Carob Demand in the Middle East and Gulf Countries
Carob is not a foreign product to the Middle East; the natural distribution area of the tree also includes Syria, Lebanon, Palestine, Jordan and Egypt. The most visible face of demand in the region is the carob drink called "kharoub", which comes to iftar tables during Ramadan, and Lebanon's deep-rooted carob molasses tradition.
Read MoreHot Drink with Carob (Carob Latte)
Carob latte is a hot drink that combines carob powder with hot and frothed milk, similar to cocoa drinks but with a distinctive caramel flavor. Unlike cocoa, carob powder does not add caffeine to the drink, and thanks to its natural sweetness, it can be prepared with little or no added sugar.
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What Is Carob Sherbet (Harnup Sherbet)?
Carob sherbet is a sweet drink prepared from carob fruit or molasses obtained from the fruit and molasses, usually served cold. "Carob" is the name of carob, especially used in the southern regions of Turkey and the Arab world. Sherbet, on the other hand, is the general name of non-alcoholic sweet drinks prepared from fruits, flowers and spices in Turkish and Middle Eastern cuisine.
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Carob Coffee: The Decaffeinated Coffee Alternative
Carob coffee is a hot drink prepared not from coffee beans, but from roasted and ground carob fruit. Although it has "coffee" in its name, it has nothing to do with the coffee plant; it is called by this name because of its dark coffee-like color, roasted aroma and brewing. Its lack of caffeine and theobromine makes it an interesting alternative, especially for those who want to avoid stimulants.
Read MoreDoes Carob Contain Caffeine?
Carob is often referred to with the question "Does it contain stimulants like cocoa?" due to its cocoa-like color and aroma. Scientific reviews and laboratory analyzes show that carob fruit flesh does not contain caffeine and theobromine, or that the measurement methods of these compounds are below the detection limit.
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