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dairy
Type
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Naryn / Issyk-Kul
Region
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Contains alcohol (1-3%), lactose, high in vitamin C
Dietary

Overview

The traditional fermented mare's milk drink of Central Asian nomads. Has a slightly alcoholic content (typically 1-3%) and a tangy, slightly effervescent taste. Highly nutritious, rich in vitamins and minerals. Made by fermenting fresh mare's milk in leather bags (kuy) for several days.

Ingredients

mare's milk water salt

Where to Try

yurt camps rural homestays horse breeding farms traditional markets

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