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Facts About Kumiss
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Question (English)
Which of the following is/are true about Kumiss?
- Both: It is lactic acid-alcohol fermented from mare milk; fermented by L. acidophilus; finished product contains 2.5% alcohol ✓ Correct
- It is lactic acid-alcohol fermented milk obtained from mare milk only
- It is fermented by Lactobacillus acidophilus & finished product contains 2.5% alcohol only
- None of the above
Explanation:
Correct Answer: Both statements are true
- Kumiss is a lactic acid-alcohol fermented milk obtained from mare's milk: Kumiss originated in Central Asia among horse-herding nomads. It is traditionally prepared exclusively from mare's (female horse) milk, which is naturally higher in lactose (~6.2%) than cow milk, supporting greater alcohol production.
- Fermented by Lactobacillus acidophilus; finished product contains 2.5% alcohol: The fermentation is carried out by Lactobacillus acidophilus (lactic acid bacteria) and lactose-fermenting yeasts in combination, producing lactic acid and 2.5% ethanol in the finished product.
Comparison of Fermented Milk Beverages
- Kefir: Any milk; Kefir grains (mixed culture); 1% lactic acid + 1% alcohol; self-carbonated.
- Kumiss: Mare's milk; L. acidophilus + yeast; lactic acid + 2.5% alcohol.
Historical Note
Kumiss has been consumed for centuries in Kazakhstan, Mongolia, and other Central Asian cultures. It has mild probiotic and mildly intoxicating properties due to its alcohol content.
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