How Much Caffeine Is in Mushroom Coffee? What Does It Taste Like?

Tune in, coffee lovers: Mushroom coffee just might be shaking up your café routine! While there’s nothing wrong with a regular cup of joe, mushroom coffee offers a lower-caffeine alternative with an added nutritional boost. If you’ve seen the hype and are curious about the benefits, we’ve got you covered.

How much caffeine is in mushroom coffee?

Most mushroom coffees have less caffeine than traditional coffee, perfect for sipping multiple cups without the jitters.

What does mushroom coffee taste like?

Surprisingly, mushroom coffee tastes more like regular coffee than expected, maybe a little earthier.

What's in mushroom coffee?

Some blends combine mushrooms with coffee and extras like ashwagandha, l-theanine, MCT oil and/or collagen for a well-rounded wellness profile.

What are the pros of drinking mushroom coffee?

• Nutrient support: Mushrooms like cordyceps, reishi, turkey tail, shiitake, lion’s mane and king trumpet have been shown to support energy, stress management, digestion, immune health and more.

• No need to ditch your usual cup: Mushroom coffee is simply an alternative, or an add-on, for those who want to explore new beverages.

How do you make mushroom coffee?

For the brands below, most require a scoop or tablespoon of the coffee, and then add hot water.

3 tried-and-true mushroom coffee brands

RYZE Mushroom Coffee

Nutrition Facts (per 1 tablespoon): 15 calories, less than 1 gram carbohydrate, 0 protein

Caffeine: About 48 milligrams (less than half the amount in a regular cup of coffee)

Ingredients include organic mushroom blend (cordyceps, rishi, king trumpet, shiitake, turkey tail, lion’s mane), organic instant Arabica coffee, organic MCT oil, organic coconut milk

Why we like it:

• Simple formula focusing on a diverse mushroom blend plus coffee and MCT.

• Great for those seeking a straightforward, functional mushroom-coffee combo.

Everyday DOSE (Coffe, mushrooms, collagen and nootropics, which are cognitive-enhancing supplements)

Nutrition Facts (per 1 tablespoon): 25 calories, 1 gram carbohydrate, 4 grams protein (from collagen)

Caffeine: About 45 milligrams

Ingredients include bovine hydrolyzed collagen powder, coffee bean extract, L-theanine, organic chaga, organic lion’s mane

Why we like it:

• Collagen adds 4 gram of protein per serving, potentially supporting skin, hair, and joint health.

• L-theanine can help promote a calm focus.

CUPPA Healthy Coffee

Nutrition Facts (per 1 scoop): 15 calories, 2 grams carbohydrate, 1 gram fiber, 1 gram protein

Caffeine: Approximately 70 milligarms

Ingredients include 100% Arabica coffee, medium chain triglycerides (MCT), organic KSM-66 ashwagandha root, lion’s mane extract, cordyceps extract, L-theanine

Why we like it:

• Includes ashwagandha (traditionally used for stress support) and L-theanine (for calm focus).

• Combines coffee with adaptogens and mushrooms for a holistic approach to energy and wellness.

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About the author of this blog: Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD is a registered dietitian and nutrition journalist in New Orleans, and founder of the Ochsner Eat Fit nonprofit restaurant initiative. Tune in to her podcast, FUELED | Wellness + Nutrition, and follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and X at @MollyKimballRD. See more of Molly’s articles and TV segments at mollykimball.com, and download the Eat Fit mobile app to stay in the know about Eat Fit partners, new dishes, festivals and more.