And the refreshing Turkish drinks

After walking through the hot Turkish streets in August, nothing is more relaxing than sitting in the shade with a refreshing drink.

- Tea is the national drink. Everywhere you look, there are tea vendors and people sipping tea from the typical glass cups. The tradition of offering tea dates back to the Silk Road, when, after long journeys across the steppe, travelers were offered tea upon arrival at oases and villages.

- We found again Ayran! I tried it for the first time in Kosovo, but this version has a completely different flavor—much less salty and more drinkable.

- The "Churchill" is a Turkish lemonade-like beverage with a unique twist. It is a drink similar to the one sold in Naples or Catania, made with water, salt, and lemon. Good to recover after after walking and sweating.

- Even though most Turks are non-drinkers, the national beer, Efes, is very good and refreshing as well.Read more