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Home Blog The Truth About Mushroom Coffee A Kyoto Botanicals Guide Updated: August 7, 2026 • Author: Mark Gillilan | Founder The Truth About Mushroom Coffee: Dual Extraction vs. Instant Coffee Blends It took years to expand our product line because I always take a very Kyoto Botanicals approach to everything we do, including functional mushrooms. If we cannot do it better and closer to nature, then we don't do it. Most mainstream mushroom coffees on the market are formulated for convenience first and wellness second. I did not want a cheap coffee replacement, I wanted to launch a functional...

Home Blog How CBD Oil Is Made A CBD Science Series Updated: July 29, 2026 • Author: Mark Gillilan | Founder, Kyoto Botanicals How CBD Oil Is Made: A Scientist’s Guide to Mass, Density, and Precision "When I created Kyoto Botanicals back in 2019 for our 2020 launch, the first few months were spent doing something unexpected: Math. Coming from a biology background and managing commercial product development at companies like Nestlé and Atkins, I knew one fundamental rule: developing formulas that work requires tons of planning before ever setting foot in the lab." — Mark G. I have never...

Home Blog CBD Gummies Legality: Quick Answers Many people ask: “Are CBD gummies legal?” The short answer is yes — as long as they are hemp-derived and contain less than 0.3% THC. Here’s what you need to know in a simple, skimmable guide. Last updated: November 21, 2025 • Author: Mark Gillilan | Founder, Kyoto Botanicals Are CBD Gummies Legal in the U.S.? Are CBD Gummies Legal in Every State? Will CBD Gummies Get Me High? Are CBD Gummies Safe and Tested? Who Should Choose THC-Free Gummies? Final Thoughts Quick answers to guide you through CBD gummies. Are CBD Gummies...

At Kyoto Botanicals, we recommend using your oil within 6 months after opening. Because we use ultra-stable organic MCT and olive oil carriers combined with CO2 extraction, our oils are resilient but they aren't immortal.