The phrase “Let’s get together for coffee” has become synonymous with “Let’s get together to socialize.” This is a testament to how ubiquitous this age-old ritual is in our culture. For many centuries, there has been a special coffee making and drinking tradition in the Balkans, the Mediterranean and the Middle East using unfiltered, finely ground coffee beans. And Serbia is no exception. Since the 1990s, Kafa Gold has been a favorite coffee in the Balkans. Using domestically grown beans, our finely ground coffee has bold aroma and rich, full flavor. Unlike American filtered drip coffee or Italian Espresso, Kafa Gold Coffee is prepared in the manner of Greek or Turkish coffee. To make it, you’ll need a small narrow necked coffee pot called a “Briki,” “Cezve” or “Ibrik.” The preparation involves gently boiling the coffee with cold water – adding sugar and ground cardamom or cardamom pods, if wanted – until it comes to a foam. The foam is an essential part of this special brew, as are the coffee grinds that should sink the bottom of the demitasse-sized cup before drinking. Never stir before drinking and never add milk. Wait a couple of minutes and then savor our wonderful roast with family and friends.