Coffee utensils in the modern world are a practical and even utilitarian item. While lovers of the natural drink are engaged in a heated debate about the benefits of cezves made from different materials, manufacturers are making universal options in which you can boil coffee and cook porridge. An enameled coffee pot is one of these modern solutions.
Pros and cons of an electric Turk compared to a coffee maker
It works on the same principle as an electric kettle.
The electric turk is a wonderful assistant in making natural coffee. According to the method of operation and principle of operation, it is similar to an electric kettle. An electric Turk will be especially appreciated in apartments with an induction cooker. Despite the low prevalence of electric cezve, compared to a coffee maker, it has many advantages:
- With proper care and careful use, the device will last for many years. It is enough just to clean the heating part from scale.
- Convenient to use due to its small volume. Making coffee doesn't take much time.
- An electric Turk is advantageous to use because it does not require the purchase of additional accessories, such as a coffee machine.
- Both amateurs and professionals can handle the process of making coffee in an electric Turk. Maintenance is quite simple and consists of simply washing the device after each use.
- The heat-resistant base will protect against burns.
- Beautiful and modern design will fit into the interior of any kitchen.
- Possibility to heat water in the absence of a kettle.
- Affordable cost of the device.
The main advantages are mobility and low price.
The disadvantages of the device are minimal and insignificant. The main disadvantages of electric Turks:
- The taste of coffee beans brewed in an electric cezve is significantly different from those brewed in a regular metal cezve.
- When boiling, the drink instantly pours out of the device.
- Not suitable for large companies due to small volume. In one preparation it is possible to brew only a couple of cups of coffee.
Who is the enamel Turk suitable for?
Any thing can be used as efficiently as possible in the right conditions. Who and where can an enamel Turk come in handy?
- As a hiking or country option. Unpretentiousness, low cost, light weight - what else is needed for operation in any conditions?
- As a universal kitchen utensil, especially if you don’t make coffee very often and don’t particularly pay attention to flavor nuances. But in such a ladle it is convenient to heat milk, make icing or cream, and brew herbal tea and cocoa.
- A collection for coffee lovers who love experiments.
- Thrifty and thrifty buyers. The main argument is the low price.
An enamel pot is an ordinary small saucepan with a long handle. You can make coffee in it, but its taste will be inferior to a drink brewed in a copper cezve. But in terms of versatility and low price, enamel cookware has no equal.
Auto shut-off design and function
The appearance of an electric Turk is practically no different from a copper Turk. The electric device is distinguished by a spout that is tapered upward, retaining the aroma of the drink inside the tank. There are no more similarities between Turks. The design of an electric Turk is quite primitive and similar to an electric kettle.
Components of an electrical appliance
The Turks include:
- Internal reservoir for coffee beans and water.
- Top cover.
- The moisture-resistant lining protects the wires from water ingress.
- A heating component in the form of a spiral placed in the center of the structure.
- Base with wires.
- Button to start and stop the device.
- Wire with Euro plug.
- Sensors
In more expensive models, manufacturers add additional options. Folding and removable handles, automatic shut-off, several degrees of heating, various designs and materials make the electric Turk unique and modern. The inner container is made of aluminum or steel coated with food-grade tin. Ceramic and Teflon models are available for sale.
Electric Turk PROFFI, with touch control and auto shut-off function
Externally, electrical appliances are made of plastic. The heating coil is made of metal. High-quality stainless steel is the most durable material that you should pay attention to when purchasing a device.
Ceramic appliances are of much higher quality, but their price is much higher. Chinese models made entirely of plastic are cheap and fragile.
Alternative Turkish materials - what to choose
Undoubtedly, the best strong coffee is obtained from expensive copper Turks. But there are many other options for any wallet made from other materials:
- ceramic cezves. Affordable, they retain all the properties of coffee beans well during brewing. They are fragile and require careful handling;
- aluminum. Affordable, budget option. Strong and durable, but the metal itself is very soft. Failure to comply with the proportions (neck and bottom of the same shape) does not affect the drink for the better;
- bronze. Expensive, durable and durable material with good thermal conductivity. The coffee in such cezves turns out tasty and aromatic.
