By Ash Pavesio
What is Space Tea?
When I saw a beverage called Space Tea in The Other Path CBD store fridge (and that it was brewed with mushrooms), I got a visual of psychedelic patterns and peace signs. I even read reviews to see what everyone was saying about them. There were hundreds of people across multiple sites with the same general consensus.
The top recurring sentiments were that 1) it tasted great 2) it gave them a sense of calm and 3) it helped with the all-too-common, cotton mouth. None of the reviews were about seeing kaleidoscoping carpets or getting lost in a mirror, so I figured I was safe.
Of course, after that research, I took one home to try it myself. I decided to start with the Original flavor which is similar to an Arnold Palmer – iced tea and lemonade. I took it home and let it sit in my fridge to get nice and cool. I waited until I took the bong rip that sent me over the edge coughing and craving some water.
Instead of water, I took one big swig of Space Tea. Immediately I felt a kind of coating around my tongue that soothed the dryness I had been feeling moments before. I picked up the can and inspected it to see if any ingredients stood out and that’s when it hit me – I didn’t actually know what causes cotton mouth.
What actually causes cotton mouth?
Research shows that some cannabinoids, particularly THC & CBD, attach to areas of the brain that normally send messages to your parasympathetic nervous system to produce saliva, essentially slowing it down. This slowdown quickly results in a saliva shortage followed by the feeling of dryness that we call ‘cotton mouth’. Ingredients with high levels of acidity actually do the exact opposite! Ingredients like lemon increase saliva production, which could hypothetically cancel out the drying effects of CBD and THC! Very clever of Space Tea to select fairly acidic flavors such as lemon, strawberry, and mango! As for the taste of the original flavor, it was the perfect balance of tart and sweet. Delicious!
What about the mushrooms, are they psychedelic?
Space Tea has reishi and lion’s mane, both popular adaptogenic mushrooms. Neither of which is known to have psychoactive effects! Their benefits are detailed in medical studies and journals across time. Notably, Lion’s Mane is known to support brain health, improve mood, and boost focus. Could it be that Space Tea reviewers were feeling the Lion’s Mane calming effects? Reishi has polysaccharides that also have a beneficial neurological impact. And, although medical trials are pending, anecdotal evidence suggests that Reishi mushrooms reduced depression and anxiety-associated behaviors!
We’re obviously huge fans of mushrooms at The Other Path, and Space Tea slides right into its own beautiful, non-psychedelic category that further aids cannabis smokers with the ancillary effects of smoking and consuming cannabis THC.
If you want a mood-boosting, cotton-mouth-fighting drink, look no further! I cannot wait to try the other flavors!
These are the full flavor profiles:
Original Flavor
Iced Tea and Lemonade brewed with non-psychoactive, functional, and adaptogenic reishi and lion’s mane mushrooms.
Golden Mango
We went to the sun to get our new flavor, Golden Mango! Bring some sunshine into your day with our uplifting blend of iced tea + mango lemonade.
Summer Watermelon
Introducing the perfect summer drink, the ultra-refreshing Summer Watermelon! Bask in the sunlight and sip a delicious and uplifting blend of iced tea + watermelon lemonade.
All Space Teas are “Brewed with non-psychoactive, functional, and adaptogenic reishi and lion’s mane mushrooms for uplifting energy, calm focus, mood-boosting, and mental clarity.”
Get yours shipped to you or come pick it up at 14084 Ventura Blvd. You can even place a pickup order here.
FAQ
What does Space Tea do?
Space Tea is a functional beverage that offers a variety of drinks, combining iced tea and lemonade with adaptogenic mushrooms. It aims to provide uplifting energy, calm focus, mood-boosting effects, and mental clarity. The cool packaging and refreshing experience of consuming Space Tea make it an appealing choice, especially on a hot day.
How much caffeine is in Space Tea?
The original Space Tea contains 40mg of caffeine per can. However, their new Blueberry BOOST flavor contains 108mg of caffeine.
Who owns Space Tea?
Space Tea was founded in 2020 by brothers Gabriel and Isaac Heymann and their business partner Michael Goldberg.
What is the world’s first mushroom tea?
Space Tea claims to be the world’s first mushroom tea and lemonade beverage, combining iced tea and lemonade with functional mushrooms like Reishi and Lion’s Mane.
What is Space Tea good for?
Space Tea is marketed as beneficial for uplifting energy, calm focus, mood-boosting, and mental clarity. It’s also reported to help with cotton mouth for cannabis users. Customers are often pleasantly surprised by the flavor and quality of Space Tea, noting its smoothness and enjoyable taste.
Does Space Tea give you a buzz?
Space Tea does not contain psychoactive ingredients. Its effects are described as providing calm focus and uplifting energy rather than a “buzz”.
How does Space Tea make you feel?
Users report feeling a sense of calm, improved focus, and relief from cotton mouth, all while enjoying the smooth and enjoyable flavor profile of Space Tea. The adaptogenic mushrooms are said to provide uplifting energy and mental clarity.
Is Space Tea an energy drink?
While not traditionally categorized as an energy drink, Space Tea does contain caffeine and is marketed for its energizing properties. The new BOOST line has higher caffeine content, positioning it more as an energy drink.
What is Space Tea mushroom tea good for?
The mushrooms in Space Tea (Reishi and Lion’s Mane) are believed to support brain health, improve mood, boost focus, and provide adaptogenic benefits to help the body manage stress.
Space Tea can also be a delightful part of a course of meals or beverages, catering to varied tastes with its unique and healthful properties.
What does mushroom tea do for the body?
Mushroom tea, particularly with Reishi and Lion’s Mane, is believed to support various bodily functions, including digestion, energy, immune system, mental clarity, mood, relaxation, and sleep.
