Magic Truffles Dosage: How to Choose the Right Type and Amount
Magic Truffles:
Which Type and How Many Grams?
What are magic truffles?
Magic truffles are the underground fruiting bodies of certain psilocybin-containing fungal species. They are also known as sclerotia and contain the same active substances as magic mushrooms: psilocybin and psilocin. Unlike magic mushrooms, magic truffles are legally available in the Netherlands as smartshop products for adults.
The intensity of the experience depends heavily on two things: which type you take and how much. That makes the choice of type and dosage so crucial. Fortunately, that choice is easier than it seems if you know what to look out for.
Step 1: What kind of experience are you looking for?
Before you choose a type or amount, the first question is: what kind of session do you actually want? There are five distinct levels, from very light to very intense.
Always start on the lower end of the desired level. You can always take more on a subsequent occasion. Once you have taken something, you cannot take it back once the effect has started.
Step 2: Choose the right line and type
At Cannabis Bakehouse, we offer three truffle lines: Happy Tuber, Mush Magic en MakaEach line has its own character and strength scale. Below you can see what distinguishes them and which type suits which level.
Happy Tuber — the strength ladder
Happy Tuber features a clear progression from light to intense, making it easy to choose exactly the strength that suits you. From a first tentative introduction to a profound experience for the seasoned user.
Mush Magic — versatile and accessible
Mush Magic is a popular Dutch truffle line with varieties for every experience level. The assortment ranges from mild and accessible to powerful and intense. Mush Magic is also known for their extensive microdosing line, with specifically dosed variants for concentration, creativity, energy, and productivity.
Maka — powerful and pure
Maka is an established name in the truffle world, known for its consistently strong quality. The Maka line offers an extensive range of varieties, suitable for those who want to explore which truffle suits them best.
Microdosing — sub-perceptual use
Microdosing is a very different way of using: no trip, but a subtle, daily effect. Mush Magic offers a complete range for this, with five dosed variants aimed at different goals: Original, Clarity, Creativity, Energy, and Productivity.
Step 3: Determine the correct dosage
If you know which level and type you want, the quantity determines how intense the experience actually becomes. All quantities below are for fresh magic truffles.
| Level | Quantity (fresh) | Recommended type | For Whom |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microdosing | 0,2 to 1 gram | Microdosing Pack | Everyone, daily use |
| Quiet | 3 to 7 gram | Brain-e, Space-e, Mush Magic light | Beginners, first introduction |
| Normal | 7 to 15 gram | Space-e, Euphoria-e, Maka | Some experience, quiet setting |
| diep | 15 to 22 gram | Euphoria-e, Special-e | Advanced, with trip-sitter |
| Heroic | 22+ grams | Special-e, Trip-e | Very experienced users |
The influence of body weight
Body weight affects the dosage, but less than most people think. For every 10 kilograms difference compared to 70 kg, the recommended amount shifts by approximately 6%. Consequently, someone weighing 90 kg needs about 12% more than someone weighing 70 kg. Someone weighing 50 kg needs 12% less.
More important than weight is your personal sensitivity to psilocybin. This varies greatly from person to person and is difficult to predict in advance. Always start on the low end, especially if you are taking a strain for the first time.
Lemon Tek: faster and slightly more intense
Lemon Tek is a popular preparation method in which you soak finely chopped truffles in fresh lemon juice for 20 to 25 minutes before ingestion. The acid mimics stomach acid and converts a portion of the psilocybin into psilocin, the active substance. As a result, the effect starts faster and the trip is somewhat more intense but shorter.
If you use Lemon Tek, take approximately 30% less than the normal dosage. Do not use this as a starting point if you have no prior experience with truffles.
Set and setting: just as important as the dosage
No matter how well your strain and dosage are right, a bad set (mood) or setting (environment) can make an experience unnecessarily heavy. Always prepare yourself.
Trip Stopper: always at hand
Regardless of your experience level, we recommend always having a Trip Stopper within reach. Not because it is always necessary, but for peace of mind.
Contains valerian root and L-theanine, which help to calm down during an overly intense experience. Not a true "stopper," but helps reduce intensity and ground you. View the Trip Stopper →
Wait at least two weeks between sessions.
Psilocybin builds tolerance quickly. If you take a second time too soon, you will hardly notice any effect at the same dose. Wait at least two weeks between two sessions. This gives your body and mind time to fully process the experience.
A different rhythm applies to microdosing. The most popular protocol is the Fadiman ProtocolTake on day 1, rest on days 2 and 3, and resume taking on day 4. This prevents tolerance from developing and gives you the opportunity to closely observe the effects.
