HOW TO MAKE MAGIC TRUFFLE TEA?

Truffle tea usually produces a faster and more intense onset compared to eating magic truffles directly. Because the active compounds are already dissolved in warm water, they are absorbed more quickly. In this complete guide, you’ll learn exactly how to make truffle tea, what dosage to use, what effects to expect, and what to consider for a safe experience.

Finely chop or crush your magic truffles, use hot but not boiling water (below 70°C / 158°F), let it steep for 20 minutes, strain and drink. Use the same dosage as you would when eating them.

What is truffle tea?

Truffle tea is an infusion of magic truffles (psilocybin-containing sclerotia) in hot water. The active compound psilocybin dissolves in water and is consumed through the tea.

Many users choose tea because:

• The taste is milder than chewing truffles directly
• The effects often start faster (20–40 minutes)
• Nausea may sometimes be reduced

Dosage for truffle tea

Use the same amount of truffles as you would normally consume by eating them. The tea does not increase the total amount of active compounds, but it can make the experience feel faster and more intense.

How do you make psychedelic truffle tea?

1. Finely chop or crush the truffles. The finer they are, the better the active compounds are released.
2. Boil water and let it cool slightly so it is no longer boiling (below 70°C / 158°F).
3. Add the truffles to the hot water.
4. Let it steep for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally.
5. Strain the tea and press the pulp well.
6. Optionally add honey for taste.
7. Drink slowly.

Important: Do not use boiling water. Excessive heat can degrade psilocybin.

What does psilocybin do in truffle tea?

Psilocybin is the primary active compound in magic truffles. When you drink truffle tea, psilocybin is converted in the body into psilocin^[1]. This compound mainly affects the serotonin 5-HT2A receptors in the brain^[2], which are involved in perception, mood, and consciousness.

Psilocybin is converted into psilocin, and psilocin temporarily alters how different brain regions communicate with each other.

Why shouldn’t the water boil?

Psilocybin is sensitive to high temperatures. With prolonged exposure to temperatures above approximately 70°C (158°F), the compound can gradually degrade, potentially reducing its effectiveness.

For this reason, it is recommended to boil the water first and then allow it to cool briefly before adding the finely chopped truffles. Hot water is sufficient to extract the active compounds without unnecessary risk of degradation.

What does research say?

Scientific studies show that psilocybin is rapidly converted in the body into psilocin, which is responsible for the psychedelic effects. Research also indicates that the intensity of the experience depends on dosage, individual sensitivity, and the environment in which the substance is used.

Because psilocybin is water-soluble, tea is an effective method to extract the compound from truffles. The faster absorption through liquid consumption explains why truffle tea often has a quicker onset than eating truffles directly.

Effects of truffle tea

Compared to eating truffles:

• The onset is often faster
• The peak may feel more intense
• The total duration can sometimes be slightly shorter

The experience still depends on dosage, mindset (set), and environment (setting).

3 Recipes to improve the taste

1. Ginger magic truffle tea

1. Finely chop the truffles.
2. Add fresh ginger to the water.
3. Let both steep together for 20 minutes (not boiling).
4. Strain and optionally add lemon juice.

Ginger may help reduce mild nausea.

2. Lemon magic truffle tea (Lemon Tek style)

1. Finely chop the truffles.
2. Let them soak in fresh lemon juice for 10 minutes.
3. Then add hot (not boiling) water.
4. Let steep for another 20 minutes and strain.

Why can lemon accelerate the effects? Lemon juice contains high levels of citric acid and has a low pH, similar to stomach acid. Psilocybin is converted in the body into psilocin, the compound responsible for psychedelic effects. Soaking truffles in an acidic solution may partially prepare this conversion process.

The acid also helps break down the truffle material, allowing the active compounds to be released more quickly. Since psilocybin is water-soluble, this may make the compounds available for absorption more rapidly in the stomach and small intestine. This explains why some users report a faster onset and more intense peak.

In summary: the acid in lemon partially mimics the stomach environment and may help make the active compounds available for absorption more quickly.

3. Licorice root magic truffle tea

1. Finely chop the truffles.
2. Prepare a separate licorice root infusion.
3. Combine both once the water is no longer boiling.
4. Let steep for 20 minutes, stir and strain.

Safety and storage

• Always use in a trusted and safe environment.
• Do not combine with alcohol or other drugs.
• Freeze leftover tea if you want to use it later.
• Not suitable for individuals with psychological vulnerabilities.

Is truffle tea legal in the Netherlands?

In the Netherlands, psilocybin truffles (sclerotia) are legally available through licensed smartshops. This is because only magic mushrooms (the above-ground fruiting bodies) have been banned under the Opium Act since 2008. The underground truffles are not explicitly prohibited and may therefore be sold.

When you make tea from legal truffles, the legal status in principle does not change: you are processing a legal product for personal use. However, sale, export, or possession in other countries is often prohibited. Legislation regarding psychedelic substances varies significantly by country.

Important: use is permitted for adults only. Driving under the influence or combining with other substances is illegal and dangerous.

Always check the most up-to-date regulations if in doubt. Laws may change and differ depending on country and circumstances.

Frequently asked questions about truffle tea