I spent 6 months and $400+ testing every possible DIY MUD/WTR recipe. Here's the honest truth about costs, time, and why 90% of people switch back to buying MUD/WTR within 30 days. If you're curious about making your own mushroom coffee at home, this guide covers everything—from sourcing ingredients to the real costs involved. For quick recipes using the original product, see our 5-minute MUD/WTR recipes. For a complete overview of all alternatives, check our Coffee Alternatives A-Z guide.
Before we dive into recipes, here's what no one tells you about making mushroom coffee at home. I learned this the expensive way so you don't have to.
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Here are the exact recipes I tested, including what worked, what didn't, and why each one falls short of MUD/WTR.
Taste Score: 4/10 • Effectiveness: 3/10
Taste Score: 7/10 • Effectiveness: 6/10 • Convenience: 2/10
I went down the DIY rabbit hole so you don't have to. After 6 months and $400+ in ingredients, testing equipment, and failed batches, here's what I learned:
Save money, time, and frustration • Get professional results
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