Traditional Chaga Tea
Our Chaga Elixir contains a high-quality extract from the Chaga mushroom, which is about 10 times more concentrated than conventional Chaga powder. In Russia and Siberia, Chaga has been used as a panacea for thousands of years. Among other things, it was also part of sacred shamanic rituals among the Chantians and the indigenous Finnish peoples. They gave the Chaga its current name. In Finland, chaga was drunk as a coffee substitute during World War II, as it has a naturally invigorating and strengthening effect.
What is Chaga?
Chaga is one of the most powerful and antioxidant-rich medicinal mushrooms in the world. It grows on birch trees in the harsh north, from which it draws all of its valuable ingredients. There it grows out of the bark as a sclerotium.
What effects does chaga have?
Chaga has a strengthening and anti-inflammatory effect, especially on the gastrointestinal tract. However, since our gut health is closely connected to the rest of our body, chaga has a much broader effect. It is said that its healing effect in the intestines also ensures stronger, stronger hair and clear skin and protects against colds and infections. There are even some studies that indicate that chaga has anti-cancer properties. Chaga is the most antioxidant-rich food in the world, which is why it is naturally invigorating and can be used as a natural and caffeine-free alternative to coffee.
How is Chaga used?
In all cultures, Chaga was boiled as a tea or liquid tincture. This is because its valuable and anti-inflammatory ingredients such as beta-glucans and high levels of antioxidants can be harnessed in this way. Our Chaga Elixir has already been extracted twice and then gently dried. This saves you the long process of boiling, which takes several hours. Our elixir can be infused directly with hot water. It dissolves completely and unfolds its full effect.
How does chaga taste?
Our customers say it tastes mild and slightly earthy. The taste of Chaga is not really comparable to anything and has a very special unique touch. Chaga looks like coffee but is much milder and not a bit bitter. You can simply pour hot water on it, either drink it straight or prepare it like your favorite coffee specialty.
Where does our Chaga extract come from?
Our Chaga is wild harvested in Lapland, in the north of Finland. It grows there naturally on birch trees. Chaga can also be found in Siberia and everywhere where the climate is a bit harsher and there are extensive birch forests.
How hot should the water be?
Boiling water or a temperature of 90°C or more is ideal, then the forest coffee forms a nice creamy crown when poured over.
Can I also prepare the chaga cold?
Yes, but we recommend pouring hot water on it first so that it develops its full aroma and all the ingredients dissolve. You can then prepare it with ice cubes or cold milk to make an iced coffee. Try our Chaga Latte recipe.
Is there a dosage recommendation that I should not exceed?
Yes! Chaga is a potent and effective medicinal mushroom. We recommend drinking no more than one cup per day, prepared according to the dosage instructions on the packaging. Chaga contains high levels of antioxidants and oxalic acid, so even small amounts of our elixir are enough.
Is Chaga also suitable for breastfeeding or pregnant women?
No, we generally advise against it. Even chocolate should not be overdone during pregnancy, as it already contains high levels of antioxidants that could have a stimulating effect. The same goes for the chaga mushroom.
We recommend dissolving 0,5 g to a maximum of 2 g of the Chaga extract in 200 ml of hot water. The elixir can be drunk pure or prepared like a coffee specialty. It can also be used as an addition to baked goods, smoothies and desserts. The recommended dose of a maximum of 2 g per day should not be exceeded. It is a highly potent extract that cannot be compared to the usual Chaga powders. We recommend taking a break of one week every 4 weeks.
