Lemon Tek for Magic Shrooms: Everything You Need to Know

Lemon Tek for Magic Shrooms: Everything You Need to Know

Published on 10/11/22

Just as the legal cannabis industry has exploded into mainstream popularity over the past few decades after years of activist action, legislative pushes, and wider mainstream acceptance of the medical potential of the cannabis plant, we're in the midst of the same type of movement when it comes to psilocybin. That's right, folks. Medical magic mushrooms are slowly but surely gaining momentum and widespread acceptance here in the states. And, contrary to what some might tell you, it's not just about tripping out. There's a massive medical benefit as well!

For example, studies have consistently shown links between those dealing with PTSD and depression seeing a reduction in their symptoms thanks to microdoses of psilocybin. Due to that medical potential, progressive-minded officials in cities and towns like Seattle, Denver, Oakland, Santa Cruz, Somerville, Cambridge, Northhampton, and even Washington D.C., the nation's capital, have all decriminalized psilocybin in some way. The idea has even gone state-wide, with Oregon becoming the first to decriminalize and legalize medical use within its borders in 2020.

So naturally, folks might wonder what some psilocybin of their own could do for them! That curiosity has exploded into lots of different experimentation with new and different ways to consume their psilocybin-laced mushrooms. One of the most popular new methods is the so-called "Lemon Technique," or lemon tek for short. But what exactly is the lemon tek method? Is there some definitive lemon tek recipe? How exactly should you do it, and what should I expect once you do? Thankfully, we here at Where's Weed have you back as always!

Not only will we go in-depth on what the lemon tek is, how it works, what the dosage looks like, and how long it will last, but we'll provide a step-by-step tutorial on how to make and enjoy it yourself! Think of this article as your definitive lemon tek guide, a comprehensive roadmap of anything and everything to do with lemon tek mushrooms.

So, with all that in mind, let's get right into it!

What Exactly is the Lemon Tek and How Does it Work?

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So before we provide you with a comprehensive step-by-step guide to craft some lemon tek tea of your own, we think it's valuable to define terms at the very least. So, what exactly is the lemon tek in the first place? There are always newbies who have never tripped or are just getting back into psychedelics after a long time away, so a refresher is always in order!

So first things first. What exactly is lemon tek? Simply put, the lemon tek is a quick and easy way of saying that you've brewed your magic mushrooms into a drink. So, in short, lemon tek mushroom tea. So why are folks opting to drink mushroom-laced tea rather than chewing and swallowing them down the hatch like previous generations? Well, there are a few reasons.

Reason 1: Effects Hit Faster

Unlike cannabis-infused edibles or beverages, psilocybin-laced drinks actually work faster than just eating them. Especially in today's hustle and bustle culture, nobody likes waiting around to see if the drugs they took will eventually kick in. Immediate satisfaction is the way to go!

So instead of eating your mushrooms like normal and waiting between 30 to 90 minutes to feel the effects, your lemon tek dosage will be delivered and start working in as little as 10-45 minutes!

Reason 2: Stronger Dosage

That's right, folks. Not only will using the lemon tek help your mushrooms kick in quicker, but it will actually make your lemon tek dosage more powerful. Users often claim that using the lemon tek intensifies and increases the effect overall, usually allowing you to take a smaller dose.

But how exactly does it increase the potency? Well, with acidity! Your stomach acid usually sits somewhere between 1.5 and 3.5 pH, while lemons usually have an acidity right in the middle of that range between 2 to 2.25 pH. So by brewing a lemon tek mushroom tea, you're creating a similar acidity to your stomach, which activates the psilocybin before you even swallow it.

An easy way to think about it is decarbing your cannabis for an edible. You're activating those cannabinoids, so they can get right to work, easing your pain and having you feel effects when you consume them. The same goes for using the lemon tek!

Reason 3: Shorter, More Controlled Trips

While the idea of psychedelics is groovy and appealing to some, it might be intimidating to others. So being able to offer a more controlled experience, doesn't take as long, and is easy to microdose would naturally appeal to many. That's where the lemon tek comes in!

If you're taking mushrooms orally the standard way, your trip usually peaks somewhere in the range of the three-hour mark. With the lemon tek, however, that peak comes sooner. In fact, users often report that lemon tek duration is shorter overall, usually peaking somewhere in the range of 4-6 hours. Especially for those newbies or first-time trippers, shorter durations are pretty much always a good thing.

It also allows you to control that dosage. If you're looking for the full experience, take a larger dose of lemon tek tea. Take a smaller amount if you want something shorter, less intense, and more akin to microdosing!

A Step-By-Step Guide to Using the Lemon Tek

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So now that you have a full grasp of the basics of the lemon tek, how and why it works, what benefits it has, and why it's worth doing in the first place, let's finally provide that detailed guide on how to do it! First and foremost, you'll need to gather your supplies.

Here's a list of stuff you'll need to brew a mushroom tea of your own using the lemon tek:

  • Some magic mushrooms
  • A grinder or blender
  • Two lemons
  • A shot glass
  • A cheesecloth or coffee filters

Once you have all those ingredients collected, you're ready to create a mushroom-infused tea of your own! Let's get right into it.

Step 1: Grind Your Mushrooms Up

Just like with consuming some cannabis, the first step lies in the grinder! Go ahead and put your mushrooms into the grinder or food processor, and give it a few twists to break the material up. It might take a few cranks to get it to the powdery consistency you're looking for.

Once your mushrooms are ground down to dried dust, pour that powder into your shot glass.

Step 2: Add Lemon Juice

From there, slice your two lemons in half and squeeze their juice into the glass with your mushroom powder. Ensure you include enough juice to cover the mushroom powder completely.

Typically, the right amount of lemon to mushroom ratio is about every dose of mushrooms needs the juice of two lemons.

Once you have your juice and powder combined in the same shot glass, go ahead and give it a quick stir. From there, let rest for about 15-20 minutes, only stirring occasionally.

Step 3: Strain Your Liquid

If you don't want to deal with nausea during your trip, this next step is perhaps the most important of them all. Make sure to strain out your liquid before drinking it.

You'll do this with your cheesecloth or coffee filter. Just place it over the top of another shot glass, then pour the liquid mix through. The filter/cloth will catch all the mushroom particles and let only the liquid through, giving you a psilocybin-rich lemon tek mushroom tea with no added nausea.

For experienced trippers or those who don't care about feeling nauseous, go ahead and skip this step.

Step 4: Drink and Trip

Now that all the hard work is done, the only thing left on your agenda is to down the shot and take your trip! We recommend doing so in one gulp, like a shot from the standard shot glass. It should take about 10 to 45 minutes before you feel the full effects, so find a nice spot to chill out and get ready for the psychedelic trip of your life!

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