22.02.2026 21:22
The licorice syrup obtained from the root of the licorice plant, which grows along the Euphrates River, is among the essentials of iftar tables. Those who want to buy licorice syrup sold in bags or bottles are forming long queues at some establishments. It is sold for 25 lira per liter.
In Gaziantep, which is part of UNESCO's "Creative Cities" network in the field of gastronomy, the herbal drink called meyan şerbeti, known for its digestive properties, is among the most preferred beverages on iftar tables.
IT IS SOLD FOR 25 LIRA PER LITER, LONG QUEUES FORM
Those who want to buy meyan şerbeti, sold in bags or bottles, are forming long queues at some establishments. The meyan şerbeti, sold for 25 lira per liter and reaching 2 liters when mixed with water, appeals to all segments with its affordable price.
"IT HAS A REFRESHING EFFECT IN SUMMER"
Mehmet Yılmaz, who has been in the sherbet business for about 50 years, stated that they bring meyan roots collected from the banks of the Euphrates River and process them in their shop. Yılmaz noted that meyan is good for indigestion and said: "Meyan şerbeti has a refreshing effect in summer. It is found on every table during Ramadan. As long as it is clean. It has become a habit to consume it during Ramadan, so it is found on every table. I am now teaching this profession to my children. They will do it now. I want all Gazianteps to drink meyan şerbeti."
"IT IS A CULTURE THAT COMES FROM THE OTTOMAN PERIOD"
Customer Bülent Ataseven stated that he never misses meyan şerbeti on his table during Ramadan, saying, "I have been buying meyan şerbeti from Mehmet ustas's shop for 40 years. I recommend all my friends to taste this flavor. It is very beneficial. It is a culture that comes from the Ottoman period."
"I ALWAYS BUY IT BEFORE IFTAR AND KEEP IT ON MY TABLE"
Customer Mustafa Alagöz stated that meyan şerbeti is among the indispensable flavors of Ramadan, saying, "I always buy my meyan şerbeti before iftar and keep it on my table. I recommend it to everyone. Meyan şerbeti is a must-have on our tables."