Variety Mode is a UK-based wellness company (launched 2022, Manchester) offering affordable adaptogenic mushroom blends targeting focus, mood, stress, and energy . Their signature product, Gold Dust, comes in cocoa or vanilla powders and on-the-go cherry gummies, combining 1,000 mg of premium mushrooms (Chaga, Reishi, Lion’s Mane, Cordyceps) with functional herbs like Ashwagandha, Rhodiola, and MacaGold Dust is praised for being low-cost (under £1/day), vegan, organic, and easy to mix even in cold water — many users prefer the hot cocoa-style flavor with no earthy aftertasteReviews describe “laser-like focus,” reduced anxiety, and fewer energy crashes, with one noting it replaced late‑morning caffeineDescribed as the UK’s most affordable all-in-one mushroom supplement, Variety Mode positions itself as a daily productivity and wellness staple — especially for those avoiding caffeine or seeking natural support for mental clarity and stress relief.