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Ayran-Style Buttermilk Calories

Low-fat fermented dairy drink

CALORIES · 100 G

37kcal

GI

30low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

155mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Ayran-Style Buttermilk (200 g) has 74 calories. That works out to 37 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.4 g of carbs, 6.8 g of protein, 1.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 32% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Ayran-Style Buttermilk Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g

74

KCAL / 200G

Carbs

8.4g

· 3% DV

Protein

6.8g

· 14% DV

Fat

1.2g

· 2% DV

Fiber

0g

· 0% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 38% · Fat 15%

Ayran-Style Buttermilk nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (200 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories74 kcal
Total fat1.2 g2%
Saturated fat0.76 g4%
Trans fat0.04 g
Sodium360 mg16%
Total carbohydrate8.4 g3%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein6.8 g14%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Ayran-Style Buttermilk?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)200 g74 kcal
100 g100 g37 kcal
1 cup (small)150 g56 kcal
1 serving (medium)200 g74 kcal
1 bottle (medium)250 g93 kcal
1 cup (large)300 g111 kcal
1 bottle (large)500 g185 kcal
1 bottle (extra large)1000 g370 kcal

Calculated from 37 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ayran-Style Buttermilk

What is Ayran-Style Buttermilk?

Ayran-Style Buttermilk is a drinkable fermented dairy product with a consistency suited to sipping. It resembles ayran in how it is served, but traditional ayran is usually made by thinning yogurt with water and often adding salt.

How is Ayran-Style Buttermilk different from ayran?

Ayran-Style Buttermilk is made from fermented milk, while ayran is typically yogurt diluted with water and seasoned with salt. Their tanginess, thickness, and saltiness can differ, so they are similar drinks rather than identical products.

Does Ayran-Style Buttermilk taste like ayran?

Ayran-Style Buttermilk can taste tangy and refreshing like ayran, but its exact flavor depends on how it is made. Traditional ayran is often salty, so this buttermilk may taste less salty or have a different level of sourness.

Should you drink Ayran-Style Buttermilk cold?

Yes, Ayran-Style Buttermilk is usually most refreshing served chilled. Shake or stir it before pouring if it has separated, and taste it before adding salt, since products can differ in seasoning.

Can you cook with Ayran-Style Buttermilk?

Yes, Ayran-Style Buttermilk can go into dressings, cold soups, marinades, or batters. Add it gradually to hot dishes while stirring, because heating fermented dairy too quickly can make it separate or turn grainy.

Can Ayran-Style Buttermilk replace regular buttermilk in baking?

Sometimes, but Ayran-Style Buttermilk may be thinner or saltier than the buttermilk a recipe expects. Use it in a similar amount only after checking its taste and consistency, and adjust added salt if needed.

How long does Ayran-Style Buttermilk last after opening?

Keep Ayran-Style Buttermilk refrigerated and tightly closed after opening, and follow the package’s storage and use-by guidance. Discard it if you notice mold, an unusual smell, or an appearance that seems abnormal.

Can you freeze Ayran-Style Buttermilk?

Yes, but freezing can change the texture of Ayran-Style Buttermilk. It may separate or become grainy after thawing, so shake it well and use it in cooking if it no longer feels smooth enough to drink.

Why has my Ayran-Style Buttermilk separated?

Ayran-Style Buttermilk can separate during storage, and a good shake may bring it back together. Separation alone does not prove it has spoiled; discard it if there is mold, an off smell, or another clear sign of spoilage.

Can people with lactose intolerance drink Ayran-Style Buttermilk?

Some people with lactose intolerance may tolerate Ayran-Style Buttermilk, but fermentation does not guarantee that it is lactose-free. The amount of lactose and individual tolerance vary, so a lactose-free alternative may be a better choice.

Ayran-Style Buttermilk Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.76µg · 32% DV

B2

0.34mg · 26% DV

B5

0.7mg · 14% DV

Biotin

3.6µg · 12% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

190mg · 27% DV

Calcium

240mg · 24% DV

Iodine

28µg · 19% DV

Sodium

360mg · 16% DV

Potassium ⭐

310mg · 9% DV

Ayran-Style Buttermilk Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

30
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

2
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Ayran-Style Buttermilk

To burn the 74 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):

🚶

18min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

8min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

10min

Cycling

🏊

9min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Ayran-Style Buttermilk?

Ayran-Style Buttermilk is a fermented dairy drink with the pourable consistency of ayran. Traditional buttermilk is associated with butter-making, while cultured versions are made by fermenting milk; this style brings the two familiar drinks together in a light, drinkable form.

Its gently tangy, refreshing taste makes it easy to serve alongside a meal or as a simple snack. In Turkey, ayran is a familiar partner for kebabs, rice dishes and pastries; elsewhere, this can be enjoyed much like a chilled savoury yoghurt drink. It is low in fat and provides protein, with 3.4 g per 100 g. Serve it cold with fresh vegetables or a substantial lunch when you want a lighter dairy option.

How Nutritious Is Ayran-Style Buttermilk?

Nutrient density

High

62/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

41/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Ayran-Style Buttermilk Processed?

NOVA 3

Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Ayran-Style Buttermilk Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy yes
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Ayran-Style Buttermilk Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Ayran-Style Buttermilk Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.76g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.34g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.06g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.