Tips for making delicious truffle tea

Truffle tea is a popular way to consume magic truffles or mushrooms without having to chew on the bitter raw pieces. Not only is it gentler on the stomach, it also tastes much better. In this blog, we share practical tips for making truffle tea in a safe and tasty way, so you can enjoy your experience to the fullest.

Eating magic truffles or magic mushrooms raw can be a pretty intense experience, not only because of the effects, but also because of the bitter taste and sometimes nauseating texture. By making truffle tea, you make the intake a lot more pleasant. The psilocybin dissolves easily in hot water, so the effects are preserved. Many people who are prone to nausea during a trip therefore consciously choose to make magic mushroom tea. In addition, this method of preparation makes it possible to add herbs that have a calming or flavour-softening effect, such as mint, ginger or chamomile.

Tips for a successful experience

• Drink the tea on an empty stomach for a faster effect.
• Make sure you are in a comfortable environment where you feel safe.
• Use a trip sitter if you have no experience with psychedelics.
• Start with a low dose, especially if you are making magic truffle tea for the first time.

What do you need to make magic mushroom or truffle tea?

You don't need any complicated tools to make magic truffle tea. Below is a simple list of what you need:

• A dose of magic truffles or dried mushrooms (depending on your experience and desired intensity, choose from the different types)
• 250–300 ml water
• A small pan or kettle
• A tea filter or strainer
• Lemon juice (optional)
• Honey, mint, ginger or chamomile (optional, purely for flavour)

Please note: always use an accurate kitchen scale to determine the correct dose. Beginners should start with a low dose. Not sure how many truffles you need? Calculate your recommended dose of magic truffles here.

Step-by-step guide to making truffle tea

Want to make your own truffle tea? Follow these simple steps for the best results:

Step 1

Cut or crumble the truffles or magic mushrooms into small pieces, so that more surface area comes into contact with the water and the psilocybin is better absorbed.

Step 2

Heat the water to about 80 degrees. Do not let it boil, because psilocybin can break down at temperatures above 100 degrees.

Step 3

Add a dash of lemon juice if desired. This creates the so-called “lemon tek” effect, which makes the effects kick in faster and sometimes more intensely.

Step 4

Put the truffles or mushrooms in a mug or teapot. Pour in the hot water and let it steep for 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 5

Stir occasionally. This helps to distribute the active ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Add honey, ginger or fresh mint to taste. This makes the tea much more pleasant to drink.

Step 7

Strain the tea before drinking. You can reuse the pieces for a second, milder cup of tea.

What can you expect?

When you make magic truffle tea, the effects will usually kick in a little faster than when eating the truffles. You may experience the first mild effects within 15 to 30 minutes. The peak is often between 1 and 2 hours after ingestion, depending on the dosage, your body weight and your experience with psychedelics. Because you ingest the active ingredients as a liquid, the strain on your digestive system is less. This makes truffle tea suitable for people who are sensitive to stomach problems or similar issues.

Truffle tea experience

"I had a really nice trip. I just laughed and thought deeply about the universe and life. I left the truffle pieces in the tea but hardly swallowed any of them. I had a heavy trip with lots of visuals, such as breathing objects, very bright colours, faces on trees, objects that weren't there, and I also experienced very profound thoughts, so from now on I'm going to make tea and remove the pieces."