Arapgir Pohmutu Product Description and Distinguishing Features: Arapgir Pohmutu/Pohmut is a confectionery made from dried mulberries and almonds grown in the Arapgir district, and it is produced using the geographically registered Hekimhan Walnut (registered with number 432) and Malatya Apricot Kernel (registered with number 573), specifically for consumption during the winter season. Arapgir Pohmutu/Pohmut has a long history and holds a significant place in the culinary culture of the Arapgir district. This product is especially consumed during the winter months. Its production involves specific geographical conditions and requires skill, which is why there is a geographical and reputational connection to Arapgir Pohmutu/Pohmut. Production Method: In the production of Arapgir Pohmutu/Pohmut, seedless mulberries grown within the geographical boundaries are used as the main ingredient. Additionally, Hekimhan Walnut, Malatya Apricot Kernel, and almonds are used. The preparation of this confectionery begins in September-October as a winter food.To produce 1000 g of Arapgir Pohmutu/Pohmut, a mixture of 750 g of dried mulberries and 250 g of a combination of Hekimhan Walnut, almonds, or Malatya Apricot Kernel is used. In mid-June, nets are spread over the mulberry trees, and when the mulberries ripen, they fall onto the nets. After waiting for 3 to 5 days on the nets and experiencing a 30-40% loss of moisture, the mulberries are removed and spread in another area to complete the drying process. The drying of mulberries takes about 20 days. The dried mulberries are pounded in a stone mortar or iron mortar until fully crushed. The mulberries in the form of flour are sieved. The sieved products are pounded again. After reaching a paste-like consistency, Hekimhan Walnut is added in whole, and pounding continues for 15 minutes. Almonds and Malatya Apricot Kernel are added, and the pounding process continues. The process is complete once all the components release their oils and the mixture achieves a paste-like consistency. Although Arapgir Pohmutu/Pohmut is primarily produced by combining all the ingredients, it can also be produced by adding only almonds, only Hekimhan Walnut, or only Malatya Apricot Kernel to dried mulberries, depending on preference. After production, Arapgir Pohmutu/Pohmut is immediately placed in food-safe earthenware or plastic containers and made available for sale. Its shelf life is three months.