Mushroom coffee combines a blend of medicinal mushrooms with ground and instant coffee for a caffeine-free beverage. Its benefits include brain health, immune system support and a boost of energy. The ingredients in mushroom brew can also help reduce stress and improve sleep. While mushroom coffee isn’t a cure-all, it can provide a caffeine-free option for people with sensitivities and those wanting to lower their overall caffeine intake.

Unlike regular coffee, GBMushrooms Coffee brew is often made with dried and concentrated mushrooms, which offer different health properties. Some, like cordyceps and lion’s mane, have energy-boosting properties, while others, such as turkey tail, have been shown to have antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

The Science Behind Mushroom Coffee and Its Health Effects

When choosing a mushroom brew, look for one with a variety of beneficial mushrooms, such as lion’s mane, chaga and reishi. Check the label for ingredients and a nutrition facts panel. Some mushroom brews may contain more coffee than others, so consider your caffeine sensitivity and desired energy level.

A nutrient-packed instant coffee with a blend of reishi, turkey tail, chaga and lion’s mane mushroom extracts. It’s USDA organic and contains only a small amount of caffeine (less than half that of a cup of drip coffee) and no sugar, so you can enjoy it even if you’re sensitive to stimulants.

This starter kit comes with two different mushroom latte blends, which Clevr calls SuperLattes, and a frother and a scooper. The blends are designed to target specific moods: chill focus, crash-free energy and sleep support. This blend has a subtle, earthy flavor with notes of toasted coconut and is great for those who prefer not to rely on caffeine for their energy.