WHAT IS TURKISH COFFEE? HOW TO MAKE TURKISH COFFEE?

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29 Mar 2024

“A cup of coffee will be remembered for forty years.” The coffee mentioned in this loyal proverb is Turkish coffee! Turkish coffee, which first came to Istanbul from Yemen and then spread to Anatolia, is a drink specific to this geography with its unique cooking techniques and taste. Turkish coffee is so popular in the world that it is possible to come across restaurants that brew Turkish coffee in almost every corner of the planet. For this reason, our coffee was included in UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage List in 2013. Because Turkish coffee has presentation and consumption rituals as well as its taste and preparation. In other words, Turkish coffee contains a different culture at every stage!

1. WHAT IS TURKISH COFFEE?

The date of Turkish coffee's arrival in this geography is expressed as the 14th century by some circles. Coffee beans, which an Ottoman pasha tasted and admired, became an indispensable part of the palace kitchens after they were moved to Istanbul. Then, we move on to the process where the beans are more easily obtained. Later, this delicious drink takes its place on people's tables.
The main feature that distinguishes Turkish coffee from other varieties is that its beans are ground very finely. The fact that it is cooked by boiling in a coffee pot distinguishes it from other coffees. You already know that Turkish coffee, which is served to the most prestigious guests in Turkey and around the world, is an indispensable part of special gatherings. Really, don't you feel special when you are offered coffee?

2. HOW TO MAKE TURKISH COFFEE?

The making of Turkish coffee begins with roasting the beans. This roasting level, which you can call medium, allows the coffee to be lighter. After this stage, it is time to grind. Coffee beans, finely ground using special techniques, are now ready for direct cooking. It is known that Turkish coffee is consumed in small cups. It is considered ideal to add two teaspoons of coffee for each cup during cooking.

2.1. WHAT SHOULD BE CONSIDERED WHEN MAKING TURKISH COFFEE?

If you want to prepare a foamy and delicious Turkish coffee, the first thing you should pay attention to is to use fresh coffee.
If you want your coffee to be brewed, you should use hot water while cooking it. If foam is important to you, you should prefer cold water.
You definitely need to cook Turkish coffee on low heat. Moreover, we advise you not to leave it alone. Because although it is believed that overflowing coffee will bring abundance, your presentation may be delayed.

3. HOW TO OFFER TURKISH COFFEE?

Just as cooking Turkish coffee requires special care, its presentation also needs to be done delicately. Because coffee has its etiquette, both in cooking, presentation and consumption. First of all, water is among the indispensable parts of your presentation tray. Turkish coffee is usually served on small trays with Turkish delight, dragees or sherbet. In addition, serving honey with coffee has become very popular lately!

3.1. IN BILATERAL CONVERSATIONS

If you are going to consume Turkish coffee with your great friends, you should not forget the water and the sweet treat that comes with it. This drink, which immerses you in deep conversations sip by sip, is among the indispensable drinks, especially in gatherings of friends. Turkish coffee is the subject and excuse of bilateral meetings not only in Turkey but also in the world!

3.2. IN CROWDED GUEST INVITATIONS

Turkish coffee is undoubtedly the most reliable beverage in crowded guest receptions. It is even possible to consider it as an indicator of the value you give to your guests. A frothy cup of coffee can make you the star of the day, especially if it is accompanied by traditional delicacies.

4. WHERE DOES TURKISH COFFEE GROW?

Although it is called Turkish coffee, the beans that create this golden drink cannot be grown within the borders of Turkey. Although the Arab geography attracts attention among the regions where Turkish coffee beans are produced the most in the world, South and Central America are not at the top. In fact, Brazil, the colorful country of South America, is among the countries where you will most often encounter coffee beans.

5. WHAT ARE THE TURKISH COFFEE TYPES?

There are actually four basic types of Turkish coffee: Plain, medium, sweet and strong. Black coffee means without sugar/honey. One teaspoon of sugar or honey is used per cup for medium coffee, and a little more than this amount for sweetened coffee. The name "okkalı coffee" is used for stronger Turkish coffee with higher grounds density.

It is possible to exemplify other Turkish coffee varieties on the market as follows: