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What is airag made from?
Airag is made from fermented mare's milk. It is a central beverage in Mongolian nomadic culture.
How much alcohol does airag contain?
Airag contains about 1 to 3 percent alcohol. Its low alcohol level comes from the fermentation of mare's milk.
Which microbes ferment airag?
Lactic acid bacteria and yeasts take part in airag's fermentation. The result is a fermented mare's milk beverage with around 1 to 3 percent alcohol.
How is airag connected to the Naadam festival?
Airag is consumed in large quantities during Naadam. The drink's role at the festival reflects its wider importance in Mongolian nomadic culture.
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