“Turkish coffee has become the first product from Türkiye to be included in the European Union’s list of Traditional Specialities Guaranteed (TSG).”
Official EU Recognition for Turkish Coffee
Turkish coffee has achieved a historic milestone by being officially registered in the European Union’s Traditional Specialities Guaranteed (TSG) system — marking a first for Türkiye. Following the application submitted by the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye (TOBB), the decision was published in the Official Journal of the European Union, granting full protection to Turkish coffee under EU law.
What Is TSG?
The TSG scheme protects not the geographical origin of a product, but rather its traditional production method and authentic character. This registration safeguards the uniqueness of a specific recipe or technique. Products holding TSG status can carry the “Traditional Speciality Guaranteed” logo across Europe, provided they are made according to the officially recognized method.
A First for Türkiye
Until now, Türkiye had registered several products in the EU under the Geographical Indication (GI) category. However, Turkish coffee is the first Turkish product to earn the Traditional Speciality Guaranteed (TSG) designation. This distinction represents the formal recognition of Türkiye’s culinary heritage at the EU level.
Official Registration Details
According to the EU Official Journal, Decision No. C/2025/5912 confirms that the registration of Turkish coffee was approved by the European Commission. The listing appears in the EU’s eAmbrosia database under the name “Turkish Coffee / Türk Kahvesi”, marking a significant step in preserving Türkiye’s traditional production methods within the European framework.
Cultural and Economic Significance
The EU-wide protection of Turkish coffee is expected to enhance the international visibility of Türkiye’s cultural heritage while opening new opportunities for gastronomy tourism and export strategies.
Experts note that this milestone will also help clarify the definition of “authentic Turkish coffee” in the European market, preventing unfair competition and protecting the integrity of one of Türkiye’s most iconic traditions.
