Maitake (Hen of the Woods) Dual-Extract Tincture
2 oz. | +/- 50% ABV
Maitake (Grifola frondosa) is a medicinal mushroom traditionally used for immune and metabolic support. This tincture is made from wild-foraged maitake and prepared using a dual-extraction method to capture both water-soluble and alcohol-soluble constituents.
We use a 1:2 extraction ratio, producing a highly concentrated extract with a broad spectrum of bioactive compounds.
Key Constituents
Beta-glucans, including well-studied fractions associated with immune modulation
Polysaccharides extracted via hot-water extraction
Alcohol-soluble compounds, including sterols and phenolic constituents
Potential Benefits
Research suggests maitake may support:
Immune system regulation, particularly innate immune response
Metabolic health, including glucose metabolism
Anti-inflammatory activity
Overall immune resilience during periods of stress or illness
Maitake is often described as an immune-modulating mushroom, meaning it may help balance immune response rather than simply stimulate it.
Extraction Method
Dual extraction (alcohol + water)
1:2 mushroom-to-menstruum ratio
Long extraction times to maximize compound availability
No fillers, additives, or flavoring agents
Ingredients
Wild-foraged maitake mushroom (Grifola frondosa)
Grain alcohol
Water
Suggested Use
Typical adult use:
½–1 dropper (approximately 15–30 drops), 1–2 times daily
May be taken directly or diluted in water or tea.