History of Turkish Coffee no one told you about

A cup of coffee can set your mood, but did you know that there exists a coffee that can even predict your future? Yes, you read it right! It’s the soulful Turkish coffee, which is considered to have the ability to predict the future. It is a common practice in the country to use the thick ground left on the bottom of one’s cup to peer into the future. The old Turkish proverb perfectly describes the intensity and passion behind traditional Turkish coffee, which states, "Coffee should be black as hell, strong as death, and sweet as love." So, are you up for some coffee? Scroll down to learn about the history of Turkish coffee and what sets it apart from its contemporaries. (Image: istock)

As per studies, Arabia was the first home of coffee drinkers and coffee houses, which later made their way to Egypt and Persia before settling in the Ottoman Empire in the 16th century. Istanbul opened its doors to the first coffeehouse in the 16th century. (Image: istock)

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As per experts, Turkish coffee is traditionally brewed in a pot called a cezve. The fine coffee grinds and water are added to the wide-bottomed pot, and then they are mixed and placed in the hot sand. The pot is rubbed in the sand, which creates an even heat, and the coffee foams to the top in a fraction of a second. The cezve is removed and added to the sand three to four times, and then it is served in a small cup. The thick grounds left on the bottom of one’s cup are used to predict the future. Also, if you are enjoying it on the streets of Turkey and need it without sugar, don’t forget to say "Sade Kahve," please! (Image: istock)

What makes Turkish coffee different from any other variety of coffee is its processing and how it is served. According to Bharat Singhal, Founder, Bili Hu Indian estate coffees, Turkish coffee is the only variation that is not filtered and is served with the coffee ground. "Traditional Turkish coffee is made with a superfine powder of robusta coffee beans, which is added to boiling water and cooked on a gas stove or on hot sand," he explains."They also add spices like cardamom to it." "What makes it special is that it is directly served into the cup without any filtration, unlike other variations, where filtration is an integral part of the process," adds Bharat, who also mentions that it is mostly served in a smaller quantity without milk and sugar. (Image: istock)

As per tradition, Turks drink it after a meal with friends and family. It is also used as a part of hospitality, and a chance to catch up on each other's news or build strong friendships. It has been found that it lowers cholesterol, prevents heart disease, aids the digestive system, and is an excellent antioxidant. (Image: istock)

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