Metocin
What is Metocin?
Metocin was first synthesized by Alexander “Sasha” Shulgin in the 1970s. It’s 4-HO-MET. It is a tryptamine producing psychedelic effects
I see an odd kind of orangey oil or watery substance in my bag?
We’ll want you to send photos to our team atsupport@advancedmyco.comjust to be sure, but we call that metabolites. It sometimes indicates that the mycelium may have encountered some bacteria or other foreign substance which it is fighting – that’s an indication of it digesting it! This may not impact the growth of your mushrooms, but you’ll want to keep an eye on it just in case!
My cat/dog/parrot/hamster bit my bag! What do I do!?
First – make sure your pet is safe and did not ingest any plastic!
Second – clean off the spot with an alcohol wipe, hydrogen peroxide, or whatever you have, and immediately tape any holes!
Here’s the deal: we can’t guarantee your mushrooms will survive this. Animals have bacteria in their mouths and the fortress of protection has been compromised. But depending on how far along the grow bag is in colonization, your chances may be good. The more colonized (white) your grow bag is, the higher likelihood of saving it!
We can’t replace a grow bag that doesn’t perform due to this kind of an issue, however if you email the team at support@advancedmyco.com and explain what happened, we can issue you a 50% off coupon for another bag and culture to try again.
Bonus points if you send us an adorable photo of your pet.
I think my bag is too dry, can I add water?
Please do not open your bag before harvest. Not even to add water. You can and likely will contaminate your bag, and we do not replace bags that were opened.
If you are concerned your bag is too dry, please email us at support@advancedmyco.com. Including photos is helpful as well!
Our bags are hydrated to field capacity, which doesn’t actively look wet, but contains enough moisture for growth. If you live in a particularly dry climate and are concerned that the dryness in the air may be impacting growth consider a humidifier.
I only grew a few mushrooms - is that normal, what do I do?
Yield can vary based on genetics, environment, and other minor factors. You can get a second harvest by following our Harvest & Replenish Guide, sometimes second harvests are bigger (that depends – we often find fewer but bigger fruits in a second harvest).
To set your expectations accordingly:
Our Shrüm V3 mini bag yields an average of 5-10 grams of dry fruit. We have seen as much as 18 grams from a single bag (multiple harvests).
Our MIKEADELICS or former Shrüm V2 grow bag yields an average of 10-20 grams of dry fruit. We have seen as much as 35 grams from a single bag (multiple harvests).


You were a mushroom grow bag company, why produce a synthesized compound?
Before we even started our company, we have been long-time psychedelic enthusiasts. Improving access to the benefits of psychedelics has been one of our major goals, and along with our affection for mycology we were happy to bring the magic of mushrooms to people through our grow bags & mushroom genetics. We will continue to do so, for those that desire them. We know, however, that mushrooms take time to grow, and metocin is an accessible compound that produces effects we are similarly fond of.
Our company focus has been radical simplicity, and our passion is the magic of psychedelics. What could be simpler?
But what about plant medicine?
Compounds can be synthesized in nature, or in a laboratory. Many compounds found in nature are also produced synthetically. We’re non-judgmental about the source of compounds, except to ensure that they are clean, safe, and produce the desired effects.
Is this legal?
Metocin is not federally scheduled, nor banned.
Is this one of those “premium mushroom blend/proprietary mushroom blend” products?
We are allergic to this non-sense of “Proprietary Mushroom Blends” and “Non-Detect COAs”
Clarity is core to our identity as it is core to the only safe responsible way to consume these compounds.
We’re not hiding what’s inside, we’re not using ephemisms or innuendo. This product isn’t amanita, or an unnamed chemical, or a hemp derivative. We’re explicit about the ingredients, and you never have to wonder what’s inside.
We encourage other companies selling “proprietary mushroom blends” to come out of the closet and provide consumers with transparency and safety.
What is inside?
Active ingredient: Metocin
Other ingredients: Sugar, Maltodextrin, Citric Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Natural Orange FlavorIs this one of those “premium mushroom blend/proprietary mushroom blend” products?
No. We’re not hiding what’s inside, we’re not using ephemisms or innuendo. This product isn’t amanita, or an unnamed chemical, or a hemp derivative. We’re explicit about the ingredients, and you never have to wonder what’s inside.
How do I try it out?
You canbuy a jar in our store!
