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UAE Stories and Cultural Learning: Arabic Coffee

June 15, 2022

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The ingrained drink in any social gathering or celebration must be the Arabic coffee. Locally, it is called Gahwa, served in midget cups for easy hold and quick drink while is hot. It is made of coarsely grounded Rabic coffee beans mixed with grounded cardamom, cloves, and saffron.

The Arabic coffee is one of prominent traditions in the UAE.

Arabic coffee is made from coffee beans roasted very lightly or heavily from 165 to 210 °C (329 to 410 °F) and cardamom, and is a traditional beverage in Arab culture. Traditionally, it is roasted on the premises (at home or for special occasions), ground, brewed and served in front of guests.

Arabic coffee is a version of the brewed coffee of Coffee arabica beans. Most Arab countries throughout the Middle East have developed distinct methods for brewing and preparing coffee. Cardamom is an often-added spice, but it can alternatively be served plain.

Arabic coffee is defined by the method of preparation and flavors, rather than the type of roast beans. Arabic coffee is boiled coffee that is not filtered, made black. Sugar is not typically added, but if so, it can be added during preparation or when serving.

A typical espresso shot, or one ounce of Arabic coffee, contains approximately 40 milligrams of caffeine while a 4 ounce cup of Arabica drip brewed coffee contains approximately 100 milligrams.

Place of origin: Yemen

Invented: 15th century

Alternative names: Qahwah arabiyya

Associated national cuisine: Arab cuisine

Region or state: Arab World, Middle East

Serving temperature: Hot

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