World Flavors Cookbook

Maksym (Grain Drink)

A traditional fermented grain drink made from barley, wheat, or corn, very popular in summer.

Cuisine: Kyrgyzstan

Ingredients

• Barley or Wheat flour, Water, Yeast, Salt.

Instructions

1. 1. Boil grains in water to make a porridge. 2. Cool and add yeast. 3. Ferment for 12-24 hours until slightly sour and fizzy.