- clay. Affordable and environmentally friendly material has made such cezves quite popular. Unfortunately, the porous structure of the walls absorbs odors well, so this pot is only suitable for brewing one type of bean.
A brass pot will be a good alternative to a copper one - affordable price, correct shape, attractive design, long service life. The main condition is to take a responsible approach to choosing a cezve and take into account all the parameters when purchasing.
How much do e-Turks cost?
The choice of electric Turks is quite diverse. The price of Turks directly depends on the preferences of the buyer. On store shelves you can find both the cheapest and most expensive models:
- A plastic electric Turk costs from 1000 to 1600 rubles. The final cost depends on the volume of the model. Such a Turk is irreplaceable on trips and business trips.
- An electric Turk made of stainless steel will cost the buyer 2500-5000 rubles. Typically, such devices are electrically heated. In the office, such a device will be an indispensable thing.
- A ceramic Turk can be purchased from 4,500 to 7,500 rubles. Such electrical equipment is suitable for long-term home use.
Read on the site also interesting information about how a Turk differs from a cezve and how to brew coffee with foam in a Turk.
The key to delicious coffee is the shape of the vessel, bottom and neck
Before choosing a Turk for brewing coffee, look at the shape of the pot. The aroma and taste of the drink depends on it. When choosing, consider the following points.
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If the bottom of the vessel is wider than the top, then the walls of the Turka have a steep slope. This form is the best, as it prevents the heated grounds from rising upward. The mass will concentrate at the bottom, as a result the coffee will brew better.
A good Turk should have a narrow neck. This top allows you to create a dense foam cap on the surface, which plays the role of a kind of plug. The aroma of the brewed drink and essential oils do not disappear through it. This will allow you to cook a delicious treat.
The size of the bottom of the dish should be twice the diameter of the neck. This bottom heats the coffee evenly and maximizes the flavor.
Review of manufacturers
When purchasing an electric Turk, the buyer should pay attention to the manufacturers of these devices. The most popular are:
- The volume of the electric turk is 250 ml. There is no auto shutdown, and the power reaches 875 W. Suitable for brewing Turkish coffee beans.
- Beko BBK 2113. Has automatic shutdown when the drink boils. The power is only 650 W, and the volume is 500 ml. Suitable for finely ground Arabica or Robusta coffee beans. It has additional functions: preparing coffee with thick foam and an audible warning when the drink is ready.
- Gorenje TCM 300. Quite comfortable, small cone-shaped electric Turk with a plastic handle. Power 850 W, volume 300 ml. The price for such a Turk is affordable, and the quality and design are attractive.
- Volumetric electronic pot 600 ml, power 850 W. It has a heat-resistant flask that maintains the temperature of the drink for a long time. In case of excessive overheating, automatic shutdown is triggered.
- TimeCup CM-620 is a universal and fully automated device. Equipped with touch buttons and temperature and time display. The reservoir is made of ceramic and has a large volume.
These Turkish models are in great demand and have different functions and prices. The choice of models is quite wide, to suit every taste and budget.
Product comparison: choosing which model to choose and buy
| Product photo | Product Name | Rating / Average price |
| Rating of brass Turks, coffee makers, coffee grinders TimA | ||
| Coffee grinder TimA KS-02 | 2324 rub. | |
| Rating of brass Turks, coffee makers, coffee grinders Lefard | ||
| Turka Lefard 733-108 (650 ml) | 1907 rub. | |
| Turk Lefard 877-558 (500 ml) | 3077 rub. | |
| Turk Lefard Graving 733-121 (450 ml) | 1427 rub. | |
| Turka Lefard 733-118 (650 ml) | 1759 rub. | |
| Turk Lefard Graving 733-117 (450 ml) | 1376 rub. | |
| Turka Lefard 877-555 (350 ml) | 2371 rub. | |
| Turka Lefard 733-120 (250 ml) | 1005 rub. | |
| Turka Lefard 733-119 (800 ml) | 1847 rub. | |
| Turka Lefard 733-113 (800 ml) | 2143 rub. | |
How to choose the right coffee maker
Progress does not stand still and today electric geyser coffee makers have appeared with a heating element at the base and a power of up to 1000 W.
