For coffee lovers who want to get a boost of energy without the usual side effects, cold brew mushroom coffee is one option. Made with a blend of organic dark-roast coffee and extracts from medicinal mushrooms, this beverage is also free from added sugar. It’s available in a variety of flavors and a few different sizes of ready-to-drink bottles, with brands like Four Sigmatic offering several varieties of medicinal mushroom and coffee combinations.

Cold Brew Mushroom Coffee: A Refreshing Twist

A cup of mushroom coffee contains about half as much caffeine as a regular cup of black coffee, which can be helpful for anyone who wants the energy of coffee without the typical side effects, such as heart palpitations, anxiety and headaches. But since it still contains caffeine, anyone who is sensitive to it should take caution and avoid it. Pregnant or lactating women and children, as well as those with underlying heart issues, should also steer clear of it.

Mushroom coffee purveyors often boast about the health benefits of their product, but it’s worth taking all of those claims with a grain of salt. There’s not a lot of evidence to support most of them. However, it is known that some mushrooms offer potential benefits for cancer prevention (Lion’s Mane), preventing blood clots and protecting the heart (Chaga), and reducing inflammation in the body (Reishi).