Four SigmaticLion's Mane Elixir Mushroom Coffee Alternative | Organic Lion's Mane Mushroom Powder, Rhodiola & Rose Hips | Immune & Memory Support | Paleo | Pack of 20

I often feel like my brain is in spiderwebs and it's frustrating. When my brother told me about this product he heard of, I was skeptical but figured it was worth trying. I'm glad I did. The elixir made me feel more clear and more confident in my ability to use my brain well. I felt like I could 1. recall words faster without being tongue tied, and 2. had more energy and focus to get things done as opposed to putting off tasks. I've questioned whether or not it's a placebo effect but even if it is, it's worth it. After several days of taking this I didn't feel the effects as much. I wondered if stopping and starting again would change that. So, after the package supply ran out and due to (what I think is) the high cost, I tried another company's lower cost product in pill form and was disappointed. After two weeks of not taking this elixir but taking the pills, I started the elixir again today and immediately felt the same positive effects.During my first try with the elixir, I couldn't stand the taste and had to chug it without smelling it. I told myself it was for the greater good but it was not enjoyable. Although it is sweetened with stevia, it still grossed me out. This time, however, I don't love it but it's more tolerable - maybe because I know that I feel better. In my experience it's best to drink it with a small cup of hot water - like a tea- rather than adding honey or other beverages to it. Doing that seems to only worsen the taste of the beverage you like as opposed to improving the earthy taste of the elixir.Last, and totally not relevant to the effects of the elixir: I like the design on the packaging and I LOVE the way the individual packets feel. They're soft and make me feel like I'm going to consume something fancy.

A friend mailed me three packets of Lion's Mane with the directions to "drink in coffee every morning for three days," then get back to him with how I felt.DAY 1: I felt an extra jolt, something I couldn't quite put my finger on. My attention and focus seemed better, memory recall etc. It kind of felt like my brain was in the Matrix, I was able to catch anything that flew by me. It was amazing. I figured it was the placebo effect though.DAY 2: I didn't feel quite the same intensity of results, but felt good.DAY 3: I didn't feel quite anywhere near what I felt on day 1 and day 2, but I did notice that my mood had been consistently good for those three days, my mental energy was consistent from morning to night, and I was able to recall names, places, and facts without hesitation -- rarity for me. I ordered a box of my own.DAY 4: No Lion's Mane, no withdrawals, no feelings of grogginess, just felt completely normal.DAY 5: Still felt normal.DAY 6: Normal still.DAY 7: Got my box of Lion's Mane in the mail, gave some to my friends and asked them to tell me how they felt after 3 days of consistent use.Everybody loved the initial rush of Day 1, all said they felt focusing was better. Some have been asking me to give them more since then lol. Tastes like the back of a stamp with earthy tones, and somebody said it definitely has a mushroom flavor. It really inspired me to find natural mental boosters, so grabbed some Ginkgo Biloba tea at the local Asian grocery and now make a morning elixir with the Ginkgo and Lion's Mane. I much prefer drinking it in a tea, rather than my coffee (I love the taste of coffee as it's own elixir).The friend who sent me packets that started this whole thing uses Lion's Mane every day. He says he doesn't notice the effects anymore, but says that overall he feels great -- but he's a healthful dude overall.Who really knows?5 Stars though.

I've been using Four Sigmatic Lion's Mane Elixir Mushroom for years now! I cannot imagine my morning cacao or coffee without it. I definitely feel the shift in my focus & concentration if I forget to put it in my beverage in the morning. And I don't really notice the flavor when added to my beverage like I have when I've tried other brands. It's dissolves perfectly so no grittiness at all and no bitter aftertaste - this is what I notice with other brands of Lion's Mane I've tried. I LOVE & trust Four Sigmatic products!

I have tried two of them...The "Boost"Taste: This one tastes the best IMO. Plain or with mixer/sweetener it has an pleasant, mild earthy taste.Effect: Provides focus more than energy, not the punch of coffee or tea, because it's not a stimulant, and because its not, you don't experience a crash. I rather like the taste and effect.The "Calm"Taste: This one has an unpleasant aftertaste for me, with or without mixer/sweetener, so I tend to just mix it plain and slam it LOL.Effect: Not a super noticeable effect or feeling per se, but I definitely seem to have an easier time getting to sleep and seem to sleep a touch better, if I have it close to bed, which is why I deal with the taste. For taste alone I prefer the "Boost", but I wouldn't recommend that close to bed. I don't know that it would keep you up, but I couldn't see it improving the quality of your sleep either.

This is my go-to when I need to focus my mind or prepare for any tests. I work with numbers and when I need to do complex calculations or figure things out or take any tests, this is the drink for me. I just mix it in my coffee or tea and my mind is sharp and clear. I highly recommend it and it is a great value for the money.

I believe this is easier on my stomach than more conventional coffee. I do think it helps me focus but I do not feel over caffeinated.