piimän
Piimän is a traditional fermented dairy product popular in Nordic countries, particularly Finland and Estonia. It is essentially soured milk, produced by the lactic acid fermentation of milk. The fermentation process is typically carried out by lactic acid bacteria, which convert lactose (milk sugar) into lactic acid. This lactic acid gives piimän its characteristic tangy flavor and slightly thicker consistency compared to regular milk.
The production of piimän is a centuries-old practice, often done at home using a starter culture from
Piimän is consumed in various ways. It can be drunk on its own as a refreshing beverage,