There comes a time in the life of a psychonaut when gentle doses and contemplative journeys fall a bit short. You’ve floated through colorful fractals, seen the music, and spoken to the universe…but you still want more. Because once you’ve tasted the nectar of expanded consciousness, the desire to explore everything, to reach the boundaries of the indescribable, becomes a powerful calling impossible to ignore.
This article is for you, who have already walked through your inner jungle guided by experience. At Alchimia Grow Shop, we know that not all magic mushrooms are for everyone, and that’s why we bring you a selection of the most potent strains you can find in our online store. Pure hardcore psychedelic. Get ready for the serious stuff—this is serious stuff!
Advanced Psychonautics: When the journey becomes a ritual
Psychonautics is the exploration of altered states of consciousness for philosophical, therapeutic, creative, or spiritual purposes. But for the advanced user, it goes further: it becomes an almost ritualistic act, where every detail—from the setting to the intention—has a symbolic weight that will influence the final experience.
There’s no room for improvisation here, as the set-up is planned as if it were an expedition to another planet: warm lighting, a playlist carefully planned, a notebook on hand in case the gods want to dictate a poem…It’s important to have everything under control to flow during the trip and ensure nothing goes awry. Some even prepare their bodies with fasting or meditation, while others design the trip with a specific question in mind, a kind of search for answers from within.
And when the dose is high and the mushroom is potent, the trip can be both brutal and luminous: a descent into the depths of the self, or an explosion of beauty impossible to verbalize. The senses intersect, time and ego dissolve, and what remains…well, what remains usually changes you forever.
Magic mushrooms and dosage: a flight manual to avoid crashing
Before diving headfirst into this unique journey, it’s a good idea to understand the standard dosage levels typically recommended for mushroom use. A pleasant stroll through geometric patterns while listening to your favorite music isn’t the same as a complete ego-shattering experience complete with an interstellar hug, so it’s best to have a clear idea of what kind of effects you’ll get with each dose:
- Microdoses (0.1–0.3 g dry): There’s no such thing as a trip, but rather a subtle heightened awareness. Greater focus, improved mood, and sometimes a playful creativity that creeps into the everyday. Ideal for days of creative work or for dealing with emotional blocks or issues.
- Low dose (0.5–1 g): The first psychoactive effects begin: breathing textures, echoing thoughts, and a smile that you can’t quite put your finger on. This is what many call the “social dose”: fun, easygoing, and introspective, but not frightening.
- Medium dose (1–2.5 g): Here you enter visionary territory, with visual distortion, deep emotional connections, and an expanded perception of the world. This is the sweet spot for most users with average experience: balanced, revealing, and manageable.
- High dose (2.5–5 g): Things get serious. The ego begins to crackle, personal symbols manifest, and experiences can be both mystical and confrontational. In this range, it’s helpful to have prior experience and be in a safe, comfortable environment.
- Megadose or “heroic dose” (+5g): This is where the boundary is crossed. Depersonalization, union with the absolute, regressions, archetypal visions, symbolic death. This dose isn’t taken for nothing: it’s planned, respected, and honored. Here we are already on shamanic ground, don’t doubt it!
However, remember that these doses refer to magic mushrooms with medium potency levels; logically, if you consume more potent varieties than normal, you may experience certain effects with lower doses than those indicated here. Keep that in mind!
Bad trips and magic mushrooms
Without a doubt, a bad mushroom trip is a truly intense experience for those who experience it. But why do these bad trips occur? What is the cause of these types of effects? Can anything be done to stop or mitigate them? Today we answer all these questions.
Strains for advanced psychonauts: five ‘shrooms for deep journeys
Well, now that we’ve made it clear that today’s topic is a bit of a challenge, let’s present our gourmet selection of especially potent mushroom varieties for experienced sailors. Unforgiving mushrooms that, when used properly, can open doors you never knew existed…
Penis Envy: The phallic legend of psilocybin
Few strains generate as much respect (and hype, why not say it) as Penis Envy. It’s said to have been developed by Terence McKenna himself and selected for its extremely high psilocybin content. Its dense, phallic appearance isn’t just visual: it’s a warning.
At equivalent doses, it produces much more intense effects than a standard cubensis. The visuals are hyper-defined, the body enters a state of vibrational tremor, and the mind… well, let’s just say it takes you on a path of self-talk from the depths of existence.
Ideal for long, in-depth sessions, with time to absorb what you’ve experienced. It’s not a festival mushroom, it’s a catharsis mushroom.
Melmac Thrasher: Hammer of the cosmos
The Melmac Thrasher isn’t a mushroom, it’s an interstellar spacecraft with a hyperdrive engine. Derived from Penis Envy, but with a much faster come-uppance and a brutal peak intensity, it’s the option for those who’ve already tried everything… and still want more.
Its effects are both physical and mental: tingling throughout the body, strong kinesthetic sensations, and a mind that expands like a frantic fractal. Very visual, very potent, and not recommended for anyone inexperienced with high doses.
Tidal Wave Ape: Hybrid psychedelia with waves of euphoria
Imagine the best of Penis Envy and the best of B+, fused into a single, raw, playful mushroom. Tidal Wave Ape is just that: a psychedelic storm that starts strong, builds fast, and sweeps you away on a wave of electric visuals and sensations.
Although it’s highly potent, it has a brighter emotional profile. Perfect for sensory journeys, art sessions, or introspection without excessive emotional baggage. Still, be careful: if you don’t hold on tight, this wave will launch you into another dimension!
Albino Golden Teacher: The teacher who sees beyond
Let’s take the classic Golden Teacher, that gentle and profound shaman… and put an albino, ethereal, almost spectral mask on him. That’s what this strain is: a more intense, more spiritual version, with a much more pronounced visual profile than its parent.
The pale color of the Albino Golden Teacher is just a hint of its power. This mushroom teaches, but it doesn’t nurture. Ideal for those seeking a symbolic, introspective experience steeped in archetypal teachings. Perfect for deep spiritual explorations.
Psilocybe Azurescens: The beast of the forest
Here we change species. Psilocybe azurescens is not a hybridized cubensis, but a very potent wild mushroom native to the northwestern United States, especially Oregon. And it is probably the most potent of all known psilocybes.
Its effects are absolutely devastating. Total ego dissolution, complex visions, extreme sensory feedback. Some speak of intense mystical experiences, but also of “dying and being reborn” in the literal sense. It’s not a mushroom you take for pleasure: it’s taken for transformation.
Final considerations
To put it simply: with this type of mushroom, don’t improvise. If you try one of these varieties, do so wisely, calmly, and respectfully. Prepare your space, your body, and your mind. If it’s your first time with one of these beasts, start small, with low doses: there’s time for everything, and you’re sure to find another opportunity to increase the dose. And if you decide to take the plunge, do it with a clear mind and a willingness, and, if possible, with someone else.
Because, as we always say in this world of psychonautics, the true journey is not outward, but inward. And believe us: there’s still much to discover…
Happy journey!
What is Psilocybin and what are its effects?
After decades of neglect, psilocybin is nowadays the subject of dozens of studies and clinical trials all over the world, showing especially promising results in the treatment of conditions like depression or anxiety. In addition to its well-known properties in recreational or spiritual contexts, the news regarding its possible medicinal properties further adds to the interest to this compound.
