A gentler way to experience psilocybin
For those looking for a smoother and more digestible way to enjoy magic truffles, brewing them into tea is a fantastic option. Not only does this method help reduce nausea, but it also allows for a faster onset of effects compared to eating raw truffles.
Drinking magic truffle tea offers a cleaner, more controlled psychedelic experience, making it a popular choice among both beginners and experienced psychonauts. By following a few simple steps, you can easily prepare your own magic truffle tea at home while preserving the potency of psilocybin, the active compound responsible for its effects.
But how exactly do you make it? And why might this method be preferable over consuming raw truffles or magic mushrooms (also known as shrooms)? Let’s dive in.
Why choose magic truffle tea over eating them raw?
While consuming magic truffles in their raw form is the most common method, it’s not always the most pleasant. The taste and texture can be challenging for some, and the presence of chitin in the fungal structure can cause stomach discomfort or nausea.
By brewing magic truffles into a tea, you extract the psilocybin into a liquid form without consuming the indigestible parts of the truffle. This results in a gentler onset, less nausea, and a smoother overall experience.
Another key advantage of making tea is that it allows for customization. You can add ginger, honey, or herbal teas to improve the flavor and further reduce nausea, making the experience more enjoyable.
How to make magic truffle tea
Making magic truffle tea is simple, but there are a few crucial steps to ensure you extract the psilocybin properly without degrading its potency.
Step 1: Gather your ingredients
- Fresh magic truffles (Recommended dose: 5 to 15 grams, depending on experience level)
- 1 cup of hot water (not boiling, around 70-80°C / 158-176°F)
- A tea strainer or fine mesh sieve
- Lemon juice (optional, to enhance extraction)
- Ginger or honey (optional, to improve taste and reduce nausea)
Step 2: Prepare the truffles
Start by finely chopping your magic truffles or grinding them into small pieces using a pestle and mortar. The finer the truffles, the better the extraction process will be.
Some users prefer to soak the truffles in lemon juice for 10-15 minutes before brewing. This process, sometimes called lemon tekking, is believed to accelerate psilocybin conversion into psilocin, potentially leading to a stronger and faster onset of effects.
Step 3: Brew the tea
- Heat your water until it’s hot but not boiling. Boiling water can degrade psilocybin, reducing its effectiveness.
- Add the chopped magic truffles to the hot water and let them steep for 10-15 minutes, occasionally stirring.
- If using ginger or herbal tea, add it now to infuse additional flavor and benefits.
- Strain the tea using a fine mesh sieve or a tea strainer to remove solid truffle pieces.
Step 4: Enjoy your tea
Once your magic truffle tea is ready, you can sip it slowly. Effects usually start within 20-40 minutes, slightly faster than eating raw truffles due to the quicker absorption of psilocybin in liquid form.
If you prefer a stronger trip, you can reuse the strained truffle pieces for a second brew, extracting any remaining psilocybin.
How does truffle tea compare to magic mushrooms?
While magic mushrooms and magic truffles both contain psilocybin, their physical structure and potency per gram differ slightly. Magic mushrooms, or shrooms, often have a higher concentration of psilocybin by weight, but truffles are generally milder and more manageable, making them a great option for those who want a gentler psychedelic experience.
Brewing tea is common among both mushroom and truffle users, but there is one key advantage with truffles—they are legal in some places where shrooms are not. This makes magic truffle tea a practical and accessible alternative for those interested in exploring psychedelics in a safe and controlled manner.
The benefits of drinking magic truffle tea
Beyond the improved taste and reduced nausea, drinking truffle tea has several advantages:
- Faster onset: Effects begin within 20-40 minutes instead of 45-60 minutes when consuming raw truffles.
- Easier digestion: Reduces stomach discomfort caused by the chitin in fungi.
- Customizable effects: Lemon juice can intensify the trip, while adding honey or herbal teas can create a calming effect.
- Smoother comedown: Many users report a gentler return to baseline, making the aftereffects more pleasant.
A mindful approach to magic truffle tea
While making magic truffle tea is easy, the set and setting of your trip are just as important. Drinking the tea in a comfortable and peaceful environment will enhance the experience, whether you’re using it for introspection, creativity, or relaxation.
As research into psilocybin’s therapeutic potential expands, more people are exploring its effects for mental well-being, emotional resilience, and personal growth. Recent studies suggest that psilocybin may enhance neuroplasticity, making it a fascinating area of exploration for those interested in cognitive enhancement and mental health.
By preparing your magic truffle tea with care, you can ensure a pleasant, insightful, and enjoyable experience—one that is both natural and deeply transformative.