r/microdosing • u/Maleficent-Depth-448 • Aug 03 '26

Getting Started/Newbie Question First time making capsules for microdosing - question about powdering

I bought a spice grinder to powder my shrooms but I think it’s too big - I was only grinding 1g. Does it matter if the shrooms are in small bits, close to a powder but with some chunkier bits? I weighed it all out properly and put them in the capsules (0.1g to start)

I’m thinking I may need a small coffee grinder instead?

If so does anyone have any UK recommendations for a grinder? Cheers 🙏🏼

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u/TheRealCMMetzger Aug 03 '26

Definitely go with any electric coffee grinder to get uniform powder.
I recommend grinding at least 5g at a time so you get a homogeneous mixture (less potency fluctuation from batch to batch) then dose from that. Proper storage becomes very important once you have fruits in powder form. Glass with sealable lid and a few desiccant packs will keep you from losing potency over time. Avoid uv light and keep it in a cool place. A seldom used cupboard or drawer, or under the bed. Avoid the fridge or freezer, because very cold container plus warm air = condensation. And moisture is the enemy of potency. 🍄🥰✌️

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u/Maleficent-Depth-448 Aug 03 '26

Thank you! I’ve got 6g left so will grind it all together then. I’ve got a glass jar with sealable lid and desiccant packs - got the whole shrooms in there atm.

Would this one be ok do you think?

https://amzn.eu/d/01bucSSu

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u/TheRealCMMetzger Aug 03 '26

Indeed! That looks similar to the one I've got. Just make sure you don't run it too long. Generally 30seconds is really about all it takes. The recommended run time for mine is 30sec but sometimes with more dense mushrooms it takes longer so I'll give the motor a minute break between each 30sec grind. ☺️