Tea and Turkish Breakfast: The Heart of the Table

Picture a lavish Turkish breakfast: cheese, olives, honey, warm bread… And alongside it all, a steaming tulip glass of deep ruby-red tea. Without tea, a Turkish breakfast simply isn't complete.

Why tea?

The gently astringent, full-bodied flavour of tea balances the salty and sweet tastes of a Turkish breakfast. It cleanses the palate and refreshes every bite.

The perfect brew for breakfast

Breakfast tea is typically enjoyed strong and dark. Brew Berberoğlu black tea on a low heat for 25 minutes to achieve that classic breakfast strength.

The pleasure of the tulip glass

Serving tea in a traditional tulip-shaped glass shows off its colour and keeps the tradition alive. Serve it hot, and never leave it sitting in the pot for hours.

If you'd like to pick up fresh tea for your breakfast table, browse our products or take a look at our guide to Turkish tea varieties.