Dosing Guide

Sacred Mushroom dosage is different for everyone as it’s based on physiology and metabolism. Likewise, individual brain chemistry and body size play a significant role in how each individual might respond, as will your surroundings and emotional state. If it is your first time or you are significantly increasing your dosage, select a safe, comfortable, and familiar place. You may want to ask a trusted companion or experienced facilitator to help assist you during the experience.

Basic Dosage Info: The quantity of mushrooms you take (your dosage) affects how long your experience will last. Most often, effects begin 30 to 90 minutes after ingestion. Depending on the dose and the individual, they can last between 4 and 6 hours. It is very important to understand the potency of the mushroom that you choose to consume. The dosage information provided here is for moderate to medium potency varieties. A high potency cultivar should be treated with the utmost respect as an undesired experience may present itself if not consumed wisely.

When engaging with the mushroom, users can expect a wide variety of sensations and effects; these include a feeling of spiritual awakening, euphoria, and introspective or philosophical thoughts. With doses of mushrooms over 2 grams these sensations intensify; one can experience time distortion, powerful emotions, closed and open eye visuals, and a sense of connection with the universe.

Micro Dose

Recommended dosage: 100 – 400 milligrams dried mushrooms – A microdose is a sub-perceptual amount of mushrooms. Benefits include enhanced mood, creativity, and focus. There are several different microdosing protocols that users can research to determine which one works best for them. Two popular regimens are the Fadiman Protocol and the Stamets Stack.

For a more detailed microdosing guide, check out this blog post from Dr. Andrea Pennington; Mastering Microdosing: A Guide to Doses and Schedules.

Level 1: Social Butterfly

Recommended dosage: 400 milligrams – 1 gram dried mushrooms (3 to 6mg PCBE) – The effects are mild and include enhanced sensory perception, slight euphoria, and changes in thought patterns. Socializing becomes more fluid and you may experience increased energy. You could have mild visual enhancements or some sound distortion, but these will be subtle.

Level 2: Beginner’s Sweet Spot

Recommended dosage: 1 – 2 grams dried mushrooms (6 to 12mg PCBE) – Consistent sensorial accentuation including the appearance of vivid colors and a light body high. Level 2 can be a more intense form of Level 1. Be prepared for the beginnings of visual and auditory distortions, along with increased emotional sensitivity and introspective thoughts. You will notice an increase in creativity, as well as enhanced sensations of lightness, giddiness, and euphoria.

Level 3: Comfortable Psychedelic Experience

Recommended dosage: 2 – 3 grams dried mushrooms (12 to 18mg PCBE) – Level 3 is great for beginners who want to jump into a psychedelic experience, without overdoing the dosage. This level is where visual distortions become evident. The surface of the object you’re observing will appear shiny and moving, as your field of depth is altered. Many users experience “wall breathing” when indoors, as well as “grass growing” and “tree waving” when outdoors.

Level 4: Down the Rabbit Hole

Recommended dosage: 3 – 5 grams dried mushrooms (18 to 30mg PCBE) – Significant visual distortions take over in a psychedelic flood of shapes and colors. This level will evoke a feeling of deep connection with the universe and all other living organisms. There will be some moments when you will lose touch with what we perceive to be reality, and the concept of time will fade away. This is the level where psychedelics can be very powerful, mind expanding, and life altering. Keep in mind that this dosage is only recommended for experienced users.

Level 5: Ego Dissolution

Dosage: 5+ grams dried mushrooms (30 to 40mg PCBE) – Kaleidoscopic visuals. Intense spiritual experiences. Great distortion of the perception of space and time. Disappearance of the logical and known perception of reality. Intense introspection and complete loss of the sense of self. This dosage is only recommended for the most experienced psychonauts.

This Dosing Guide is a general reference for Sacred Mushroom dosing and expected outcomes. User experiences can vary greatly based on many factors. Strain specific guides are available to our members upon request for accurate dosing recommendations.