noun
- plural of koumiss; a fermented beverage made from mare's milk, traditionally consumed by nomadic peoples of Central Asia
Usage: Also spelled kumiss, kumys, or koumyss; Historically used for medicinal purposes in Russia and Central Asia
Examples
- The nomadic herders prepared koumisses from their mare's milk during the summer months.
- In traditional Central Asian culture, koumisses was valued both as a nutritious food and a medicinal drink.
- The fermentation process for koumisses requires specific techniques passed down through generations.
- Travelers to Kazakhstan may encounter koumisses offered as a traditional hospitality beverage.