Isikeli Chickpea Brown Description and Distinctive Features of the Product: Işıkeli Chickpea Coffee is a type of coffee produced in the village of Işıkeli in the Biga district of Çanakkale province, by roasting chickpeas at a moderate temperature of 200-250 °C and grinding them to a size of 200-300 microns. It is packaged in 200-gram packages with aluminum barrier packaging to prevent air exposure.Before being brewed, the powdered Işıkeli Chickpea Coffee contains 5.5% protein and 8% fat in dry matter but does not contain caffeine. The color values of the powdered form of Işıkeli Chickpea Coffee according to the C.I.E color system are L=47-49; a=7-8; b=18-19. To prepare the beverage of Işıkeli Chickpea Coffee, it is mixed with baking soda, white sugar (optional), and water. Traditionally, it is prepared without sugar and served with dried grapes. Nowadays, it is commonly served with Turkish delight or chocolate.The chickpeas used in the production of Işıkeli Chickpea Coffee are small-sized chickpeas called "yellow chickpeas," which are also produced within the geographical boundary. The yellow chickpea is characterized by its small, not perfectly round shape, resistant to pests and weather conditions, and has a diameter of 5-7 mm. The history of Işıkeli Chickpea Coffee dates back to ancient times and holds significant importance in the kitchen culture and economy of the Işıkeli village. For these reasons, it is associated with a geographical indication. Production Method: The chickpeas used in the production of Işıkeli Chickpea Coffee are sourced from within the geographical boundary. After being cleaned with water, the yellow chickpeas are spread out on trays and moderately roasted in a wood-fired oven at a temperature of 200-250 °C. The roasting process is completed in 2-4 hours depending on the season and moisture content of the chickpeas. To prevent burning, the chickpeas are gently stirred occasionally during roasting. Once roasted, the chickpeas are ground to a size of 200-300 microns using a hammer coffee grinder. They are then packaged in 200g portions with aluminum barrier packaging to prevent air exposure. To brew Işıkeli Chickpea Coffee (1 portion): - 10-12 g Işıkeli Chickpea Coffee - 1-2 g baking soda - White sugar (optional, 2.0-2.5 g for low sugar, 3.0-3.5 g for medium sugar, 4.5-5.0 g for sweet) - 70-75 ml hot water In a cezve (Turkish coffee pot), Işıkeli Chickpea Coffee, baking soda, white sugar (optional), and hot water are thoroughly mixed and then brewed at approximately 90-95 ℃. The coffee is served after brewing. Traditionally, Işıkeli Chickpea Coffee is prepared without sugar and served with dried grapes. Nowadays, it is commonly served with Turkish delight or chocolate.