Our Process

The Quality of Our Extracts Begins at the Source

The effectiveness of mushroom extracts is directly influenced by both the extraction methods used and the origin of the mushrooms themselves. At our farm in Jacksonville, Florida, we cultivate our own mushrooms locally to ensure maximum freshness and potency. The only exception is Chaga, a wild mushroom that cannot be cultivated and must be sustainably sourced from trusted foragers.

Why Our Process Is Different

The most commonly used method in the industry is maceration, where mushrooms are soaked in high-proof alcohol for several weeks and then simmered in hot water. While cost-effective, this process is outdated and imprecise.

With over 30 years of expertise in mycology, we’ve developed a more advanced and science-backed approach. Our extraction methods are modeled after those used in university research labs and pharmaceutical applications, allowing us to produce some of the most potent and bioavailable mushroom extracts on the market.

Our Three-Step Advanced Extraction Process

We use a cutting-edge, multi-phase method that includes:

  1. Enzyme-Assisted Extraction

  2. Microwave-Assisted Extraction

  3. Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction

Each step plays a critical role. The enzyme and microwave phases help to weaken the mushroom cell walls. Then, high-frequency sound waves from ultrasound technology (Ultrasonic Homogenizer) disrupt the cell walls further, creating a fine nanoparticle dispersion of the active compounds. This results in a highly potent and easily absorbed extract.

Alcohol is used selectively during extraction to dissolve terpenoids that are not water-soluble. However, due to the efficiency of our ultrasonic technology, we are able to use a much lower alcohol concentration. Throughout this process, temperature is carefully controlled to preserve sensitive phytochemicals that degrade under heat.

After alcohol extraction, we perform a separate hot water extraction to isolate beta-glucans. Finally, the two extracts are combined to create a powerful, full-spectrum dual extract.

We also offer alcohol-free extracts. The same extraction process is used, but alcohol is removed via fractional distillation. We then add food-grade vegetable glycerin to ensure shelf stability.

If you’re a company Interested in offering your own line of mushroom extracts, we provide licensing options so you can brand our high-quality extracts under your own label.