Enjoying donkey milk in everyday life: Ideas, storage and preparation

Quality of life means enjoyment here: ideas for donkey milk at any time of day, a comparison of frozen milk and powder, as well as tips on storage and thawing.

4 min readBy DON DONKEY'S

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Contents
  1. Why donkey milk is something special
  2. Ideas for every time of day
  3. Fresh or powder: What suits your everyday life?
  4. Proper storage and thawing
  5. Consciously create small moments of enjoyment
  6. Get to know donkey milk
  7. Frequently Asked Questions

Donkey milk is one thing above all else: a rare, mildly sweet food that you can consciously enjoy. Here, a better quality of life means small moments of enjoyment in everyday life – a glass in the morning, a creamy porridge, a fine dessert. In this post, we show you how to practically incorporate donkey milk and donkey milk powder into your day and what to pay attention to when storing and preparing it.

1–2 litersof milk a donkey gives per day, in addition to what her foal drinks
−18 °Cstorage temperature for frozen donkey milk
10 g + 90 mlof powder and water yield about 100 ml of donkey milk

Why donkey milk is something special

A donkey gives about 1–2 liters of milk per day – and that is only in addition to what her foal drinks. It is milked by hand and in small quantities. That is why donkey milk is rare and has its price. That is exactly what makes it for many something that you do not drink casually, but consciously enjoy.

In terms of taste, donkey milk is mild, slightly sweet, and rather thin. Many describe it as fresh and less "heavy" than cow's milk. This is also due to the low fat content, usually under 1 g per 100 ml.

Ideas for every time of day

Donkey milk can be used similarly to other types of milk. A few suggestions:

  • In the morning: pure and well chilled in a glass, in muesli, or as a base for a porridge with fruit.
  • In between: in a smoothie with banana and berries, or as the milk component in coffee.
  • In the afternoon: in a mild rice pudding, a vanilla cream, or a pudding.
  • In the evening: as a small glass of enjoyment or lightly warmed with a little cinnamon.

Just try it out: Due to its mild taste, donkey milk suits both sweet and savory dishes, for example in a fine potato soup.

Fresh or powder: What suits your everyday life?

At DON DONKEY'S, you get donkey milk in two forms. Both have their advantages – depending on how you want to use it.

Feature Frozen donkey milk Donkey milk powder
Form liquid, delivered frozen freeze-dried powder
Storage at −18 °C in the freezer according to the label
Preparation thaw slowly in the refrigerator 10 g powder + 90 ml water ≈ 100 ml
Ideal for pure enjoyment, desserts, coffee travel, small portions, smoothies

You can find the liquid version as donkey milk, the powder form as donkey milk powder.

Proper storage and thawing

For donkey milk to retain its fine taste, proper handling is essential:

  1. Place the donkey milk directly in your freezer (−18 °C) after delivery.
  2. Only take out the amount you want to consume in the next few days.
  3. Thaw it slowly in the refrigerator at 2–7 °C.
  4. Shake the bottle briefly before enjoying.
  5. Please follow the instructions on the label regarding preparation and consumption.

It is best to plan the thawing for the evening before. This way, the milk will be readily available to you the next morning.

Consciously create small moments of enjoyment

Quality of life is often created in the little things. A glass of donkey milk does not have to be an everyday drink that you drink casually. Many prefer to enjoy it consciously: at the weekend for breakfast, as the conclusion of a nice meal, or as a special ingredient when guests come. Because donkey milk is rare, it is worth taking the time to try it and perceive the fine, slightly sweet taste. Try it pure and well chilled first before using it in recipes. This is the best way to get to know its character.

Get to know donkey milk

Would you like to try it first before ordering larger quantities? Then the Gourmet Tasting Set is a good start. With it, you can get to know the taste and use at your own pace. Our donkey milk is milked by hand on European farms, tested in a laboratory in Germany, and delivered to you frozen. We ship on Mondays and Wednesdays so that the goods arrive well chilled.

A note on the ingredients: donkey milk contains milk protein and, with about 6–7 g per 100 ml, rather more lactose than cow's milk. If you have lactose intolerance or a milk protein allergy, please consult a doctor beforehand about consumption. You can find the ingredients and allergens on the label.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much donkey milk should I drink?

There is no fixed amount. Donkey milk is a food that you can incorporate into a varied diet according to your taste.

Can I use donkey milk for cooking and baking?

Yes. You can use it in many recipes like other types of milk, for example for porridge, desserts, or smoothies.

How long does thawed donkey milk last?

Please follow the instructions on the label. It is best to thaw only as much as you will consume shortly.

How do I prepare donkey milk powder?

For about 100 ml of donkey milk, mix 10 g of powder into 90 ml of water. It is best to add the powder gradually to the water and stir thoroughly.

About DON DONKEY'S

We offer donkey milk, donkey milk powder, donkey cheese and care products with donkey milk. The fresh donkey milk is milked by hand, frozen straight away and delivered to you chilled. View the range