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Refreshing Smoothie Recipes with Medicinal Herbs and Mushrooms

Smoothies with medicinal herbs

Last updated: June 2026
These recipes are regularly reviewed with new insights on medicinal herbs and mushrooms.

You probably know the saying: 'let food be your medicine'. How nice is it to combine delicious recipes with medicinal plants and extracts? Whether summer or winter, it is always a good idea to put vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and all the good things nature offers to work for your energy, resistance and mood. In this blog we share five refreshing smoothie recipes with medicinal herbs and mushrooms: ashwagandha, reishi, raw cacao, guarana and lion's mane. Step by step you make something that is not only tasty but also gives you a lovely boost.

Green Smoothie for an Energy Boost

Green smoothie with guarana

Guarana has been used for generations by the people of the Amazon as a natural energiser. Use it in a smoothie for a fresh energy boost.

Ingredients for the Energising Guarana Smoothie: ½ frozen mango · 1 green apple · 2 handfuls of spinach · 1 celery stalk · ½ cucumber · juice of ½ lemon · 1 cup cold water or coconut water · ½ tsp guarana powder

Method: Place everything in a high-speed blender and blend until smooth. Serve right away and enjoy.

Immune Smoothie with Reishi

Smoothie with reishi extract

Reishi is a valued medicinal mushroom traditionally associated with the immune system, thanks to compounds called beta-glucans. We wrote a separate article about it: do reishi mushrooms really work for allergies?. Now to the smoothie.

Ingredients for the Reishi Smoothie: 1 carrot · 1 banana · 1 tangerine · a thumb-sized piece of fresh ginger · 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice · ¼ tsp turmeric · ⅛ tsp cinnamon · ½ cup ice · 15 drops reishi extract

Method: Place everything in a high-speed blender and blend until smooth. Serve right away and enjoy.

Raw Cacao Smoothie Full of Antioxidants

Raw cacao smoothie

Raw cacao is known for its high antioxidant content and can give your mood a lovely lift. Want to know more? Read the health benefits of raw cacao powder.

Ingredients for the Raw Cacao Smoothie: 1 cup coconut water · 1 cup almond milk · 1 frozen banana · 1 cup frozen blueberries · ½ cup frozen raspberries (optional) · 2 tbsp raw cacao powder · ¼ tsp cinnamon

Method: Place everything in a blender and blend until smooth. Serve right away and enjoy.

Brainpower Smoothie with Lion's Mane

Lion's mane smoothie

Do you need to study, work or do something that requires focus? The active compounds in lion's mane are associated in research with brain function and concentration. Sounds good? Grab the lion's mane extract and get blending. Read more in the benefits of lion's mane.

Ingredients for the Lion's Mane Smoothie: ½ avocado · ¼ banana · ½ cup blueberries · 6 walnuts · ½ cup water · ½ cup ice · 15 drops lion's mane extract

Method: Place everything in a blender and blend until smooth. Serve right away and enjoy.

Ashwagandha Smoothie for Balance and Calm

Ashwagandha smoothie

Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb used in the Ayurvedic tradition to help body and mind cope with stress. Many people report feeling calmer, sleeping better and having more energy with regular use. In a smoothie it works wonderfully.

Ingredients for the Ashwagandha Smoothie: 1 frozen banana · a handful of strawberries · 1 cup almond or oat milk · ½ cup ice · 8-35 drops ashwagandha extract

Method: Place everything in a blender and blend until smooth. Serve right away and enjoy.

Tip: Make your own combination. Saw a recipe you like but want a different herb? Swap it freely. And if you like it sweeter, add a little honey, syrup or a date.

Frequently Asked Questions About Smoothies with Medicinal Herbs

Can I swap the herbs around?

Yes. Because the extracts and powders are added as separate ingredients, you can, for instance, replace reishi with lion's mane or ashwagandha. Experiment and find your favourite.

How much extract do I use in a smoothie?

Follow the instructions on the label of your specific product; strengths differ per extract. The recipes give a guideline, but feel free to start with a little less and build up to taste.

What is reishi good for?

Reishi is a medicinal mushroom traditionally associated with the immune system. Read more in our blog about reishi and allergies.

What is lion's mane used for?

Lion's mane is associated in research with brain function, focus and concentration. That makes it a popular choice in a 'brainpower' smoothie. Read more in the benefits of lion's mane.

Can I make a smoothie sweeter?

Certainly. Add a little honey, syrup, a date or extra ripe fruit. Keep it balanced, though, as most fruit already provides plenty of sweetness.

Which other mushroom extracts do you have?

Besides reishi and lion's mane, you will find more in our medicinal mushrooms category, such as cordyceps and turkey tail. Read also about turkey tail.

Why Next Level Smart?

Wide range of medicinal mushrooms and herbs — from reishi and lion's mane to ashwagandha and guarana
Handy liquid extracts — easy to dose in a smoothie or drink
Curated range — we select only what we find worthwhile ourselves
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Let these recipes inspire you and enjoy your own creations. Want to discover more? Browse our medicinal mushrooms and raw cacao, or read the 3 best medicinal mushrooms for your immune system.

Last updated: June 2026 | Next Level Smart

Posted in: All posts, Shamanism Blogs, Ceremonial Cacao Blogs, 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