Heusuppe is an unusual, authentic Swiss soup originating from the Alpine huts. Literally translated as hay soup, the dish is made with mountain flowers and herbs which are steeped in bouillon with the addition of hay that is removed from the broth before serving.

Typically, it takes about 2 kilos of hay to make just 1 liter of hay soup, and it is often prepared with additional ingredients such as cream and butter. Many people claim that the soup is an acquired taste – you are first hit with a slight sweetness, then creaminess, and finally, a slightly sour flavor in the mouth.