Chaga Mushroom (tea cut) - Canadian Wild Harvested

Wild Harvested Chaga Mushroom from Canada – Inonotus obliquus

Wild Harvested Chaga Mushroom is sourced from Canada, where Inonotus obliquus grows naturally on birch trees in northern forests. Recognized by its dark, charcoal-like exterior and rich golden-brown interior, Chaga has a long history in traditional northern herbal preparations.

Our Canadian Chaga is prepared in small tea-cut chunks, carefully sized to allow water to reach the mushroom material while remaining large enough for convenient straining and repeated brewing.

Wild harvested and minimally processed, these distinctive chunks are ideal for preparing traditional Chaga tea, concentrated decoctions and tinctures.

A Remarkable Mushroom of Northern Forests

Chaga grows primarily on birch trees in cold northern regions, including Canada, Scandinavia and Siberia.

Unlike the familiar cap-shaped mushrooms, Chaga develops as a hard, irregular mass on the trunk of its host tree. Its rough black exterior resembles burnt wood, while the interior reveals a beautiful rusty-golden colour.

Chaga has been used for generations in traditional preparations throughout northern Europe, Russia and parts of Asia, where it is commonly simmered in water to produce a rich, dark infusion.

Naturally Occurring Antioxidant Compounds

Chaga contains a variety of naturally occurring compounds, including polyphenols, polysaccharides and melanin-associated pigments.

These constituents have attracted scientific interest for their antioxidant activity and other biological properties.

Although Chaga is sometimes described as an adaptogenic mushroom, research into its effects in humans remains limited. Traditional use and laboratory findings should not be interpreted as evidence that Chaga treats illness or improves the body's response to stress.

Small Tea-Cut Chunks – Perfect for Brewing

The size of Chaga pieces makes a meaningful difference in preparation.

Our tea-cut chunks are small enough to provide good contact with water during slow extraction, yet substantial enough to remain easy to strain and reuse.

Unlike finely ground Chaga powder, these pieces are particularly convenient for traditional simmering, repeated brewing and preparing mushroom tinctures.

The resulting tea has a rich amber-to-deep-brown colour, with earthy, woody notes and a smooth, naturally mild flavour.

Botanical name: Inonotus obliquus
Origin: Canada
Harvest: Wild Harvested
Plant material: Chaga fungal growth
Ingredients: Wild Harvested Chaga Mushroom (Inonotus obliquus)
Form: Tea Cut (small chunks)
Caffeine: Naturally caffeine free

Brewing Recommendations

Traditional Slow-Brewed Chaga Tea

Add 1½–2 tablespoons of Chaga chunks per litre of clean water to a glass, ceramic or stainless steel pot.

Heat gently to approximately 90°C, just below boiling. Remove from heat, cover and allow the Chaga to steep for at least 3 hours, or overnight.

Reheat gently to your preferred drinking temperature, strain and enjoy.

For a stronger infusion, allow additional extraction time according to preference.

Re-Brewing Your Chaga

Chaga chunks can be brewed more than once.

After straining, retain the pieces and use fresh water for another extraction. Repeat while the Chaga continues to produce a satisfying flavour and colour.

A deep brown infusion is characteristic of Chaga tea, although colour alone does not reliably indicate the concentration or potency of its active constituents.

For a richer brew, add approximately ½ tablespoon of fresh dried Chaga to the next batch.

To maintain freshness, refrigerate prepared Chaga tea promptly and use within 3–4 days. Do not leave used Chaga chunks soaking at room temperature for extended periods or reuse them over several weeks.

Chaga Iced Tea

Prepare Chaga tea using the traditional slow-brewing method, strain and allow to cool.

Refrigerate promptly and serve chilled, or use the prepared tea as a base for smoothies and other cold beverages.

Cautions & Warnings

Chaga may contain high levels of naturally occurring oxalates. Avoid use if you have kidney disease, a history of kidney stones or have been advised to follow a low-oxalate diet unless approved by your healthcare practitioner.

Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use if you take anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications, diabetes medications or other prescription medications.

Avoid use during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless specifically advised by a qualified healthcare practitioner.

Chaga may affect blood clotting and blood sugar regulation. Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you have a bleeding disorder, are preparing for surgery or have an existing health condition.

Avoid excessive or prolonged consumption without professional guidance. Discontinue use if an adverse reaction occurs.

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.