Nootropics: discover our focus faves

Warm, comforting and golden, this turmeric latte blend is sunshine for your senses. Naturya’s take on the classic golden milk brings together aromatic turmeric, creamy coconut and a gentle hint of spice for a soothing sip that feels indulgent yet nourishing. Stir into warm milk or a plant-based alternative for a smooth drink that’s perfect morning or night. Perfect for soothing evenings or whenever you want a mindful moment.

Brighten up your mornings with this smooth, creamy twist on classic matcha. PerfectTed’s Vanilla Bean Matcha Tea Powder combines ceremonial-grade green tea with vanilla for a subtly sweet, balanced flavour that tastes delicious. Whisk or shake it into hot water, a milk of your choice or your favourite smoothie for a touch of comfort that fits seamlessly into your daily routine. No bitterness, no fuss, just deliciousness.

Spacegoods Hydro Dust Watermelon Flavour is a powdered drink mix designed to be stirred into water for a light, easy-to-drink option. With a watermelon taste and soft pink colour, it offers an alternative to plain water without adding fuss to your routine. Quick to mix and easy to take with you, it works well at home, at your desk or on the go. Enjoy it during the day, after movement, or whenever you want a change from regular water.

Dive into your day with this deliciously rich chocolate blend that’s anything but ordinary. Spacegoods Rainbow Dust stirs together a mix of mushrooms and botanicals with indulgent cocoa for a velvety sip. Enjoy it warm with your favourite milk, swirl it into oats or blend it into a smoothie for a moment of indulgence. Whether it’s a mid-morning treat or a late-night treat, this mushroom mix tastes stellar.

Zingy lemon and delicate elderflower are enhanced with vitamins and nootropics for a functional fizz. The star ingredients are lion’s mane mushroom and ginseng, as well as vitamin B12, which supports normal psychological function and helps to reduce tiredness and fatigue.^3,4 So, pop a chilled can in your bag before that big meeting.

You’ll find mushrooms, adaptogens and vitamins galore in this vegan superfood mix, all blended with cocoa powder. It contains lion’s mane and cordyceps mushrooms, plus ginseng, an adaptogen and traditional medicinal herb. There's also amino acid L-tyrosine and a mix of energy-yielding B vitamins. Pantothenic acid contributes to normal mental performance. Stir into smoothies, yoghurts, drinks for an easy way to enjoy.

You’ve likely heard about fermented, fizzy kombucha. No.1 Living was founded by former England Rugby World Cup champion Jonny Wilkinson. This blackberry-flavoured brew is fortified with vitamin B12 to support energy-yielding metabolism.¹⁰ It also contains live cultures – did you know there’s a connection between the gut and brain?

Neubria’s goal is to support overall wellness and Charge is just one of their scientifically backed supplements. These contain B vitamins to help reduce tiredness and fatigue and four types of ginseng round off the mix.⁹

Functional and delicious, this herbal tea is blended to support brain health and give you a moment of calm. Each cup delivers 3.7mg of zinc, contributing to normal cognitive function,11 along with 1g of lion’s mane mushroom.  The green tea and rosemary blend adds an aromatic, earthy base, while haskap berry gives it a subtle, fruity flavour. Take a little time out to make this supportive tea – steep for three to four minutes in freshly boiled water, remove the teabag and add the sachet powder, stirring until dissolved. Breathe in the fragrant scent as you sip.

These vegan capsules combine some of the most-researched ingredients in the nootropics space. Each dose delivers 600mg of lion’s mane mushroom extract, alongside ginseng, omega-3 and B vitamins. Plus, there’s B12 in there which supports normal psychological and nervous system function. Take one to two tablets per day – morning or midday is great. Plus, they’re vegan and gluten-free, and don’t contain any unnecessary fillers.

This botanical blend combines lion’s mane mushroom with maca root, ginkgo biloba and vit B12 – ingredients often considered helpful for supporting brain health. With added vitamin B12, which can help the body release energy and keep your nervous system healthy.¹² It’s sugar-free, vegan and doesn’t have the earthy taste that some mushroom powders have. If caffeine gives you jitters, try swapping your daily brew for this fruity blend. Add a heaped teaspoon of powder to 200ml of water and stir well. Great for workdays, study sessions or exam season. You just need one serving a day.

Gummies are a tastier alternative to tablets. These strawberry-flavoured ones combine brain ingredients with science-backed power. Each daily dose delivers vitamin B12¹² to support energy levels, along with guarana extract – a natural source of caffeine – that may help with alertness.¹³ The blend also includes botanicals like lion’s mane mushroom¹⁴ and ashwagandha.¹⁵ Win-win. Take two gummies daily, ideally in the morning or early afternoon to help when it matters most. There’s no need for water, it’s just a quick chew that easily fits into your routine.