How To Make The Best Kratom Tea - Step by Step Guide

Brewing up a cup of Kratom tea is one of the most preferred ways by many to consume the naturally grown herbal, Mitragyna Speciosa. If increased energy and enhanced mood are what you’re after, then you’ll be able to reap full benefits from drinking Kratom tea. Easy to prepare, all you need is Kratom in a coarsely ground or crushed form, weigh scale, a pot, strainer, cup, some water, and a stove to boil on. We’ll help you through the process and provide recipe guidelines along with variations, Kratom dosage information, and how to store your Kratom tea. Before we get into all that, I’m sure you’d like to know the characteristics of Kratom tea and what makes this method of consumption so great; let’s dive in!

What is Kratom Tea

Kratom tea is a herbal remedy consumed by many for its refreshing, energizing and stimulating effects on the body and mind. When Kratom leaves are brewed as tea or kratom powder is added to hot water, the alkaloids in the Kratom infuse into the water. Thus, through ingesting, the individual’s physiology is modulated. As a result, drinking Kratom tea often results in increased desired physiological effects.

Note: The amount of sediment found at the bottom of the Kratom powder tea may be an indicator of the alkaloid constitution. The more sediments, the more alkaloids, the more effects.

Benefits of Drinking Kratom Tea

The way you consume your Kratom with yields specific side effects. Many people enjoy drinking Kratom tea because they claim there are minimal side effects. Individuals also say that drinking Kratom tea eliminates the possibility of the nasty wobbly side effect that is often associated with consuming the powder straight.

If you are looking for a method to consume your Kratom that will offer more significant stimulation effects, then drinking Kratom tea is the answer.

* It’s important to note that if maximum pain benefits are what you desire from drinking your Kratom tea, this method will not be the best for you because the analgesic effects are masked slightly when Kratom is made into tea.

How long before the effects of Kratom tea kick in?

Within 20-30 min the effects of Kratom tea can kick in, thus making it one of the most fast-acting methods of consumption. What’s great about taking Kratom in a tea is that it’s an easy way to control your intake for the simple fact that it’s being consumed slowly. If you feel any minor unwanted side effects coming on, you can stop drinking the tea. The relaxing and stimulating effects of drinking Kratom tea will typically last 2-3 hours but could last longer depending on the strength of the batch. Strains such as Maeng Da often last longer.

For tips on how to increase the length of time, you feel the effects,

check out #6 in our FAQ, found at the bottom of this article.

What are the main benefits of drinking Kratom tea?

First, the great thing about consuming Kratom in tea is that drinking tea naturally helps release endorphins in the brain, which activate your opiate receptors, thus bringing about happiness. Since it is only Kratom in water, it is all-natural. There are numerous benefits of consuming Kratom powder in a tea; these are the most common:

Reduced pain
Offers energy boosting effects
Helps lesson feelings of bloating and/or abdominal cramps
Increases focus
Improves skin complexion
Boasts healing properties by increasing circulation and blood flow
Elevated mood

Kratom Tea Recipes – Basics to Brewing

There are various procedures for brewing Kratom tea, some more simplified than others, but they all share a similar method. If you’re looking for a streamlined way to brew a cup of Kratom tea, head to the bottom of this section.

Take a look below for what you’ll need to make Kratom tea:

Kratom tea leaves or powder (depending on the recipe)
Weigh scale
Saucepan
Heat source (stove or kettle)
Strainer
Water
Flavour enhancer (ex. Lemon)

Standard method for how to make Kratom tea – Maximum benefit method

The following recipe is for eight doses of semi-strong Kratom tea. Remember that adequately making the tea takes a bit of time, so making more and storing it for same-day use or next-day use will help you save on time. However, if you want to make strong kratom tea, this is the best method.

For 8 doses you will require 2 oz of dried crushed or coarsely ground leaves. In a saucepan, combine the leaves as well as 1 litre of water.

* See the next section for how to measure your dosage correctly

* If you have a blender or coffee grinder, you can use either to grind your Kratom leaves

Bring the liquid to a simmer for 15 min
Pass the liquid through a colander or strainer into a container and reserve
Squeeze the leaves in the colander to extract the remaining water
Return the leaves to the saucepan, add another litre of water
Simmer again for another 15 min
Strain the liquid into the container where you put the liquid from step 3
Simmer both batches together & reduce

The longer you reduce the liquid, the more concentrated it will become. You can experiment at this stage to see how much reduction in the liquid provides you with your desired effect.
Throw the leaves out after you’ve simmered them a second time

Simplified method of a Kratom tea recipe

Take 1/2 cup of water & squeeze in the juice of 1/2 lemon.
Bring the water to a simmer while stirring in the Kratom powder or leaves (measured out based on your deserted dosage – see section to follow on dosage guidelines)
Simmer for 15 minutes
Take off the heat source & Strain
Reserve any undissolved powder or the leaves, for use later or throw away.

*Remember, when using the leftover Kratom a second time, the tea will not be as potent.

Although you can mix in powder to a hot cup of water, you will not receive maximum benefits, and that’s because simmering the tea will allow for full release and absorption of the alkaloid properties into the water.

