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A small cup holds nearly black, opaque coffee topped with a thin layer of fine tawny foam, with a few dark grounds settled at the bottom.
●Low GI

Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee Calories

Traditional, caffeinated, low calorie

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

5kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

50mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 cup (small) of Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee (60 g) has 3 calories. That works out to 5 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.4 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (small) · 60 g

3

KCAL / 60G

Carbs

0.4g

· 0% DV

Protein

0.2g

· 0% DV

Fat

0g

· 0% DV

Fiber

0g

· 0% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 33% · Fat 0%

Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee nutrition facts table · 1 cup (small) (60 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories3 kcal
Total fat0 g0%
Saturated fat0 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium1.2 mg0%
Total carbohydrate0.4 g0%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein0.2 g0%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Small Cup of Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (small)60 g3 kcal
1 cup (extra small)45 g2 kcal
1 piece (small)60 g3 kcal
1 serving (small)60 g3 kcal
1 cup (medium)90 g5 kcal
100 g100 g5 kcal
1 cup (large)120 g6 kcal
2 cup (double)120 g6 kcal
1 cup (extra large)150 g8 kcal

Calculated from 5 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee

How do you make Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee?

Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee is made by gently heating very finely ground coffee with cold water and, if desired, sugar in a cezve. Stir before heating, then leave it undisturbed as it warms; spoon the rising foam into cups before serving.

Why does Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee have grounds at the bottom?

Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee is unfiltered, so the fine grounds settle in the cup rather than being removed during brewing. Sip it slowly and leave the thick sediment at the bottom instead of drinking it.

How do you get foam on Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee?

Use fresh, finely ground coffee and cold water, then heat Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee slowly in a cezve without stirring once it begins warming. Skim the foam into the cups before the coffee reaches a full boil.

What makes Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee different from espresso?

Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee is simmered with very finely ground coffee and served unfiltered, with grounds settling in the cup. Espresso is brewed under pressure and strained from the grounds, so it has a different texture and preparation.

Do you drink the grounds in Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee?

No, the grounds in Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee are normally left at the bottom of the cup. Stop sipping when you reach the sediment; drinking it can make the last mouthful gritty and bitter.

Does Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee contain more caffeine than espresso?

Not necessarily: caffeine in Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee varies with the coffee amount, bean, and cup size, while espresso is usually served in a smaller volume. Comparing drinks by cup alone can be misleading; both contain caffeine.

Can you add milk to Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee?

Yes, you can add milk, but Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee is traditionally prepared and served without it. Milk changes its strong, concentrated taste and can soften the distinctive texture, so add it after brewing rather than to the cezve.

Why is water served with Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee?

Water is commonly served with Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee to refresh the palate before sipping, making the coffee’s aroma easier to notice. Turkish delight or another sweet may accompany it, but neither is required.

Can Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee keep you awake?

Yes, caffeine in Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee can delay sleep or make sleep lighter, especially for people sensitive to caffeine. If it affects your rest, have it earlier in the day rather than close to bedtime.

Can you reheat Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee?

You can reheat Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee, but reheating usually dulls its aroma and does not restore its original foam. For the best flavor and texture, brew only what you plan to drink and serve it promptly.

Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B5

0.06mg · 1% DV

B3

0.18mg · 1% DV

B2

0.01mg · 1% DV

B1

0.01mg · 1% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.03mg · 1% DV

Magnesium

4.8mg · 1% DV

Potassium ⭐

30mg · 1% DV

Copper

0.01mg · 1% DV

Sodium

1.2mg · 0% DV

Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee

To burn the 3 calories in 1 cup (small) (60 g):

🚶

1min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

1min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

1min

Cycling

🏊

1min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee?

Freshly brewed Turkish coffee is made by simmering very finely ground coffee with water, traditionally in a small cezve. It is poured unfiltered, so the grounds settle at the bottom beneath a dark, often lightly foamed surface. The method has deep roots in Turkish coffee culture and is also familiar across parts of the Middle East and the Balkans.

It is usually served in a small cup, often after a meal, with a glass of water; some people enjoy it alongside a sweet. Unsweetened, it contributes very few calories, while providing caffeine. Sugar is commonly added during brewing rather than stirred in afterward, so ask for it plain if you prefer to sweeten it yourself. Leave the settled grounds in the cup.

How Nutritious Is Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee?

Nutrient density

Low

10/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

40/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Freshly Brewed Turkish Coffee Fat Profile

SATURATED

0g

MONOUNSATURATED

0g

POLYUNSATURATED

0g

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.