TRUMPETS
Craterellus venosus
Craterellus caeruleofuscus
This lesser-known cousin of the Black Trumpet mushroom, is a choice edible and one of our favorites at Mycolance. Though exact association is unknown, we seem to find them in Rhododendron-predominate Yellow Birch forest, but also (sometimes) with Red Pine. Brunner’s home is in the Otter Creek Wilderness preserve where Rhododendron and Yellow Birch grow prolifically. These fragrant trumpets remind us of beautiful foggy days in central Appalachia, and increasingly, of Brunner’s new home.
Flavor/Aroma notes: These trumpets have a mild bleu cheese aroma which pairs exceptionally well with red meat. Certain flavor profiles intensify the ‘funkiness’ of these mushrooms; think Mirin, miso, black garlic, taleggio, and game meats.
Craterellus cornucopioides / calicornucopioides
The exceptional west-coast black trumpet we make a special yearly trip for. This variety is much heartier and sometimes has partially or fully enclosed stipes, making it more substantial than our ‘pappery’ east-coast trumpet (Craterellus fallax). These trumpets can sometimes dwarf the east-coast variety by several times. This is one of the best edible mushrooms in the coastal forests of California, prized for its versatility and deep earthy and complex flavor.
Flavor/Aroma notes: Rich, smoky, and nutty taste with hints of dried fruits like apricot and dates. Certain flavor profiles intensify the funkiness of these mushrooms; think Mirin, miso, black garlic, taleggio, and game meats. When dried or pickled, they take on complex ‘sweet’ notes.
The exceptional west-coast black trumpet we make a special yearly trip for. This variety is much heartier and sometimes has partially or fully enclosed stipes, making it more substantial than our ‘pappery’ east-coast trumpet (Craterellus fallax). These trumpets can sometimes dwarf the east-coast variety by several times. This is one of the best edible mushrooms in the coastal forests of California, prized for its versatility and deep earthy and complex flavor.
Flavor/Aroma notes: Rich, smoky, and nutty taste with hints of dried fruits like apricot and dates. Certain flavor profiles intensify the funkiness of these mushrooms; think Mirin, miso, black garlic, taleggio, and game meats. When dried or pickled, they take on complex ‘sweet’ notes.
Craterellus atrocinereus
Craterellus cinereus / foetidus
The ‘true’ Ashen Chanterelles. These rare black trumpets taste similar to cornucopioides but pack a much more intense aroma. They smell deep, earthy, fruity, and sometimes floral, which is intensified even further by the drying process. These are a niche super-ingredient for seasoned foragers lucky enough to find them. We hope to provide the public with access to this phenomenal mushroom.
Flavor/Aroma notes: Rich, ‘coffee’ bitterness, cacao, smoky, and in-your-face nutty.
Craterellus ignicolor
Craterellus tubaeformis
Recipes:
Black Garlic / Miso Braised Pork Belly with Black Trumpets, Chanterelles
Black Trumpet Carpaccio with American Wagyu and Mirin-pickled Black Trumpets
Black Trumpet Carpaccio with American Wagyu and Mirin-pickled Black Trumpets
Sous-Vide Lamb Rack with Black Trumpet Demiglace
Lobster Tail with Butter-poached Black Trumpets
18-hour Tonkotsu with Black Trumpet Shoyu
Lobster Tail with Butter-poached Black Trumpets
18-hour Tonkotsu with Black Trumpet Shoyu