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Nutritional Values
150kcal
5gProtein
25gCarbs
8gFat
4gFibre
250 mlServing
* Per serving · 250 ml. May vary.
Allergens
🥜 Nuts
Aguonpienis
How to order / say it
Say it
Aguonpienis — [ah-GWOHN-pee-yenis]
Order
I'd like a glass of aguonpienis, please.
Locally
Prašau, stiklinę aguonpienio.
Say locally
A traditional Lithuanian festive drink made from poppy seeds.
Why try it?
A lesser-known traditional beverage, aguonpienis is usually prepared during holidays, showcasing the creative culinary use of poppy seeds in Vilnius.
How it tastes
Slightly sweet with a nutty aroma, aguonpienis has a creamy texture and a light gray color. It's refreshing and typically enjoyed cold.
Origin & History — first documented: 1650
This drink dates back several centuries, made by soaking and blending poppy seeds, and was a common festive refreshment in the 17th century Lithuanian households.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥜 200 g poppy seeds
- 1 L water
- 🍯 100 g sugar
- 0.5 tsp almond essence
Method
- 1 Soak poppy seeds in water overnight.
- 2 Blend poppy seeds with water until a milk consistency is achieved.
- 3 Strain through a fine mesh cloth.
- 4 Add sugar and almond essence, then chill before serving.
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