Question 1

What Does Kefir Taste Like?

Accepted Answer

Kefir that has been fermented for 24 hours will typically have a slightly tart, but not sour taste. It will have a slight fizz due to the carbonation that occurs during fermentation, and it will have a smooth, pourable consistency that is similar to a smoothie. The aroma will be ever-so yeasty, like bread or a mild cheese.

Question 2

Does Kefir Taste Sour?

Accepted Answer

In most cases, Kefir will not taste sour, but rather it will have a mild tart flavor; however, as you keep the milk in contact with the Kefir grains, the more sour sour the Kefir. In addition, after straining the Kefir grains, and storing the Kefir in the refrigerator, the Kefir will continue to ferment and will become more sour over time.

Question 3

Does Kefir Taste Like Yogurt?

Accepted Answer

While you may hear Kefir referred to as “pourable Yogurt,” the flavor is typically milder and less sour. And while the texture of yogurt tends to be thick and scoopable, Kefir is more like a smoothie.

Question 4

What Does Kefir Cheese Taste Like?

Accepted Answer

After straining Kefir though a cloth to separate the whey from the curds, you are left with a cream-cheese-like product. And this can be used fresh or to produce other hard or soft Kefir cheese varieties. The flavor of the cream cheese is similar to the yogurt-like curd called Lebneh of the Middle East.