introduction
Turkish coffee , It is certain that coffee and Turkish coffee are well-known and famous around the world
and it may be the favorite drink for some in the morning
and for others, coffee is not just a drink, but rather a culture and an essential thing during the day
due to many factors that are important to some, such as the flavour, taste, smell, or its effect to stimulate you when you are tired
Therefore, the effect of coffee varies from one person to another
and for this effect to occur, it is certain that the coffee must be of high quality.
Revenues And Production
Revenues from the Turkish market are estimated at approximately $240.6 million annually
$194 million of which are ready-to-use coffee and $46.6 million of which are roasted coffee beans
The market is expected to grow by an estimated 12.7%.
Also, Türkiye produces approximately 20.2 million kilograms of coffee every year
15.6 million kilograms of which are ready-to-use coffee and 4.7 million kilograms of which are roasted coffee beans
. The market is expected to grow by an estimated 3.7% By next year “2024“
Export
$10.7 million in 2017, $12.1 million in 2018, and $13.3 million in 2017. 2019, and $20.2 million in 2020
In 2021, Türkiye’s revenues from exporting Turkish coffee to all parts of the world amounted to approximately $34.7 million,
which placed it in the 52nd place as the largest exporter of coffee in the world.
History
The first appearance of coffee in Türkiye
Coffee appeared in Türkiye for the first time in 1555 by two merchants, and then during the 17th century
coffee became an important matter in Ottoman traditions and ceremonies
so much so that it was presented to the Sultan in all ceremonies by people specialized in making it
It even moved and became served at wedding ceremonies
and its making was taught to women, and the woman was evaluated according to her skill in making and serving coffee to the potential groom
Also, coffee is offered as a treat to visitors and on various occasions.
and these traditions were continued and applied from that day until the present day
The first Coffeehouse
The first place to serve coffee was opened in the “Tahtakale” neighborhood in “Emunonu” more than 5 centuries ago, that is, 500 years ago.
Very quickly, this place became the most frequented and visited place among men during the Ottoman Empire
and also in this place, oral culture was spread, such as reading stories and legends to visitors to the place, telling jokes and jokes, or even poetry and singing, or any performance presented in front of an audience.
Benefits of Turkish coffee
Improve performance and increase energy
Turkish coffee contains a high percentage of caffeine, which makes it a very suitable drink for increasing mental and physical performance.
Therefore, it is a suitable drink before doing exercise
Also, Turkish coffee increases the intensity of attention and alertness of those who consume it
Protects the liver
Studies have shown that consuming Turkish coffee reduces the rate of liver failure and also reduces the incidence of liver cancer and other liver diseases such as cirrhosis
This is because consuming coffee reduces the secretion of liver enzymes
experiments showed that consuming a cup of coffee reduces the risk of liver disease by 0.47%
and consuming two cups reduces the risk of liver disease by 0.16%, meaning that each cup of coffee reduces the risk of liver disease.
Strengthens the brain and prevents cognitive decline
Some studies have shown that coffee consumption reduces the incidence of neurological and cerebral diseases
Such as diseases (Alzheimer’s, dementia, strokes, and also Parkinson’s disease)
Studies have also shown that the risk of developing Alzheimer’s is reduced by 27% when consuming coffee appropriately and in moderation
Coffee also increases concentration, attention, and alertness, and also improves mood
Helps with weight loss
Turkish coffee contains magnesium and potassium, which help and improve insulin consumption within the body
and also regulate blood circulation and reduce the desire to consume sugars
Moderate consumption of coffee helps with weight loss by breaking down fats and converting them into energy
It increases the level of adrenaline, which increases metabolic processes, which helps in heating the body and breaking down fat
Instant source of energy
According to studies conducted on this subject, those who consume a cup of coffee during the day have 62% more energy than those who do not consume it.
The body has the ability to absorb caffeine from coffee beans very quickly, so it gives a quick effect and immediate energy.
