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Shiitake 1:4 Triple Extract Tincture

Shiitake 1:4 Triple Extract Tincture

£25.00
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This concentrated 1:4 Shiitake mushroom tincture (one part mushroom for every four of liquid) is crafted for those looking to incorporate functional mushrooms into their daily wellness ritual.

Made with just three ingredients — water, ethanol and carefully dried Shiitake mushrooms.

To produce a broad-spectrum extract, we use a three-stage hot water, cold water and alcohol extraction process. This traditional method is designed to draw out a wide range of naturally occurring mushroom compounds, resulting in a tincture suitable for everyday use.

100% vegan and cruelty-free — no fillers, additives or artificial ingredients.

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Recommended Dose

1-2 pipettes (1-2ml) taken daily directly or diluted in water or juice.

Benefits

A Closer Look

Shiitake mushrooms have been valued for centuries across East Asian food cultures, where they were prized for their deep umami flavour and versatility as a culinary ingredient.

Traditionally cultivated on hardwood logs, Shiitake became closely associated with seasonal rhythms, forest stewardship and everyday food practices. Their name is thought to derive from the shii tree on which they were historically grown, reflecting a close relationship between food cultivation and the surrounding woodland environment.

Across Japan, China and neighbouring regions, the growing, drying and cooking of Shiitake formed part of daily and seasonal food rituals — repeatable, mindful practices tied to harvest cycles, shared meals and household cooking rather than ceremony or symbolism. Preparation itself was an act of care and continuity, passed down through generations as part of ordinary life.

Today, Shiitake remains one of the most widely consumed mushrooms in the world, appreciated as a familiar, food-first mushroom and often chosen by those exploring functional fungi through a culinary and cultural lens.

Shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula edodes) naturally contain:

  • Polysaccharides
  • Amino acids and protein
  • B-vitamins, including B2, B3 and B5
  • Minerals, including potassium, phosphorus, copper and zinc

Nutritional composition may vary between batches.

What We Can’t Say (but customers often ask us)

Does Shiitake support immunity or overall health?
Shiitake mushrooms are often discussed online in relation to immune health or general wellbeing. However, under UK regulations, food supplements cannot be marketed with claims that they support immune function or overall health unless those claims are specifically authorised. For this reason, we don’t make health or immune claims about this product.

Is Shiitake linked to beta-glucans or immune compounds?
Shiitake naturally contains polysaccharides such as beta-glucans, which are widely studied in food and nutrition research. However, food supplements cannot be marketed with claims that these compounds stimulate or support immune function unless authorised. We therefore don’t make claims relating to immune activation or defence.

Does Shiitake support heart health, cholesterol or metabolism?
You may see Shiitake discussed online in relation to cholesterol or metabolic health. However, claims relating to cardiovascular or metabolic function must be authorised under UK regulations. We don’t make claims relating to cholesterol, metabolism or heart health in relation to this product.

Is Shiitake considered medicinal?
Shiitake has a long history of use as a food mushroom, particularly in East Asian cuisines, but this product is sold as a food supplement, not a medicine. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or medical condition.

Why is Shiitake so widely referenced in traditional cultures?
Shiitake has been cultivated and consumed as a culinary ingredient for centuries, valued for flavour, texture and versatility.We share this cultural history as food tradition and everyday practice, not as evidence of health or medicinal effects.

Why don’t you make stronger claims like other Shiitake products?
Regulations vary by country, and not all brands follow UK advertising standards. We choose to comply fully with UK and ASA guidance, focusing on responsible communication, ingredient transparency and preparation rather than unapproved claims.

So why do people choose Shiitake tinctures?
Many people choose Shiitake as part of a balanced lifestyle, valuing its rich culinary heritage, familiarity as a food mushroom and the craftsmanship involved in careful extraction.

As with any supplement, individual experiences vary.

Rehydration Steps

Disclaimer

Our tincture contains up to 30% alcohol and is not intended for use by anyone under 18 years of age. Keep out of reach of children.