Lion's Mane – A mushroom with an unusual appearance

The lion's mane mushroom (Hericium erinaceus) is an extraordinary natural wonder that grows in the forests of Europe, North America, and Asia on old deciduous trees such as oaks and beeches. With its long, white, cascading fruiting bodies reminiscent of a lion's mane, it is a real eye-catcher. Its mild, slightly nutty aroma, reminiscent of seafood such as crab, makes it a special culinary highlight. Perhaps you know the feeling when everyday life becomes monotonous and the same old drinks awaken a longing for something new—a craving that is difficult to satisfy. Lion's mane could be the answer, and in our "Matcha Sipp" and "7 in 1 Mushroom Sipp," it invites you to discover new flavor nuances.

The origin and uniqueness of the lion's mane

The lion's mane mushroom grows on old deciduous trees such as oaks and beeches in the forests of Europe, North America, and Asia. Its name comes from its striking appearance: The long, white, drooping fruiting bodies are reminiscent of a lion's mane. In Japan, it is called "Yamabushitake," meaning "mountain priest mushroom," because it was prized by Buddhist monks. The lion's mane mushroom is not only eye-catching but also has a long tradition in Asian culture, where it has been used for centuries.

Exciting facts about the lion's mane mushroom

The lion's mane mushroom has several remarkable characteristics that make it special: Unusual appearance: Its white, cascading fruiting bodies can grow up to 30 cm long and resemble a waterfall of fine needles—a true work of art from nature. Culinary versatility: In the kitchen, lion's mane is often prized as a delicacy due to its mild, slightly nutty flavor reminiscent of seafood such as crab. Natural ingredients: Lion's mane naturally contains polysaccharides and beta-glucans, making it an interesting dietary ingredient. Rare finds: Lion's mane is rare in the wild, as it only grows on old, dead trees—a sign of how special this mushroom is.

Lion's mane in our products

We have incorporated the lion's mane mushroom into our Matcha Sipp and 7 in 1 Mushroom Sipp to offer you a new taste experience.

Matcha Sipp: Combines lion's mane with matcha for a fresh, green note with a hint of nutty aroma.

7 in 1 Mushroom Sipp: Combines lion's mane with other mushroom extracts for an intense, natural taste experience.

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