Reishi coffee is growing in popularity for those seeking a functional, low-caffeine start to the day. But what about the evening? At Moksha Chocolate, we believe Reishi’s true power is best experienced when it's time to slow down, not speed up.
That’s why we created our Nighttime Reishi Mushroom Chocolate, a calming, bean-to-bar chocolate intentionally formulated for rest and relaxation. While Reishi coffee may work well in the morning, Moksha’s Reishi chocolate is crafted to support the body’s natural rhythms as the day comes to a close.
Why We Use Reishi
At Moksha, we craft bean-to-bar functional mushroom chocolate to support overall health and wellness. Each bar is created with purpose, featuring specific mushrooms and cacao percentages that match the body’s daily cycles.
For our nighttime blend, Reishi was the natural choice. Often referred to as the “Spirit Mushroom” or “Divine Mushroom,” Reishi is the Japanese name for a species of Ganoderma. It has long been used in traditional Chinese and Japanese medicine to promote restful sleep, reduce stress, and calm the mind.
Today, Reishi mushrooms are known for their adaptogenic qualities, helping the body manage stress and transition more easily into rest. Many people now include Reishi in their bedtime routines, and Moksha’s chocolate provides a delicious and intentional way to do so.
Reishi Coffee vs. Reishi Chocolate
Reishi coffee is typically consumed in the morning and combines mushroom powder with brewed coffee. While it may help reduce caffeine jitters, it still contains a stimulant, which may not be ideal for those who are caffeine-sensitive or looking to truly unwind.
Moksha’s Reishi chocolate, by contrast, is thoughtfully crafted to be low in caffeine. Made with 65% cacao, it delivers rich chocolate flavor with a lower level of theobromine, the natural stimulant in cacao. This makes it a soothing, rather than energizing, experience.
It’s a different kind of ritual. One that marks the end of your day, not the beginning.
How We Perfected the Flavor
Reishi mushrooms have a bold, earthy bitterness, which is quite different from what most people expect in a chocolate bar. This distinct flavor is the result of Ganoderic acid, a triterpene compound unique to Reishi. Like all functional mushrooms, Reishi also contains fungal beta-glucans, which are valued for their wellness-supporting properties.
Finding the right flavor balance took time. After many test batches, we arrived at our ideal formulation: a 65% dark mylk chocolate made with:
- Single-origin cacao and cocoa butter, stone-ground for five days
- Organic Reishi mushroom powder and extract from the whole fruiting body
- Organic coconut milk and coconut sugar to create a creamy texture and natural caramel notes
This careful process allows Reishi’s beneficial compounds to fully integrate while preserving the flavor integrity of the chocolate.
How Moksha Reishi Chocolate Is Made
Each Moksha bar begins in our Boulder, Colorado factory. We start by stone-grinding ethically sourced cacao and organic cocoa butter. Next, we incorporate whole-fruiting body Reishi mushroom powder and a concentrated extract. Finally, we add organic coconut sugar.
The blend is ground for five full days, enhancing both texture and nutrient availability. The end result is a deeply flavorful inclusion bar designed to relax the body and soothe the mind.
Tasting Notes
- Caramel
- Smooth and creamy
- Coconut
- Earthy
- A gentle bitterness softened by sweetness
Reishi Chocolate as a Nighttime Ritual
Reishi coffee must be brewed, and it often still stimulates. Reishi chocolate, on the other hand, is effortless. Just unwrap a square, let it melt on your tongue, and allow the flavors to signal the shift into rest.
This is chocolate meant for your senses. It’s a quiet pause at the end of your day, a moment of mindful indulgence.
Final Thoughts
Reishi coffee may be suitable for mornings, but when you’re winding down, Moksha’s Nighttime Reishi Chocolate offers a more fitting choice. Thoughtfully designed, deeply flavorful, and aligned with your body’s natural rhythms, it’s a delicious way to welcome rest.
