What does mushroom coffee taste like?

Since most mushroom coffee blends are a mix of coffee grounds and mushroom extracts, the taste golden bloom mushrooms coffee closely resembles your typical cup of coffee. Some people pick up on earthy, bitter undertones from mushrooms (some types are more earthy than others).

Does mushroom coffee have caffeine?
Mushroom coffee does contain caffeine, but the presence of mushroom powder can reduce the caffeine content by as much as half compared to regular coffee. Mushrooms alone don’t have caffeine, thus the caffeine content depends entirely on the ratio of coffee grounds to mushroom extracts – meaning the more mushrooms used, the lower the caffeine.
Some mushroom coffee mixes on the market contain 50 mg of caffeine compared to 95 mg for a cup of coffee. Caffeine is a stimulant, so mushroom coffee has less of an effect on the body.

Mushroom coffee benefits
Whether as a way to lower caffeine consumption or boost energy levels, mushroom coffee has become a compelling choice for coffee drinkers. Here are a few of the potential benefits:

Adaptogens: Adaptogens, which are plants or herbs, are intended to enhance your body’s capacity to manage your overall well-being, including stress, anxiety and fatigue. Put simply, adaptogens aid your body in “adapting” to external stressors that can affect how your body operates. For example, cordyceps mushrooms have a calming effect and reishi mushrooms can improve adrenal gland function to manage stress.

Stress regulation: There is some research that suggests mushrooms can influence cortisol levels (a steroid hormone that serves as the body’s main stress hormone) and help the body manage stress more effectively.

Less caffeine: Caffeine makes some people feel jittery, dehydrated or restless. Since mushroom coffee has less caffeine, it’s a more attractive option for people who want their morning cup of coffee without as many side effects.

Antioxidant benefits: Mushrooms contain polysaccharides, ergothioneine, glutathione, phenolic compounds, indole compounds, carotenoids, tocopherols and flavonoids, all of which have antioxidant properties. Antioxidants are molecules that neutralize free radicals to protect the body against potential damage.

Anti-inflammatory benefits: Mushrooms are known to contain several anti-inflammatory properties, including beta-glucans, ergothioneine and plant compounds called polyphenols. In general, anti-inflammatory agents are capable of reducing swelling or inflammation.

Sleep hygiene: A combination of less caffeine and possible stress-relieving capabilities from mushroom coffee may help you sleep better.