Turkish Coffee - All You Need to Know
In this episode, Kenneth sits down with David Peters of Ten Boom Coffee Roasters that works hand in hand with AGROCAFE of Israel. They discuss Turkish coffee, one of the first forms of coffee brewing. David explains how this unique way of brewing is undergoing something of a renaissance and is becoming popular in new markets.
They share two great Turkish coffee recipes. As well as explain its history, the type of coffee you need to use, how it is made, and the equipment you need to make it at home.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Turkish coffee is traditionally made in a copper Ibrik.
- People describe Turkish coffee sometimes as 'incredibly strong'.
- The coffee must be very finely ground. But, be careful, because in this form coffee goes stale really quickly.
- Arabic coffee is not the same as Turkish coffee.
- It can be brewed on the stovetop but is sometimes made using hot sand.
- Let it foam up once, then share that foam evenly between the cups.
- If you use a lighter roast, you don't necessarily need any sugar.
BEST MOMENTS
‘Turkish coffee was brought into the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century. ´
‘If you are using ground coffee, it is probably not ground enough for Turkish coffee.’
‘Be aware of those grinds in the bottom of your cup.’
GUEST AND EPISODE RESOURCES
@tenboom.roasters
https://tenboom.coffee
The Hiding Place by Corey Ten Boom - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hiding-Place-Corrie-Ten-Boom-ebook/dp/B004TS1MGK
Turkish Coffee World Champion 2020 recipe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEPQ33boQkk
Ibrik: https://www.amazon.co.uk/DEMMEX-2019-9-Turkish-Engraved-Stovetop/dp/B07QGBRK97/
VALUABLE RESOURCES
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ABOUT THE HOST
As a coffee lover, physician, chemical engineer, serial entrepreneur, competitive runner, writer, and family man, Kenneth knows what it’s like to push yourself to achieve goals very few accomplish. He’s one of the best specialty coffee roasters in the United States as he’s a multi-year US Coffee Roasters’ Competition Finalist. He created Umble Coffee Co with the belief that, if sourced and roasted right, coffee can taste phenomenal and be good for you.
“Life’s too short to drink bad coffee.”
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