Dosage Information

For accurate dosages, always measure your Kratom with a scale rather than by volume for the simple reason that 1 tsp of finely ground Kratom will weigh different than 1 tsp of crushed leaves. Therefore, measuring by volume will result in inaccuracies.

The information below on dosages serves only as a general guide for the average person. Everyone will react differently to a specific dosage which is why it’s always good to listen to your body and take care when experimenting with a herbal remedy that is new to you. What may be strong or weak for one may not be for another.

As a general guide, for a finely ground powder:

1-3 grams will produce a mild effect

5 g – standard dose for an average user

10 g – a strong dose

11 + – extremely strong dosage

Measuring your dosage

1 tsp of:

Coarsely ground = 0.8g

Finely ground = 2g

Very finely ground = 2.25g

Storing & Reheating Your Kratom Tea

For the best effects, it is advisable to drink your Kratom tea immediately following preparation. However, if you want to make a larger batch and store it for later consumption, you’ll still be able to enjoy the benefits if you follow these steps for proper storage.

1) Cool your batch of tea before pouring it into a container, preferably a sealed glass container. Glass is best to ensure that no contaminants can leach through.

2) Place inside the fridge for storage for up to 5 days.

3) If drinking the tea cold, make sure you stir the liquid so that the sediments can be mixed back in; these would have precipitated out while sitting in the fridge. We do advise heating the tea back up so these sediments can adequately dissolve.

4) Re-heat on a simmer until the tea is adequately warmed and the sediments are dissolved.

5) Pour yourself a cup of tea and enjoy the effects.

*Take a look below at #4 in the FAQ to know how to add flavour to your Kratom tea; you’re going to want to!

FAQ

Can I get Kratom Tea in Canada?

Currently, pre-made Kratom tea bags are not available for purchase in Canada. The reason being Kratom tea packets would come under scrutiny by Health Canada. However, you are free to make your tea for “scientific purposes” with Kratom, which can be purchased online or from a head shop.

What’s the best time of day to drink my Kratom tea?

First thing’s first, the time of day you drink your tea may change the type and intensity of the side effects you experience. These slight difference in the side effects is affected by the time of day of ingestion. The circadian biology of your system plays a huge factor in these side effects. For example, we will naturally feel drowsy closer to the evening; therefore, if you drink Kratom tea at night, you may amplify these feelings more.

Should I drink my tea on a full or empty stomach?

This is an area that has not yet been scientifically observed very well. What is known, though, is there is a possibility that when consuming Kratom tea on an empty stomach, individuals may potentially experience mild irritability and anxiety; for others, you will notice no side effects at all. Factors such as the time between meals & Kratom ingestion, hydration, type of macronutrients & micronutrients ingested before or after Kratom may all affect the side effects you may experience. In addition, research suggests that certain drugs reach their maximum plasma concentrations when consumed on an empty stomach. Studies also claim that eating before ingesting a drug will affect hormones and neurotransmitters, determining how you respond to a particular substance.

What type of powder should I use to make my Kratom tea?

The answer to this question will depend on the desired effect you’re after although, the preferred strain is red-veined Bali. This variety produces the most relaxing and powerful impact, leaving the individual with a feeling of comfort and ease. However, for a more stimulating effect and an enhanced energy booster, the Maeng Da variety and a white vein kratom will produce the best effect.

We advise you to experiment with different strains as each one will provide varied effects; what may work for one may not be as effective for another. Therefore, experimenting with various strains will help you determine the best one for you.

What’s the flavour like?

You now know to brew a cup of the best Kratom tea, but before you make your first batch, we’d like to remind you of one vital thing. Kratom tea does not taste good, we’d like to say it’s an acquired taste, but that would be an understatement. Kratom tea is exceptionally bitter and undesirable to drink, which is why you’ll want to jazz it up a bit.

Here’s a few ways you can add flavour to your Kratom tea:

Squeeze in a little fresh lemon into your cup. Not only will the lemon improve the flavour, it will actually help to protect the alkaloids present in the Kratom.
For all those chocolate fans, you can add powdered chocolate to the mix for an energy boosted hot chocolate.
Some other examples of flavour enhancers are honey, raw sugar, and cinnamon.

Is Kratom stable at high temperatures?

Although Kratom is stable at high temperatures, it doesn’t hurt to take precautions to protect the alkaloids, which is why we recommend that rather than boiling Kratom tea, it is best only to simmer it.

How can I make the effects of Kratom tea last longer?

If you want to lengthen the time you’ll feel the effects of your tea, you can do several things such as: Using a more potent strain, combining two strains, drinking the tea on an empty stomach, brewing the tea for longer, or taking a more concentrated dosage.

Conclusion

With our guide on making Kratom tea, we’re sure you now know to become a pro at brewing up the best cup of tea on the block with the maximum effectiveness you desire. Always remember to follow the procedure for your Kratom tea recipe and use the proper measurements to ensure you’re consuming a safe amount; if you do this, you’ll have nothing to worry about. Since Kratom tea doesn’t have extreme risks and drinking Kratom tea in Canada is legal, you can drink it with peace of mind and ease.

Disclaimer: Make sure that you are buying your Kratom from a reliable source, one that completes rigorous testing on their products to ensure there are no contaminants present.