teas (caffeine can interfere with your experience)
- Extra flavorings such as honey, herbs, etc.
- 2 cups of water
- Maple syrup (for sweetening)
Suggested Dosage
| Dosage | Amount | Duration | User’s Level of Experience |
| Low | 0.5g to 1g | 1-4 hours | Newcomers and microdosers |
| Medium | 1.5g to 3g | 1-4 hours | Intermediate to advanced users |
| High | 3g and above | 2-6 hours | Seasoned users |
Detailed Recipe
Grinding or Chopping
Slice your chosen mushrooms with a knife or break them down into small pieces. By grinding or chopping, you increase their surface area, making the process more effective. Breaking it down into smaller pieces or a fine powder allows the water to dissolve the active compounds more effectively. This approach also ensures a faster and more even steeping.
Preparing the Water
Fill your pot or kettle with water and heat it until it boils. Once
Once the water begins to boil, take it off the heat and let it cool for a few minutes until it stops boiling. Ensure the water is no longer boiling before adding it to the powdered or chopped Psilocybe. This method helps to reduce the breakdown of the delicate compounds, preserving their strength and quality.
Infusion
Allow the hot water to mix with the substance for a prolonged period. This step is essential to extract the active compounds to their fullest. It helps breakdown the substance, making it easier to digest compared to eating it raw. During this time, you can also infuse a tea bag if you prefer.
Filtering
Post infusion, filter the concoction using a coffee filter or a cheesecloth. This process removes the solid particles, resulting in a smoother, more pleasing drink. Apart from enhancing the texture, filtering ensures that only the liquid enriched with active compounds is consumed. It also avoids potential gastrointestinal discomfort from consuming coarse solids.
Incorporating Flavours (Optional)
If desired, you can add flavourings such as sweeteners or lemon to improve the taste, since the natural flavour of Psilocybe can be strong and off-putting for some. Ingredients like lemon juice can aid in converting psilocybin into psilocin, its more active form, potentially enhancing absorption and overall effects.
Mushroom Elixir
The procedure described above is a basic technique for making a hot beverage. For a more indulgent experience, consider preparing an elixir with additional herbs. This recipe builds on the basic method by using a powerful herbal decoction instead of plain hot water. Recommended herbs include ginger (to alleviate stomach discomfort and nausea), medicinal mushrooms (like chaga or reishi), and adaptogens (such as ginseng or ashwagandha).
Follow this step-by-step guide:
- Fill a pot with water and put it on the stove.
- Add your chosen tonic or adaptogenic herbs to the pot. Options can include reishi, ginger, ginseng, ashwagandha, or chaga.
- Let it simmer for 20–30 minutes to brew a herbal decoction.
- Filter the decoction and allow it to cool slightly.
| Variety | Effect | User Level |
| Blue Meanies | Generates a state of euphoria and self-reflection | Beginners |
| Golden Teacher | Provokes a spiritual or shamanistic experience | Beginners |
| Penis Envy Cubensis | Enhances wellness and fosters spiritual bonds | Experienced Users |
| Alacabenzi | Initiates physical and spatial voyages | Beginners |
| Amazonian | Delivers a mystical high that improves mental clarity | Beginners |
Lack the time to prepare a hot drink? Check out our assortment of ready-made beverages.
| Product | Concentration | Quantity | Price |
| Euphoria Psychedelics – Strawberry Lemonade | 3000mg | 1 | $54.00 |
| Euphoria Psychedelics – Green Tea | 1000mg | 4 | $44.00 |
| Bright Future – Nootropic Matcha – Matcha Magic | 100mg | 10 | $63.00 |
| Euphoria Psychedelics – Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa Sips | 1000mg | 1 | $44.00 |
| Magic Beans – Visionary Blend | 500mg | 10 | $10.00 |
An Adventure Without Stomach Discomfort
Mushroom teas provide an enjoyable way to experience the effects of psilocybin. The brewing process is simple, resembling the preparation of regular
Teas are a great choice for a faster onset of effects and to avoid any stomach discomfort. For the best experience, you can choose a suitable strain from Organic Shroom Canada or try our ready-made drinks.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do hot beverages stay fresh?
To retain the best quality, treat it like a store-bought drink. Once you’ve prepared it, keep it in the fridge and aim to finish it within one to two weeks of brewing.
Although dry versions can last for several months if stored properly, their liquid counterparts have a significantly shorter shelf life.
What are other potent ways to consume Psilocybe cubensis?
Lemon tek is another method that involves grinding or finely chopping the Psilocybe and soaking it in lemon juice for around 20-30 minutes. The citric acid in the lemon aids in breaking down the active ingredient, making it easier for your body to absorb.
Should I throw away the powder after straining?
While many people opt to throw away the powder, there are other options. You can consume the remaining powder or save it in your freezer for later use.
