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AIBU to think Kefir tastes vile

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paddleboardingmum · 10/01/2026 13:48

Do people actually like it or force themselves to have it?

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Crikeyalmighty · 10/01/2026 14:29

I only like my yoghurt Greek, thick and creamy - like Fage 5% - I thought kefir was revolting, but then I don’t like sauerkraut or kimchi either

Justputsomeyoghurtonit · 10/01/2026 14:29

PassportPanicFuuuck · 10/01/2026 14:21

I like it, but I don't like other fermented things like kombucha or kimchi (why do they all begin with K?).

Love kombucha, but I bought Kimchi and have managed two pieces and it was like eating cow poo. So I reckon I'm OK with my kefir and kombucha 😂

JDM625 · 10/01/2026 14:29

The only one I don't mind is the Biotiful one. The flavoured versions are very high in sugar, so I just get the plain one. I only have about 1/2 cup as read you should start with a small amount and build up. I did try several brands, and some of the others were very fizzy- like drinking rancid milk 🤢

Justputsomeyoghurtonit · 10/01/2026 14:27

It's delicuous. I add a tablespoon to my Greek yoghurt each day. I like to eat it at room temperature.

Never had the drink though. I only eat natural kefir, not with sweeteners or sugar and flavourings.

I have my Greek yog/kefir with fllax seed, hemp, some oats and chia and then banana and blueberries mixed in. Sometimes also add extract of vanilla and dessicated coconut.

Catza · 10/01/2026 14:27

I hated it as a kid but love it now. I find the taste quite creamy and since developing lactose intolerance about 10 years ago it hits the spot for dairy craving without any unpleasant side-effects.

FartyAnimal · 10/01/2026 14:23

I like it!

IceStationZebra · 10/01/2026 14:22

I like it, it tastes like plain yoghurt to me. The flavoured ones are lovely too.

PassportPanicFuuuck · 10/01/2026 14:21

I like it, but I don't like other fermented things like kombucha or kimchi (why do they all begin with K?).

Gettingbysomehow · 10/01/2026 14:11

I find it disgusting but drink it like medicine. The flavoured ones aren't too horrible but still not great.

olderbutwiser · 10/01/2026 14:10

I make my own, it's much more sour and strong tasting than the commercial ones and I love it. But it's cow's milk - goat milk kefir is too much for me.

Dweetfidilove · 10/01/2026 14:09

I really like the plain one, but have it with blueberries and nuts.

My daughter has hers with vanilla essence.

I don't know that I could have it solo, and I'm not a huge fan of the flavoured stuff.

bombastix · 10/01/2026 14:08

Okay. So I find it helps with bloating and digestion, which is an unpleasant aspect of my perimenopause. But it may be any fermented food could do similar.

Also high in calcium which is good for bones. Though obviously I can’t really observe that effect!

Mosaic80 · 10/01/2026 14:07

I make my own and it’s quite sour and yeast-y tasting. More so than the bought ones. But it’s so cheap and apparently better in terms of bacteria so you only need a shot per day to help your stomach which is quite easy to drink even if you’re not a fan. Or I add to Greek yoghurt with vanilla protein powder and fruit which disguises it.

MyThreeWords · 10/01/2026 14:04

Zov · 10/01/2026 14:03

Yeah ... I wonder this too.......

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Me too. My guess is that, as it has with most every product in the whole wide world, the menopause has been roped in to the influencer marketing of some kefir product or other.

Glitchesandswitches · 10/01/2026 14:03

What an adult level conversation 😂

Zov · 10/01/2026 14:03

VanillaImpulse · 10/01/2026 14:01

Why in peri, out of interest?

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Yeah ... I wonder this too.......

Zov · 10/01/2026 14:02

bombastix · 10/01/2026 13:59

I like it, and it’s very good for you if you are in peri. Small glass to drink.

No thanks.

Zov · 10/01/2026 14:02

MyThreeWords · 10/01/2026 13:57

Loads of foods are made by cultivating little populations of bacteria and/or yeasts.

Cheese, yoghurt, beer, wine, bread, for e.g.

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I know that. 🙄 But Kefir tastes like sewer waste. Most of the other things you mentioned don't. If you (or anyone else) think Kefir tastes nice/OK, you must have dead taste buds.

Original poster
paddleboardingmum · 10/01/2026 14:01

I've had a yoghurt one and a fizzy drink version. Couldn't finish either.

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VanillaImpulse · 10/01/2026 14:01

bombastix · 10/01/2026 13:59

I like it, and it’s very good for you if you are in peri. Small glass to drink.

Why in peri, out of interest?

bombastix · 10/01/2026 13:59

I like it, and it’s very good for you if you are in peri. Small glass to drink.

MyThreeWords · 10/01/2026 13:57

Zov · 10/01/2026 13:50

KEFIR

A fermented drink: Kefir is produced by fermenting milk (cow, goat, sheep) with kefir grains, which are gelatinous, cauliflower-like clusters of bacteria and yeasts.

Are you really shocked that it tastes like shit? Look what it's made of! ^

Loads of foods are made by cultivating little populations of bacteria and/or yeasts.

Cheese, yoghurt, beer, wine, bread, for e.g.

CheeseandFigs · 10/01/2026 13:56

I couldn't imagine drinking the more liquid kefir, but I like kefir yoghurt. Just tastes like a natural yoghurt, there's fruit flavoured ones too which taste fine. But I prefer the plain version and add fruit, nuts and honey

XDownwiththissortofthingX · 10/01/2026 13:56

GETTINGLIKEMYMOTHER · 10/01/2026 13:54

Never tried it and never will - I don’t even like yogurt. It sounds beyond foul!

This.

The thought of fresh cow's milk makes me retch. God knows how anyone can stomach this abomination.

Quagmireschin · 10/01/2026 13:55

Mintearo7 · 10/01/2026 13:50

I like it but I do also like sour yogurt. I make my own Kefir. Not sure if the ready made one tastes different.

is it easy to do? I don’t know where to start. I’d love some pointers if you have the time please!

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