Koumiss n. (Written also koumyss, kumiss, kumis, kumish, and kumys) An intoxicating fermented or distilled liquor originally made by the Tartars of central Asia from mare's or camel's milk. It can be obtained from any kind of milk, and is now largely made in Europe. "Koumiss has from time immemorial served the Tartar instead of wine or spirits."
... young," he said; but Temudjin, who was present, urged that she would suit him by and by. The bargain was thereupon closed, and, having taken a draught of koumiss and presented his host with ... — The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume VI. • Various
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