History of Psilocybin Tea
The use of psilocybin-containing mushrooms for their psychoactive effects can be traced back thousands of years, with indigenous cultures in Mesoamerica, such as the Aztecs and the Maya, incorporating them into their religious ceremonies and healing practices. These ancient rituals were believed to involve the consumption of psilocybin tea form.
Preparation of Consumption
The preparation of psilocybin is an easy process that appeals to those who find raw mushrooms unpleasant in taste or texture. Here’s the basic recipe:
Ingredients:
Dried psilocybin (usually between 1-2 grams for a milder experience)
Water
You can choose a teabag of your choice
Lemon (optional for enhanced effects).
Instructions:
Grinder the dried mushrooms to a powder.
Boil the water, then let it cool a little so it’s just under boiling.
Add the tea bag and mushroom powder to the hot water.
Allow the mixture steep for 10 to 15 minutes.
Remove the teabag (if used), then strain the tea in order to remove any mushroom residue. You can also add some lemon juice, if desired.
Enjoy your psilocybin a tea slowly. Take it in over a period of 20-30 min.
The tea form of psilocybin is thought to have a more gradual onset and less nausea. This is a common side-effect of eating raw mushroom.
The Psychedelic Experience
Psilocybin’s effects usually begin between 30 minutes and an hour after drinking it. Users report experiencing a wide range of effects, such as altered perceptions, increased self-reflection, increased creativity, and even mystical or spiritual insights. The experience lasts anywhere between 4 and 6 hours, depending upon the dose taken and the individual’s sensitivity.
Therapeutic Potential
Recent research has revealed that the use of psilocybin in a therapeutic environment may be beneficial in treating mental health conditions like depression, anxiety and addiction. Psilocybin’s ability to induce profound mystical experiences is associated with therapeutic breakthroughs, and long-term positive change in mindset and behaviour.