Top Techniques for Preparing Mushroom Tea at Home

Psychedelic mushrooms are a favourite amongst many psychonauts, but their taste and texture can be off-putting for some. A popular alternative is mushroom tea, a comforting and efficient way to ingest psilocybin that also aids digestion. By mastering a few techniques, you can easily  brew your own shroom tea at home. This guide will help you find your favourite method so you can enjoy it repeatedly.

Key Takeaways:

• Brewing tea allows for quicker absorption, enhanced taste, and reduced nausea.
• Use hot but not boiling water to prevent damage to the active ingredient.
• Adding Lion’s Mane and Reishi mushrooms can enhance the antidepressant and anxiety-reducing effects of Psilocybe, thereby improving mood and mental clarity.

Understanding Psilocybin Mushrooms

Psilocybin mushrooms, also known as shrooms or magic mushrooms, are fungi that contain the psychoactive compound psilocybin. This hallucinogen naturally occurs in several species and causes changes in perception, cognition, and mood.

The most prevalent species is Psilocybe cubensis, which has numerous strains. Since each strain contains different active compounds, the best choice would vary based on your experience level.

Why Opt for Psilocybin Tea?

This consumption method offers a unique and convenient way to experience psychedelic effects. It is favoured by many for various reasons:

• Faster Absorption: Compounds are absorbed more quickly in liquid form.
• Reduced Nausea: It’s gentler on the stomach than eating raw or dried mushrooms.
• Better Taste: It helps mask the earthy flavour.
• Simple Preparation: It’s straightforward and easy.

Getting Ready to Make a Warm Psilocybin Drink

Let’s clarify first that creating a tea with this type of mushroom doesn’t require any special expertise. Your goal isn’t to brew a perfect drink, but to make something that’s easy to drink and pleasing to your taste buds, thus ensuring a delightful experience without any stomach discomfort.

Required Tools and Ingredients

• A coffee filter or a sieve
• A saucepan, a pot, or a 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 (to avoid caffeine interfering with your experience)
• Extra flavorings such as honey, herbs, etc. 
• 2 cups of water
• Maple syrup (for sweetening)

Suggested Dosage 

Step-by-Step Guide

Grinding or Chopping 

Use a knife to dice your chosen mushrooms or crush them into tiny pieces. The grinding or chopping increases their surface area, making the extraction process more efficient. Breaking it down into smaller pieces or a fine powder allows the water to dissolve the active compounds more effectively. This approach also ensures faster and even steeping.

Preparing the Water

Fill your pot or kettle with water and heat it until it boils. Once

When the water begins to boil, remove it from the heat and allow it to cool for a few minutes until it stops boiling. It’s important to ensure the water has stopped boiling before pouring it onto powdered or chopped Psilocybe. This practice helps minimize the breakdown of the delicate compounds, thus preserving their strength and quality.

Infusing

Allow the hot water to mingle with the substance over a prolonged period. This step is vital for maximizing the release of active compounds. It also facilitates the breakdown of the material, resulting in a product that’s easier on the stomach than when consumed in its raw state. You can also steep a tea bag during this phase, if desired.

Filtering

After infusion, strain the mixture using a coffee filter or cheesecloth. This step removes the solid particles, resulting in a smoother, more enjoyable liquid. Filtering not only enhances the texture but also ensures that only the liquid rich in active compounds is consumed. It helps to avoid potential digestive discomfort that could be caused by ingesting coarse solids.

Adding Flavorings (Optional)

If you prefer, you can add flavorings such as sweeteners or lemon to improve the taste, since the natural flavor of Psilocybe might be strong and unpleasant to some. Ingredients like lemon juice can help in converting psilocybin into its more active form, psilocin, thereby potentially enhancing absorption and the overall effects.

Mushroom Elixir

The procedure described above provides a straightforward method for preparing a warm beverage. For a more in-depth experience, consider creating an elixir incorporating additional herbs. This recipe builds upon the basic method by substituting the plain hot water with a potent herbal concoction. Recommended herbs include ginger (to alleviate stomach discomfort and nausea), medicinal mushrooms (like chaga or reishi), and adaptogens (such as ginseng or ashwagandha).

The following is a step-by-step guide:

1. Fill a pot with water and put it on the stove.
2. Add your chosen tonic or adaptogenic herbs to the pot. Options can consist of reishi, ginger, ginseng, ashwagandha, or chaga.
3. Let it simmer for 20–30 minutes to prepare a herbal concoction.
4. Filter the concoction and allow it to cool down slightly.

Variety	Effect	User Experience Level
Blue Meanies	Induces a state of euphoria and introspection	Beginners
Golden Teacher	Stimulates a spiritual or shamanic journey	Beginners
Penis Envy Cubensis	Fosters health and nurtures spiritual bonds	Experienced User
Alacabenzi	Provokes physical and spatial voyages	Beginners
Amazonian	Delivers a transcendent high that enhances mental clarity	Beginners

If you’re short on time to make a hot drink, check out our selection 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 Digestive Disturbances

Mushroom teas provide an enjoyable way to experience the effects of psilocybin. The brewing process is simple and similar to making regular teas can speed up the effects and reduce stomach discomfort. To make the most of your experience, choose a suitable strain from Sero Canada or try our ready-to-drink versions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do hot beverages stay fresh?

Treat it like any other beverage you would buy from the store. After preparation, keep it chilled and try to consume it within one to two weeks from the date it was brewed.

While dry versions can last for several months if stored properly, the liquid form tends to have a significantly shorter shelf life.

Are there other potent ways to consume Psilocybe cubensis?

Another method called Lemon tek involves grinding or finely chopping the Psilocybe and soaking it in lemon juice for about 20-30 minutes. The citric acid in the lemon breaks down the active component, making it easier for the body to absorb.

Do I need to throw away the powder after straining?

While it is common for people to discard the leftover powder, you have other options. You can consume the remaining powder or store it in your freezer for future use.