Greek · drink
Greek Coffee (Ellinikos Kafes)
Greek Coffee (Ellinikos Kafes) reads sweetness 8.0, bitterness 5.4 and earthy 3.1 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a Greek drink, about 12 min. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 0.0 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 8.0 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 0.0 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 5.9 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 2.3 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 0.0 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Sweetness 8.0 · Bitterness 5.4 · Earthy 3.1 · Nutty 2.3
What's in it (3)
- 1 tsp finely ground Greek coffee
- 3 oz water
- 1 tsp sugar (optional)
Time & effort: about 12 min (8 min active) · effort: easy
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 17.2 kcal, 0 g protein, 0 g fat, 4.4 g carbs
Dietary: Vegan — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (2 steps)
- Combine cold water and coffee in a small copper briki and heat very slowly until a thick foam (kaimaki) rises to the brim.
- Pour carefully into a small cup and wait for the grounds to settle before sipping.
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Every number above is Palate's engine-measured estimate, computed from this recipe's ingredients and techniques — not human-tasted ratings or reviews.