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How to Take Cordyceps Mushroom: Forms, Dosage and a Tea Recipe

How to take cordyceps?

Last updated: June 2026
This guide is regularly reviewed with new insights on cordyceps.

You may have this remarkable mushroom at home, have read about the properties of cordyceps, and are now wondering the best way to use it. We discuss the forms, the dosage and share a simple recipe for cordyceps tea.

Cordyceps Capsules

One of the most common ways is to take cordyceps as a capsule, once or twice a day. Because cordyceps is mostly associated with energy, many people prefer to take it in the morning, so it does not get in the way of falling asleep at night. The amount per capsule differs per brand, so always follow the recommended dosage on the package.

Cordyceps Powder

If you would rather not swallow capsules, powder is a nice alternative. You can buy cordyceps powder or open a capsule and mix the contents into your morning drink or a smoothie.

Liquid Cordyceps Extract

Cordyceps also comes as a liquid extract, which you easily stir into your drinks. Because an extract can be more potent, follow the dosage on the bottle. With our extract, a commonly used guideline is around 15 drops per day, or at a moment when you could use an energy boost.

Making Cordyceps Tea

Making cordyceps tea

If you want cordyceps as a tea, a longer steeping time is the secret: the longer you steep, the better the valuable compounds are released. Many people describe the taste as umami, with earthy, nutty notes.

Step 1: Boil water

Bring about 250 ml of water to the boil.
Step 2: Add cordyceps

Place 6 to 8 fruiting bodies or about 1 teaspoon of cordyceps powder in a pot and pour the hot water over it.
Step 3: Let it steep

Cover the pot and let the tea steep for about 15 minutes. A longer steep time gets more out of the mushroom.
Step 4: Season

Strain the tea and add fresh ginger and/or lemon to taste. Drink it preferably in the morning and enjoy.

Tip: Whichever form you choose, start gently and see how your body responds. Cordyceps is mostly associated with energy, so taking it in the morning works most pleasantly for many people.

Cordyceps is a food supplement for support, not a substitute for medical treatment. Do you take medication, are you pregnant or do you have complaints? Then consult a doctor first.

Frequently Asked Questions About Taking Cordyceps

When is the best time to take cordyceps?

Usually in the morning, because cordyceps is associated with energy and can get in the way of falling asleep in the evening. Otherwise follow the dosage on your product's label.

How much cordyceps extract should I take?

Follow the dosage on the bottle, as strength differs per product. With our extract, a commonly used guideline is around 15 drops per day. Start gently and build up to what feels comfortable for you.

Capsules, powder or extract: which do I choose?

Capsules are the easiest, powder can be mixed into a drink or smoothie, and a liquid extract is targeted and quick to dose. Choose what best fits your routine.

How do I make cordyceps tea?

Boil 250 ml of water, add 6-8 fruiting bodies or 1 teaspoon of powder, cover and let steep for 15 minutes. Strain, add ginger or lemon if you like and drink in the morning.

Can I put cordyceps in a smoothie?

Certainly. Mix cordyceps powder or a few drops of extract into your smoothie. Find inspiration in our smoothie recipes.

What is cordyceps actually known for?

Mainly for energy and endurance and for antioxidants. Read the properties and the difference between the species in the cordyceps guide.

Why Next Level Smart?

Cordyceps as extract and capsules — choose the form that fits your routine
Clear dosage information — so you can start gently
Part of a wide mushroom range — easy to combine
Active since 2010 as a Dutch smart shop, shipping from the Netherlands

Browse Our Cordyceps

Looking for quality cordyceps? Browse our medicinal mushrooms. Want to know more about the properties? Read cordyceps: the health benefits.

Last updated: June 2026 | Next Level Smart

Posted in: All posts, Health & Lifestyle Blogs, Medicinal Mushrooms Blogs

Author: Annie Verkade

Annie Verkade is a writer at Next Level Smartshop with a background in philology. She writes about natural alternatives to pharmaceuticals, sleep support, and plant-based products. Her work also explores altered states of consciousness - both with and without psychedelics - as well as topics like astrology and lunar cycles, translating insights into clear, accessible content. She’s especially interested in how simple rituals and environment can shift how we feel (sometimes more than we expect). Outside of work, she enjoys photography, reading, bouldering, and travelling. Favourite products: Sagrada Madre incense, Mulungu, Sleep Tincture