Tag: Kumis

Mare’s milk has been consumed by humans for thousands of years in parts of Central Asia, where it is often fermented into a beverage called kumis. In Western countries, awareness of this alternative dairy source is growing, prompting many to question whether it's a healthy option.

While more than 30 million people worldwide consume horse milk, a practice historically linked to nomadic Central Asian cultures, it remains a commercial rarity elsewhere. So, why don't we drink horse milk in mainstream Western diets, and what factors explain this stark difference in consumption?