Turkish Non-alcoholic Beverages

Extra finely ground roasted coffee beans are combined with cold water (and, optionally, sugar) in a traditional coffee pot called cezve or ibrik, and then brewed over low heat until frothy and on the verge of coming to a boil, yi... READ MORE

Ayran or doogh is a savory yogurt-based drink that is mainly associated with Iran and Türkiye, but it is enjoyed throughout the Middle East, and similar drinks are also found in India and the Balkans. The drink has ancient o... READ MORE

Turkish salep is a beverage that is usually consumed during the winter season. The basis of salep is the stem or a tuber of the wild orchid, which is boiled, dried, and ground to produce a starchy powder. It is then mixed with hot milk, a... READ MORE

Boza is an ancient fermented drink that is usually made from wheat, millet, barley, oats, or bulgur. The drink is believed to have originated in Turkey, more than 8000 years ago, but its varieties are found throughout Central Asia and the... READ MORE

Şalgam is a popular vegetable-based street from the Mediterranean region of Türkiye, most popular in the cities of Adana, Mersin, and Osmaniye. In Turkish, the word salgam means turnip, even though the drink is made... READ MORE

Şıra is a traditional non-alcoholic beverage made from freshly pressed grape juice. The juice has a fruity taste, and vibrant purple color, is slightly fermented, and is often sweetened with sugar to taste. Şıra is popular in the grape harvesting ... READ MORE

Tursu Suyu is a refreshing beverage native to Turkey, made from pickled vegetables such as beets, carrots, cabbage, cucumbers, onions, peppers, garlic, and brine. It is salty in flavor, with a strong tangy kick at the end, while its color... READ MORE

Lohusa şerbeti is a type of non-alcoholic beverage that hails from Turkey. It is made by boiling lohusa sugar, granulated sugar, water, cloves, and cinnamon. Lohusa sugar is a specific type of sugar that is sold in blocks. It has a distin... READ MORE

A specialty of the Marmara region, hardaliye is a version of a popular Turkish non-alcoholic beverage şıra made from fermented grape juice flavored with mustard ... READ MORE