An electric turk is a fairly convenient device for brewing coffee. To ensure comfortable use of the device when purchasing, you should also pay attention to:
- Volume of the flask. The number of servings of coffee at a time depends on the size of the Turkish tank. For a small family, a volume of 250-300 ml is suitable, and for a large family or office, 500 ml.
- Power. The higher the power of the Turk, the faster the coffee will brew. If you need to quickly prepare a drink, a 750 W Turk is suitable. For those who are not interested in cooking quickly, an electric pot with a power regulator is suitable.
Characteristics of a brass Turk
What kind of metal is brass? It is an alloy of copper and zinc, sometimes other components are added to it. By varying them, it is possible to obtain alloys of different characteristics and even colors.
Today, many useful things are made from brass, mainly for technical or decorative purposes. The physical characteristics of the alloy determine the properties of the brass cezve.
- High density. It is only slightly lower than that of copper. Therefore, brass Turks are quite heavy and durable.
- A brass cezve conducts heat quite well, although it is inferior in this regard to pure copper utensils.
- The brass Turk cools slowly, retaining the heat of the drink for a long time.
In addition, brass has several other useful features. It is flexible, malleable, easy to polish and takes the required shape well. Therefore, cezves from this material are made in a classic conical shape, with a wide bottom and a narrow neck.
Brass easily interacts with oxygen, can oxidize, darken and even rust, so aluminum is often added to the alloy or the inside of the Turk is covered with a layer of food-grade tin.
Brass utensils, including Turk, have a long service life - up to 30-40 years. It is durable and resistant to almost all types of deformation.
Caring for it includes regular washing with warm water, and it is recommended to additionally wipe the polished Turk with a dry soft cloth so that no stains or streaks remain on the surface.
An important property of brass alloys is their availability and low cost, so brass cezves are increasingly replacing their copper counterparts. This is more profitable for the manufacturer, but for the consumer the difference is not great - 10-20%.
Customer reviews about electric Turks
They are easy to use, but the coffee is not always tasty.
Electric Turks appeared on the market relatively recently, but have already proven themselves. Buyers rate the Turk for its convenience and ease of use. Housewives often use an electric pot to boil water and cook eggs. There are also negative reviews about the device for boiling quickly and, accordingly, a tasteless drink. Such consumers are returning to the traditional Turk.
The electric Turk is a new, modern device. Ease of use makes up for the disadvantage of being overpriced. The device is a great time saver and is indispensable when traveling.
Why were these particular materials chosen?
The Turk is made from copper, brass or steel. Such a set of materials is easy to explain.
Copper, as the softest and most pliable material, was best suited for creating the very first dalla - the ancestor of the device familiar to us.
- Brass is the successor to copper, surpassing it in a number of characteristics, which we will talk about a little later.
- Steel is the most modern material from which most cookware is made. Turka was no exception.
To be fair, it should be said that other metals are also used for production, for example, aluminum or even silver, but they are much less common on sale.
If you buy Turkish, then only Turkish
Coffee is an essential component of Turkish life.
In 2013, the international organization UNESCO recognized it as a national treasure of the country. Today, all those who go to the picturesque landscapes of Cappadocia or admire the magical view of the Bosphorus certainly stop by some bazaar to pick up spices or buy an authentic Turkish coffee pot. This item in its popularity can only be compared with the Turkish manual coffee grinder. What can we say – the birthplace of coffee!
Thanks to many years of efforts by the Turks, we have an idea of what shape a cezve should be to brew truly delicious coffee. In a proper Turk, the grounds do not rise, but slide down the walls, separating from the foam.
Türkiye became acquainted with coffee back in the 14th century. According to legend, coffee beans came to Anatolia thanks to two enterprising Syrians. However, there is another story that claims that fragrant grains came to Istanbul during the reign of Suleiman the Magnificent thanks to the governor of Habesh, Ozdemir Pasha.
Already by the middle of the 15th century, the Habesh province in the Ottoman Empire was considered the birthplace of coffee. True, then this drink was called “Kaffa”. The rich black elixir was also popular in Egypt and India.
Coffee came to Russia during the reign of Peter the Great. It appeared before the king in the form of classic Turkish coffee.
