Turkish · drink
Turkish Coffee (Turk Kahvesi)
Turkish Coffee (Turk Kahvesi) reads sweetness 6.8, warm spice 4.7 and earthy 3.9 on Palate's 0–10 flavor X-ray — a Turkish drink, about 8 min. Measured from the recipe itself: ingredients and technique.
The flavor X-ray — six axes, 0–10
- Umami & Savory — 0.0 / 10
- Sweet & Fruity — 7.0 / 10
- Sour & Bright — 0.6 / 10
- Bitter & Earthy — 4.2 / 10
- Rich & Fat — 0.6 / 10
- Aromatic & Spice — 5.0 / 10
The measured notes (of 18)
Sweetness 6.8 · Warm Spice 4.7 · Earthy 3.9 · Floral 3.5 · Bitterness 2.3 · Herbaceous 1.2 · Citrus 0.6 · Fruity 0.6 · Nutty 0.6
What's in it (4)
- 1 heaping tsp finely ground Turkish coffee
- 3 oz cold water
- 1 tsp sugar (optional)
- 1 pinch cardamom (optional)
Time & effort: about 8 min · effort: easy
Nutrition (per 100 g, engine-estimated): 174.5 kcal, 5.2 g protein, 1.8 g fat, 37.9 g carbs
Dietary: Vegan — engine-derived; double-check anything allergy-critical.
How it's cooked (3 steps)
- Place cold water, coffee, and sugar in a small copper cezve and heat very slowly without stirring until a thick foam rises.
- Pour carefully into a small cup, foam first, and wait for grounds to settle.
- Serve with a glass of water and a small sweet.
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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.