IBUKI Tincture: Lion’s Mane, Cordyceps, and Guayusa for Energy and Focus

Functional mushrooms have been used for centuries to support wellness, energy, and mental clarity. Today, modern research is beginning to explore the compounds behind these traditional ingredients.

At Yamabushi Farms, we created IBUKI, a dual-extracted mushroom tincture that combines Lion’s Mane, Cordyceps, and Guayusa into one daily formula designed to support focus, energy, and cognitive function.

IBUKI is prepared using a dual extraction process with alcohol and water, which allows us to capture the full spectrum of beneficial compounds found in functional mushrooms and plants.

Below, we explore the science and traditions behind the three ingredients that make up IBUKI.

Combining Lion’s Mane, Cordyceps, and Guayusa

Each ingredient in IBUKI mushroom tincture supports a different aspect of daily performance:

Lion’s Mane – cognitive health, memory, and neural function

Cordyceps – energy production, endurance, and oxygen utilization

Guayusa – plant-based caffeine and antioxidant support

Together, these ingredients create a formula designed to support mental clarity, sustained energy, and focus throughout the day.

Lion’s Mane Benefits: A Mushroom for Brain Health and Memory

Lion’s Mane mushroom (Hericium erinaceus) has become one of the most studied mushrooms for cognitive health.

Lion’s Mane contains unique compounds called hericenones and erinacines, which researchers believe may help stimulate the production of nerve growth factor (NGF). NGF plays an essential role in the growth, maintenance, and survival of neurons in the brain.

Laboratory studies have shown that compounds isolated from Lion’s Mane may promote neurite outgrowth, meaning brain cells extend projections that allow them to connect with other neurons. Researchers have also observed increases in growth cone size, structures that help neurons form new neural connections.

A 2023 study found neurons exposed to Lion’s Mane extract developed significantly larger growth cones and grew nearly twice as fast compared to controls.

Human research has also explored the potential effects of Lion’s Mane on memory, attention, and reaction time. In clinical studies, participants consuming Lion’s Mane extracts demonstrated improvements in working memory and cognitive performance compared to placebo groups.

Because of these findings, Lion’s Mane is increasingly studied as a mushroom that may support brain health, memory, and mental clarity.

Cordyceps Benefits: Natural Energy and Endurance Support

Cordyceps mushrooms have long been associated with vitality and physical stamina in traditional herbal practices.

Cordyceps contains compounds such as cordycepin and adenosine, which may support the body’s production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate)—the molecule responsible for delivering energy to cells.

Because ATP fuels muscle activity, Cordyceps has been widely studied for its potential effects on exercise performance, endurance, and oxygen utilization.

Clinical studies have found Cordyceps supplementation may improve VO₂ max, a measure of aerobic capacity and cardiovascular efficiency.

Researchers have also investigated Cordyceps for its potential to support respiratory health, as some studies suggest improvements in oxygen utilization and exercise tolerance.

In addition to energy support, Cordyceps contains polysaccharides and bioactive compounds that may help regulate immune responses, making it one of the most versatile functional mushrooms studied today.

Guayusa Benefits: Clean Plant-Based Energy

While Lion’s Mane and Cordyceps come from mushrooms, Guayusa (Ilex guayusa) is a plant traditionally consumed as a tea in the Amazon rainforest.

For generations, Indigenous communities in Ecuador have used guayusa as a morning energy beverage to promote alertness and focus.

Guayusa naturally contains caffeine, but it also contains theobromine and antioxidant polyphenols, which may contribute to a smoother and more sustained energy effect compared to coffee.

Scientific studies analyzing guayusa leaves have found high concentrations of chlorogenic acids and phenolic compounds, which contribute to the plant’s antioxidant activity.

Because guayusa combines caffeine with beneficial plant compounds, researchers have begun exploring its potential role in supporting focus, reaction time, and cognitive performance.

For many people, guayusa provides clean energy without the sharp crash often associated with coffee.

What Is a Dual-Extracted Mushroom Tincture?

One of the most important aspects of mushroom supplements is how they are extracted.

Many beneficial mushroom compounds—such as beta-glucans and polysaccharides—are water soluble, meaning they are best extracted through hot water.

Other compounds, including certain terpenoids and fat-soluble molecules, are better extracted using alcohol.

That’s why we produce IBUKI using a dual extraction process with both alcohol and water.

This approach allows us to extract a full spectrum of beneficial compounds from our ingredients and concentrate them into a convenient liquid tincture.

From Our Farm to Your Daily Routine

At Yamabushi Farms, our Lion’s Mane mushrooms are grown in our urban farm in Los Angeles, where we cultivate them carefully by hand.

From cultivation to extraction, every batch is produced with the goal of creating clean, high-quality mushroom extracts rooted in tradition and supported by emerging research.

IBUKI is designed to fit easily into your daily routine—whether as part of your morning focus ritual, pre-work energy boost, or midday reset.

By combining Lion’s Mane, Cordyceps, and Guayusa in a dual-extracted tincture, IBUKI brings together three functional ingredients known for supporting clarity, energy, and vitality.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Lion’s Mane tincture do?

Lion’s Mane tincture contains compounds studied for their potential role in supporting nerve growth factor (NGF), cognitive health, and memory.

What are Cordyceps tincture benefits?

Cordyceps extracts are often used to support energy production, endurance, oxygen utilization, and immune function.

What is a dual extracted mushroom tincture?

A dual-extracted tincture uses both water and alcohol extraction to capture a broader range of beneficial mushroom compounds.

Does guayusa contain caffeine?

Yes. Guayusa naturally contains caffeine along with antioxidants and plant compounds that may contribute to sustained energy and focus.