In the face of the growing enthusiasm for well-being and the search for natural alternatives, more and more consumers are questioning their morning ritual. Should they continue to enjoy traditional coffee, or turn to an innovative alternative like mushroom-based coffee? At French Mush, we are closely observing this trend and we want to help you better understand the differences between these two drinks. We know that classic coffee is appealing for its aroma and well-known stimulating effect. However, mushroom coffee, enriched with medicinal mushrooms such as Reishi, Chaga, or Lion’s mane, for example, promises a potentially beneficial experience for vitality. To this end, we offer you an objective comparison to allow you to choose the drink best suited to your needs and lifestyle.
Traditional coffee and mushroom coffee: what do you need to know?
At French Mush, we recognize the special place that traditional coffee holds, appreciated in the form of roasted beans to grind or ground coffee, ready to use. Its preparation is a true ritual for many people. It includes various methods such as:
● filter coffee maker,
● French press,
● Italian coffee maker (moka) or even
● espresso or the’americano.
Each of them aims to extract the best aromas by infusing in hot water.
On our side, at French Mush, we invite you to discover the particularities of coffee enriched with medicinal mushrooms. Rather than handling dried mushrooms to grind yourself, we make the experience easier with our organic medicinal mushroom extracts in powder form. You will find, for example, our Lion’s Mane powder, our Chaga mushroom or even our Shiitake from Finland, for example.
The preparation is simple: you just need to add about 1 gram of one of our French Mush mushroom powders to your freshly prepared traditional coffee. You can also incorporate our Boisson Boost (our coffee alternative) into your daily routine. To do this, simply add 2 teaspoons of Boisson Boost powder to hot water or plant-based milk, at a rate of 2 to 3 cups per day.
This drink (made with Lion's Mane and Cordyceps) is ideal in the morning or during the day, in a latte, a smoothie, or a wellness ritual. It allows you to combine the pleasure of your usual hot drink with the benefits of medicinal mushrooms with the guarantee of French Mush quality.
What are the differences between traditional coffee and mushroom alternatives?
The difference between traditional coffee and mushroom coffee is not limited to composition but touches the entire sensory experience and lifestyle. In reality, classic coffee attracts with its intense aromas, its familiar bitterness, and the diversity of its roasts. As for our mushroom-based coffee, it offers a smoother taste of hazelnut and chicory, naturally comforting and easy to integrate into your routine. It also appeals to many consumers looking for new experiences.
In terms of effects, traditional coffee generally provides a quick energy boost, followed by a crash. However, with a coffee enriched with medicinal mushrooms, you benefit from a gentler and more lasting stimulation, without a crash effect. This is ideal for those sensitive to stress or anyone who wishes to enhance their concentration throughout the day.
In terms of health, coffee can sometimes cause digestive discomfort, increase stress, or disrupt sleep. On the contrary, mushroom-based coffee alternatives have adaptogenic properties. Thanks to the active ingredients contained in mushrooms, mushroom coffees help you strengthen your immunity and promote the overall balance of the body.
While coffee remains an accessible, economical, and omnipresent beverage, mushroom-based alternatives are now available and appeal with their quality and originality. And precisely, at French Mush, we make it a point to offer products from organic and responsible farming. Mushroom cultivation requires fewer resources and is part of a more sustainable approach, thus meeting the growing demand for more ethical and environmentally friendly consumption.
The Boost Drink: our alternative at French Mush to traditional coffee
At French Mush, we have developed the Boost Drink, an innovative alternative to traditional coffee, designed for those who wish to enjoy stable and lasting energy without the drawbacks of classic coffee. 100% plant-based, sugar-free, gluten-free, and additive-free, Boost adapts to all dietary regimes, whether you are vegan or not.
In reality, this drink combines two exceptional medicinal mushrooms: Lion’s Mane and Cordyceps. It should be noted that Lion’s Mane is recognized for its potential to support memory and concentration. As for the mushroom Cordyceps, it is highly appreciated for its effect on natural endurance and cellular energy. Thanks to our ultrasonic extraction process and the standardization of extracts, each cup of Boost offers you a bioavailability of 92%.
Unlike coffee, Boost stimulates without causing nervousness or crashes, while being gentle on the digestive system and respectful of sleep. From the first days, you will feel a more stable energy and better digestion, without acidity or agitation. After a week, mental clarity and concentration seem more consistent. By regulating cortisol and avoiding energy spikes, our Boost drink also contributes to deeper sleep. Easy to prepare, just dissolve two teaspoons in hot water (less than 70 degrees) or plant-based milk, to enjoy a drink with a mild hazelnut and chicory flavor. Little secret: it is very comforting and easy to integrate into all wellness rituals.
However, for those who wish to create their own mushroom coffee, we also offer our organic and vegan extracts in capsules or powder. You can incorporate them as you wish into your coffees, drinks, or recipes. At French Mush, we guarantee the quality, traceability, and purity of our mushrooms, for a healthy, natural experience tailored to your lifestyle.
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What to think of so-called "mushroom" coffees?
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The Truth About Mushroom Coffee: Benefits vs. Hype
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