Disclosure: TopShelf Mushrooms and Pilly Labs are operated by the same team. This page includes promotional links to Pilly Labs. Product comparisons are based on current labels, prices, policies, and cited research.
Quick answer: Caffeine per serving across major mushroom coffee brands ranges from about 35 mg (MUD\WTR Original) to 90 mg (RYZE Dark Roast). Most instant mushroom coffees land in the 45–55 mg range — roughly half a standard brewed cup. Pilly Labs Premium Mushroom Coffee does not publish an exact milligram figure; its label describes the caffeine as “approximately equivalent to one standard cup of coffee,” which we’re flagging below as not clearly disclosed.
Why Caffeine Numbers Are Hard to Compare Across Mushroom Coffee Brands
Mushroom coffee caffeine content depends almost entirely on how much actual coffee is in the blend — the mushrooms themselves contain no caffeine. Some brands use full-strength instant coffee. Others cut the coffee ratio with cacao, chai, or extra fillers to intentionally lower the dose. That means “mushroom coffee” isn’t one caffeine category. It’s six or more different products wearing the same label.
The problem for buyers: not every brand puts an exact milligram number where you can find it. Some state it clearly on the product page or supplement facts panel. Others describe it only by comparison (“about half a regular cup,” “roughly equivalent to one cup”) without a hard number. Both are technically informative, but only one lets you actually calculate your daily caffeine intake. Our guide to reading a mushroom supplement label covers how to spot the difference.
The Caffeine Chart: Six Labels, One Consistent Basis
Every figure below comes from each brand’s own product page, packaging, or help center as of this writing, cross-checked against retailer listings where available. Figures marked “not clearly disclosed” mean the brand does not publish an exact milligram amount for that product.
1. Four Sigmatic — Original Mushroom Coffee (Instant)
- Caffeine per serving: ~50 mg
- Disclosure level: Exact figure stated on the official product page and packaging.
- Format: Instant, single-serve or bagged.
2. RYZE — Mushroom Coffee
- Caffeine per serving: ~48 mg (Medium Roast) / ~80–90 mg (Dark Roast)
- Disclosure level: Exact figures stated on the official site, broken out by roast.
- Format: Instant powder, 2,000 mg total mushroom blend disclosed per serving.
3. MUD\WTR
- Caffeine per serving: ~35 mg (Original cacao/chai blend) / ~45 mg (Coffee blend)
- Disclosure level: Exact figures published in the brand’s own help center, broken out by product line.
- Note: MUD\WTR’s Turmeric blend is caffeine-free; its Matcha blend runs higher, at roughly 55 mg — a reminder that “mushroom coffee” and “this specific flavor” aren’t always the same caffeine number, even within one brand.
4. Clevr Blends — Coffee SuperLatte
- Caffeine per serving: ~50 mg
- Disclosure level: Exact figure stated on the official product page.
- Note: Clevr’s other flavors (chai, mocha, matcha) range from about 35–45 mg; its turmeric flavor is caffeine-free.
5. Everyday Dose
- Caffeine per serving: Commonly cited estimate around 45 mg, based on the product’s total 2,275 mg blend (which also includes L-theanine and collagen).
- Disclosure level: This brand does not publish an exact caffeine breakdown separate from the total blend weight. The 45 mg figure is a third-party estimate, not a confirmed label statement — treat it as approximate. [VERIFY BEFORE PUBLISHING: confirm current exact figure directly from the brand’s supplement facts panel before citing as fact.]
6. Pilly Labs — Premium Mushroom Coffee (Medium Roast)
- Caffeine per serving: Not clearly disclosed. The supplement facts panel states caffeine content is “approximately equivalent to one standard cup of coffee” — no milligram figure is provided.
- What is disclosed: The formula ratio is stated as 70% freeze-dried multi-origin Arabica coffee, 15% organic lion’s mane, and 15% organic chaga, with roughly 1,400 mg of coffee and 600 mg total mushroom content per serving.
- Why this matters: A standard 8-oz brewed cup of coffee typically runs somewhere between about 80 and 100 mg of caffeine, though this varies by bean and brew method. “Approximately equivalent to one cup” is directionally useful, but it isn’t the same as a hard number you can total up across your daily intake. If you need an exact figure and it isn’t on the label you’re holding, that’s a legitimate reason to contact the brand before relying on it for caffeine-sensitive planning.
What the Chart Actually Tells You
Two separate things are being compared here, and it’s worth keeping them apart. The first is dose: how much caffeine you’re actually getting, which ranges roughly threefold across these six products (35 mg to 90 mg). The second is transparency: whether the brand tells you that number directly or makes you estimate it.
Most of the brands above disclose an exact figure. That’s the standard worth expecting. When a label gives you a comparison instead of a number — “like a regular cup,” “about half the caffeine” — you can still use the product, but you’re working with an estimate, not a fact you can build a caffeine budget around.
This is separate from the question of whether a product’s mushroom content matches what research has studied — a different and, frankly, bigger problem across this category. Independent testing has found that a majority of commercial mushroom supplement products fail to match their label claims, largely because of low-quality sourcing rather than caffeine mislabeling specifically. That’s a sourcing and authenticity issue, not a caffeine issue, but it’s part of the same “read the label carefully” discipline this chart is asking you to apply.
How to Use This Chart Before You Buy
If you’re caffeine-sensitive, pregnant, nursing, or managing a health condition where stimulant intake matters, don’t rely on comparison language like “about a cup.” Look for an exact milligram figure on the supplement facts panel. If it isn’t there, email the brand and ask — a reputable company should have a number on file even if it isn’t printed on the bag. For a deeper dive, see Cornbread Hemp Focus Mushroom Gummies Review 2026.
It’s also worth checking how the mushroom content is dosed, not just the caffeine. Our dose math guide walks through how to compare a labeled milligram amount against the doses used in published research, so you know whether a product’s mushroom content is in a meaningful range or mostly there for the marketing. For a closer look at Pilly Labs specifically, including its full ingredient disclosure and dosing notes, see the Pilly Labs Premium Mushroom Coffee review.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is mushroom coffee always lower in caffeine than regular coffee?
Not always. Most instant mushroom coffees fall in the 35–55 mg range, well under a standard 80–100 mg brewed cup. But some, like RYZE Dark Roast, land closer to regular coffee at 80–90 mg. Always check the specific product, not just the category.
Why doesn’t every brand list an exact caffeine number?
Some brands describe caffeine by comparison rather than by milligram count, especially when the coffee source or roast can vary batch to batch. This is more common in smaller or newer supplement brands. It’s not necessarily a red flag, but it does mean you can’t calculate an exact daily total from the label alone.
Does the mushroom content in these products affect caffeine at all?
No. Functional mushrooms like lion’s mane, chaga, cordyceps, and reishi contain no caffeine. All the caffeine in these products comes from the coffee (or, in MUD\WTR’s case, black tea) portion of the blend.
How much caffeine is considered safe per day?
General guidance for healthy adults commonly cited by health authorities is up to about 400 mg per day, though individual tolerance varies and some people should consume far less or avoid caffeine entirely. This is general information, not a recommendation for your specific situation — ask a healthcare provider if you have questions about your own caffeine limit.
Is a higher-caffeine mushroom coffee “better”?
Not inherently. More caffeine isn’t a marker of quality — it mostly reflects how much coffee is in the blend versus other ingredients. Whether a higher or lower dose suits you depends on your own sensitivity, timing, and health situation, not on which number is bigger.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Ask a qualified healthcare professional about supplements, medications, pregnancy, or health conditions.
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