How To Make Psilocybin Gummies

Magic mushrooms are great, but most agree that they taste okay at best. And for some people, they're downright grim to eat. While keen psychonauts will usually push through this unpleasant taste to experience shrooms' much-loved effects, any option that avoids forcing desiccated fungi down their throats is greatly appreciated. Today, we make that wish a reality with our step-by-step guide to making psilocybin gummies from magic mushrooms.

For those curious about creating their own psychedelic edibles, this comprehensive guide will walk you through the process, from understanding the intricacies of psilocybin to making delicious mushroom gummies at home. It's a fairly straightforward process that not only makes psilocybin taste better but also allows for easy dosing!

What is psilocybin?

Psilocybin is a prodrug found in high concentrations inside dried magic mushrooms. When consumed, psilocybin is metabolised into psilocin, which then interacts with the body and causes the psychedelic effects that magic mushrooms are well known for. It is a serotonergic compound, meaning it influences the brain's serotonin receptors to produce altered states of consciousness, including visual and auditory hallucinations, emotional changes, and shifts in perception of time and space.

Psilocybin can be found in over a hundred different species of mushrooms, with the most well-known being Psilocybe cubensis. This species comes in many forms and grows worldwide. But, perhaps most importantly, it is easy to cultivate artificially, making it a popular choice for home growers.

Why should you take magic mushrooms as gummies?

Making and consuming magic mushroom gummies offers several advantages over eating mushrooms raw. These include:

• Customisability: You can tailor the dosage and flavour to your preferences. For those who take magic mushrooms regularly, having this extra element of customisation can make the process more personal and more attuned to their individual needs.
• Ease of consumption: Gummies are easy to consume and more palatable than raw mushrooms. Rather than weighing out and chowing down on a handful of shrooms, you can instead pop a couple of tasty, easy-to-chew gummies into your mouth and forget about it.
• Discretion: Gummies can be consumed discreetly, making them suitable for microdosing. You can carry them around and eat them in full view of others without drawing unwanted attention to yourself.

Dosing psilocybin gummies

Proper dosage is crucial for a safe and enjoyable experience. The Zamnesia dosage calculator is perfect for helping you determine the right amount of shrooms to take. This calculator considers several crucial factors, helping you figure out how best to dose for your desired trip.

When it comes to gummies, though, you will need to make a few calculations of your own. For example, if your suggested low dose is one gram of dried mushrooms, and your recipe makes 24 gummies, you would need 24 grams of dried mushrooms to achieve one gram per gummy.

Magic mushroom gummies: step-by-step recipe

If the adjustments needed for dosing sound good, here's a simple recipe for making your own magic mushroom gummies at home.

Ingredients

• Dried mushrooms
• Fruit juice
• Unflavoured gelatine or agar-agar (for a vegan option)
• Granulated sugar or honey
• Lemon juice
• Flavour extracts (optional)
• Food colouring (optional)

Equipment

• Coffee grinder or cannabis grinder
• Small saucepan
• Mixing bowls
• Candy dropper or spoon
• Silicone gummy moulds
• Strainer or cheesecloth
• Airtight container for storage

Directions

1. First, use a coffee grinder or cannabis grinder to grind your magic mushrooms into a fine powder. For this recipe, the finer, the better, so ensure you get this stage right.
   
2. Mix the mushroom powder with lemon juice in a bowl. Let it sit for twenty minutes so that the psilocybin is converted into psilocin. This is the same approach as making lemon tek.
   
3. Once the psilocin has been converted, use a strainer or cheesecloth to remove the solids, collecting the liquid extract in one of the small mixing bowls.
   
4. in a saucepan, combine fruit juice, sugar (or honey), and unflavoured gelatine or agar-agar. However, don't add the extracted psilocin just yet.
   
5. Continuously stir the mixture until smooth, and all ingredients fully dissolve.
   
6. Remove the saucepan from heat and add the mushroom extract to the gummy mixture. Mix well to ensure an even spread. Do not return the mixture to the heat, as temperatures over 70ºC will destroy the psychoactive ingredients.
   
7. Use a candy dropper or spoon to pour the mixture into silicone moulds, ensuring there are no air bubbles.
   
8. Allow the gummies to set at room temperature for about ten minutes. Then, transfer them to the refrigerator to firm up completely for a couple of hours (or overnight for best results).
   
9. Once set, remove the gummies from the moulds and store them in an airtight container.
   

How to store your psilocybin gummies long-term

Thanks to their high sugar content, gummies have a very long shelf life if stored correctly. Here's how to properly store your magic mushroom gummies to ensure they remain potent and tasty:

• Gummies should be stored in airtight, dry containers. Sealable jars and Tupperware are perfect for this.
• While not necessary, humidity packs can help them stay intact for longer.
• Like most products, they should be stored in a cool, dark, and dry place. Heat and light will degrade gummies and their psychoactive contents

If your gummies have gone off, you'll probably spot it. Here are some signs to look out for:

• Visible mould growth: Any sign of mould is a clear indicator of spoilage.
• Foul odour: A strong, unpleasant smell suggests the gummies have gone bad.
• Texture changes: Soft, wet, or tacky textures indicate spoilage.
• Discolouration: Green, yellow, or black spots are signs of contamination.

If they are a little malformed or have crystalline white colouration, it may be that the sugar is separating, which can happen from heat and air exposure. Don't panic, though. This doesn't indicate that your gummies have gone off and they are still perfectly edible.

Risks of eating spoiled gummies

Like all edibles, there are some risks associated with eating gone-off gummies. These include:

• Food poisoning: Consuming spoiled gummies can lead to food poisoning, which may at first be mistaken for the effects of psilocybin.
• Toxicity: Mould mycotoxins can be harmful, although you would probably have to eat quite a lot to experience significantly adverse effects.
• Unwanted interactions: Spoiled gummies can interact negatively with certain medications, so be careful.

Magic mushroom tripping: A word of caution

There’s no denying magic mushroom gummies are incredibly versatile, but be careful not to get blindsided by the great taste and overlook the effects of psilocybin. While the vast majority of people have positive experiences with the drug, it is possible to have negative ones, too. In most cases, this comes down to taking magic mushrooms in the wrong place or at the wrong time, aka, set and setting. So don't trip mindlessly; instead, take care to create the right environment. Once you’re all set, go steady and have fun with magic mushroom gummies.

Max Sargent

Max has been writing for over a decade, and has come into cannabis and psychedelic journalism in the last few years. Writing for companies such as Zamnesia, Royal Queen Seeds, Cannaconnection, Gorilla Seeds, MushMagic and more, he has experience in a broad spectrum of the industry.

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