Special Coffee, Plain, Light – 100 g

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Coffee is a beverage made by boiling or fermenting the seeds of the coffee plant, known as “coffee beans.” These beans come from the coffee tree, a plant grown in tropical regions around the world, such as Latin America, Africa, and Asia.

Coffee types vary depending on the method of preparation and the added ingredients. Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world due to its distinctive taste and stimulating effect due to its caffeine content.

Benefits of coffee:

• Stimulant: Coffee contains caffeine, which helps stimulate the body and mind.
• Antioxidants: Coffee contains antioxidants that may help fight free radicals in the body.
• Improve mood and focus: Caffeine helps enhance focus and improve mood.

Coffee is part of many cultures around the world, consumed in a variety of forms and ways based on local customs and traditions.

Rich aroma, smooth face, and strong taste – these are the signs of the perfect cup of Turkish coffee. Turkish coffee is more than just a drink; it’s a cultural experience rooted in ancient traditions. Whether you’re a coffee connoisseur or just love trying new things, this step-by-step guide will show you how to make the perfect cup of Turkish coffee at home.

The art of making a coffee cup:

Things you will need:

Plain coffee is a type of coffee that is prepared using only ground coffee beans and water, without adding any other ingredients such as sugar, milk or flavourings. It is usually prepared in two main ways:

1. Arabic coffee:
   • Arabic coffee is prepared using finely ground roasted coffee beans, which are boiled with water in a dallah (coffee boiling tool) over a fire. Some spices such as cardamom may be added to give it a distinctive flavour. Arabic coffee is usually served in small cups and without sugar.
2. Turkish coffee is a type of coffee that is distinguished by its special method of preparation, and it is an important part of the culture and heritage in many countries, especially in Turkey, the Arab countries and parts of the Balkans. The method of preparing Turkish coffee is one of the oldest methods of preparing coffee, and it is characterized by a rich taste and a distinctive aroma, in addition to its special way of serving.
   

   Characteristics of Turkish coffee:

   1. Roasting and grinding:
      • The coffee beans are roasted medium or dark. Then the beans are ground very finely, so that the coffee becomes a fine powder.
   2. Preparation method:
      • Turkish coffee is prepared using a “cizve” or “Turkish kettle,” which is a small pot in which cold water is mixed with coffee and sugar, then the mixture is boiled over low heat.
      • The coffee is not filtered, but the coffee grounds are left in the cup, giving it a thick consistency.
   3. Foam:
      • Turkish coffee is characterized by the thick foam that appears during boiling. The foam is an important part of the experience and people are keen to serve coffee with foam in the cup.
   4. Sugar:
      • Sugar may be added as desired before boiling, and Turkish coffee may be served with three types of sweetener: without sugar (plain), with a little sugar (medium), or with a lot of sugar (sweet).
   5. Submission:
      • Turkish coffee is usually served in very small cups.
      • Turkish coffee is often served with a glass of cold water and a small dessert such as “Turkish delight.”

   Benefits of Turkish coffee:

   • It contains large amounts of caffeine, which gives you energy and focus when you drink it.
   • Turkish coffee is considered part of the cultural heritage and has been included in the list of the intangible cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO.

   Turkish coffee is an important part of the hospitality of the peoples of the region, and has a special place in many social occasions.

Plain coffee has a strong, rich flavour and is an ideal choice for lovers of authentic coffee without any additives.

Special Coffee, Plain, Light – 100 g

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