There are many mushroom supplements on the market, but functional mushroom tinctures are the easiest, most effective and most bioavailable way to enjoy the benefits of functional mushrooms.
Functional mushrooms contain a wide range of naturally occurring compounds that may support the body in different ways, including immune health, focus, energy, resilience, sleep and overall wellbeing. Many people also choose them as part of their routine to support productivity, mental clarity, stamina and balance throughout the day.
At Mogo Farm, over 50,000 customers have tried our mushroom tinctures and absolutely love how easy they are to use and how naturally they fit into daily life.
If you are new to mushroom tinctures, mushroom drops, or mushroom liquids, you may be wondering how much to take, when to take them and the best way to add them to your routine.
In this guide, we will cover exactly how to take mushroom tinctures, the best time to take each mushroom, how much to use each day and how to combine multiple tinctures for maximum benefit. If you would like a broader guide on all of the mushroom supplements available, you can also read our article on how to take mushroom supplements for best effectiveness.
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Why Mushroom Tinctures Are So Popular
How Much Mushroom Tincture Should You Take?
How To Use The Pipette Correctly
Best Ways To Take Mushroom Tinctures
When Is The Best Time To Take Mushroom Tinctures?
Can You Take More Than One Mushroom Tincture At The Same Time?
How To Take A Mushroom Tincture Bundle
Why Mushroom Tinctures Are So Popular
There are many medicinal mushroom supplements on the market, including powders, capsules, gummies, and mushroom coffee blenda. But mushroom tinctures stand out for a few key reasons.
- Fast & easy to take
- Highly concentrated
- Easy to absorb
- Convenient to add to drinks or food
- Ideal for combining multiple mushrooms
- Free from fillers and unnecessary additives
Because tinctures are in liquid form, they are simple to take on their own or add to your existing morning or evening routine.
You can explore our full range here: shop all mushroom tinctures.
How Much Mushroom Tincture Should You Take?
The recommended daily dose for all Mogo Farm mushroom tinctures is 2ml per day, per tincture.
Each tincture comes in a 100ml amber glass bottle, which means each bottle lasts a minimum of 50 days when taken at the recommended serving.
Every bottle includes a 1ml pipette with measurement markings in 0.25ml increments, making it easy to take the correct amount.
Quick dosage guide:
- Daily serving: 2ml per tincture
- Bottle size: 100ml
- How long it lasts: At least 50 days
- Pipette size: 1ml
- How to take 2ml: Fill to 1ml and repeat once
How To Use The Pipette Correctly
Each tincture comes with a marked glass pipette.
To take your daily serving:
- Shake the bottle well
- Quicky double squeeze the pipette bulb to draw up 1ml
- Take that serving
- Repeat once more to reach your full 2ml daily dose
Top tip: Always shake the bottle before each use to evenly distribute the natural mushroom compounds.
Best Ways To Take Mushroom Tinctures
One of the biggest benefits of mushroom tinctures is how versatile they are. You can take them in whichever way best suits your lifestyle.
1. Take your mushroom tincture under the tongue
Place your serving directly under the tongue and hold it there for around 30 seconds before swallowing. Many people choose this method because it is quick, easy and requires no preparation.
2. Add your mushroom tincture to coffee, tea, or water
You can add your tincture to:
- Coffee
- Tea
- Water
- Juice
- Smoothies
This is one of the most popular ways to take mushroom tinctures, especially if you are combining several together.
3. Add your mushroom tincture to food
You can also add your mushroom tincture to a meal or snack as part of your routine. This can be an easy option if you prefer taking supplements with food or want a simple way to include multiple tinctures throughout the day.
When Is The Best Time To Take Your Mushroom Tinctures?
The best time to take mushroom tinctures depends on which mushroom you are using and what you want it to support. Some mushroom tinctures are best taken in the morning, while others are better in the evening. Some can be taken at any time of day.
Best time to take 5 Mushroom Blend
Take 2ml in the morning or early afternoon
Our 5 Mushroom Blend is ideal for supporting productivity, all-day energy, vitality and everyday performance. Because of this, we recommend taking it early in the day, either with breakfast, after breaking your fast, or during your morning routine.
Best time to take Lion’s Mane tincture
Take 2ml in the morning or early afternoon
Lion’s Mane is one of the most popular mushroom tinctures for focus, mental clarity, memory, productivity and cognitive support. Taking Lion’s Mane earlier in the day is usually the best fit for most people.
Best time to take Cordyceps tincture
Take 2ml in the morning or early afternoon
Cordyceps is commonly taken to support energy, stamina, drive, performance and endurance. For this reason, we recommend taking Cordyceps as part of your morning routine or before the most demanding part of your day.
Best time to take Reishi tincture
Take 2ml in the evening or before bed
Reishi is often chosen to support relaxation, stress support, restful sleep, evening calm and nervous system balance. It is best taken later in the day or as part of your bedtime routine.
Best time to take Chaga tincture
Take 2ml at any time of day
Chaga is a flexible tincture that can be taken whenever suits your routine best. Many people choose Chaga as part of their daily wellness routine for immune support, overall wellbeing and everyday resilience.
Best time to take Birch Polypore tincture
Take 2ml at any time of day
Birch Polypore can be taken whenever works best for your day and can be easily added to drinks, meals, or taken directly. Many people chose this tincture for its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiviral and digestive support.
Best time to take Shiitake tincture
Take 2ml at any time of day
Shiitake is another flexible mushroom tincture that can be taken morning, afternoon, or evening. Shiitake is often used for healthy cholesterol levels as well as healthy skin & hair. Some research also indicated it may support collagen production.
Best time to take Maitake tincture
Take 2ml at any time of day
Maitake can be taken whenever it best fits your existing routine. This tincture is for anyone looking to improve their metabolic health, cholesterol, immunity and lower blood sugar levels.
Can You Take More Than One Mushroom Tincture At The Same Time?
Yes — you can absolutely take more than one mushroom tincture on the same day.
In fact, many people choose to combine multiple tinctures depending on their goals. Different mushrooms are known for supporting different areas, which is why stacking tinctures is so popular.
For example:
- Lion’s Mane for focus and clarity
- Cordyceps for energy and stamina
- Reishi for evening relaxation & sleep
- Chaga for daily immune support
- Other mushroom tinctures can easily be built into the same routine
If you are taking several tinctures together, adding them to a drink or smoothie is often the easiest option.
How To Take Our 6 Mushroom Tincture Bundle
Our 6 Mushroom Tincture Bundle is one of our best sellers and one of the most loved sets in our range. If you have recently bought the bundle - great choice! Here's how you can make the most of it.
You can take 2ml per tincture and it's absolutely fine to take multiple mushroom tinctures on the same day. Each mushroom has its own unique profile, so many customers enjoy combining them as they see fit during their morning and evening routines.
If you have the Turkey Tail free gift, you can include that too!
We generally recommend building up gradually, especially if you are new to mushroom tinctures or taking several together for the first time.
Recommended mushroom tincture bundle routine
Week 1
Morning: Lion’s Mane, Chaga, or Cordyceps
Evening: Reishi, Shiitake, or Maitake
Week 2
Morning: Lion’s Mane, Chaga, Cordyceps, Maitake
Another great way to use multiple tinctures is to choose two or three to take daily and rotate the others depending on what you feel you need most. That is one of the major benefits of tinctures: they are easy to personalise.
What Makes Mushroom Tinctures So Effective?
High quality mushroom tinctures are highly valued because they are made to capture the full spectrum of beneficial mushroom compounds in a concentrated liquid form.
At Mogo Farm, we use a dual extraction method, using both water and alcohol. This matters because different mushroom compounds are extracted in different ways.
Water extraction helps capture:
- Beta-glucans
- Polysaccharides
- Other water-soluble compounds
Alcohol extraction helps capture:
- Triterpenes
- Sterols
- Other alcohol-soluble compounds
Using both methods helps create a more complete and effective mushroom extract. You can learn more in our article Mushroom Tinctures: Why Dual Extraction Is The Gold Standard or read our full dual extraction process guide.
Why dual extract mushroom tinctures are considered the gold standard
A dual extract mushroom tincture is often considered the gold standard because it captures everything (all of the beneficial compounds) that make functional mushrooms so powerful. Rather than extracting only one category of compounds, dual extraction helps pull out the full spectrum, resulting in a stronger, more complete product.
Fruiting Body Vs Mycelium: Why It Matters
At Mogo Farm, we only use the fruiting body of the mushroom.
The fruiting body is the part of the mushroom most valued for its concentration of beneficial compounds. Some lower-quality mushroom supplements use mycelium grown on grain, which is often cheaper to produce and may contain more starch and less of the actual mushroom.
That is why fruiting body mushroom tinctures are often preferred by those looking for potency, purity, and quality.
Pure mushroom tinctures with no fillers
Our mushroom tinctures are made without:
- Fillers
- Additives
- Preservatives
- Flavourings
- Artificial ingredients
Just carefully extracted mushroom compounds in a clean, simple liquid formula.
Final Thoughts: How To Get The Best Results From Mushroom Tinctures
If you want to get the most from your mushroom tinctures, the most important thing is consistency.
Take 2ml daily, choose the time of day that best matches the mushroom, and build a routine that is easy to stick to.
Whether you take your tincture:
- Under the tongue
- In your morning coffee
- In tea or a smoothie
- As part of a morning and evening stack
The best results usually come from using them consistently as part of your daily routine.
If you are new to functional mushrooms, start simple, stay consistent and build from there.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take mushroom tinctures every day?
Yes, mushroom tinctures are designed to be taken daily as part of a consistent routine.
Can I mix mushroom tinctures together?
Yes, you can take multiple mushroom tinctures on the same day and many people combine them in drinks.
How long does a 100ml bottle last?
At the recommended serving of 2ml per day, each bottle lasts at least 50 days.
Should I take mushroom tinctures with food?
You can take them with or without food. Many people take them in drinks or with meals simply because it fits their routine.
What is the best time to take mushroom tinctures?
It depends on the mushroom. Lion’s Mane, Cordyceps, and 5 Mushroom Blend are generally best in the morning, while Reishi is best in the evening. Others can be taken at any time.
