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If you follow through you’ll learn about some fun and perhaps useful facts, that make a story and history of Mostar Coffee Culture.\u00a0<\/h2>\n

Puzzled about the social mystery behind the Mostar Coffee culture? We’re here to help! Your Mostar vacation<\/u><\/a> \u00a0cannot be complete without emerging in the phenomenon of culture, social interactions and tasting rich flavors that Mostar cafe’s can offer.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Are you on the Balkans cultural trip or a Bosnia and Herzegovina holiday which takes you to Mostar, where you nestle in a beautiful Mostar apartment<\/u><\/a>, close to the iconic UNESCO protected Old Bridge? Or you are just passing through and have some time to spare to experience the beautiful country enveloped in the roasted coffee beads scent? No matter what’s the reason why you are here nor how long you are staying, we’d love to make your Bosnia and Herzegovina holiday<\/u><\/a>\u00a0worthwhile and memorable. \u00a0<\/p>\n

One of the greatest ways to explore the country is through its culture and customs. Therefore, in this article, we’ll talk about an important cultural segment which binds us all together, warms up our mood and makes our days nice and smooth. If you\u2019re looking for things to do in Mostar, you might want to explore some of the Mostar cafe’s. They offer far more than just coffee.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

So, are you one of those coffee worshipers who could not imagine surviving a day without this aromatic magic potion? If you are and the destiny took you to visit Mostar<\/u><\/a>, here are some tips and insights that will help you make your Mostar vacation and accommodation<\/u> <\/a>majestic.<\/p>\n

Black as a devil, hot as hell, it possesses the strength to wake up the dead and the energy to keep the planet spinning around. Yes, you are right, this article is about its majesty, Coffee or, more specifically, Mostar Coffee Culture. \u00a0<\/p>\n

If you follow through you’ll learn about some fun and perhaps useful facts, that make a story and history of Mostar Coffee Culture.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Coffee culture in Bosnia and Herzegovina \u2013 Where it all started?<\/span><\/h3>\n

Tracing its origin all the way back to Ethiopia, from where it was exported to Yemen and Middle East, coffee reached Istanbul, and with Ottomans and their culture it got to Bosnia and Herzegovina in the 16th century, where it soon became famous and irreplaceable. \u00a0<\/p>\n

People loved this warm dark beverage that boosted the energy and encouraged the social intercourse, and though in the beginning coffee was a privilege, consumed only amongst the rich, it shortly became hugely popular, and in no time, almost 500 years ago, the first coffee houses appeared in Sarajevo<\/a> . They became the social life centers, where people gathered to talk, listen to music, play board games, etc., all accompanied with a cup of hot coffee. They were soon recognized as the vital centers for the information exchange, popularly known as \u201eSchools of the Wise\u201c.<\/p>\n

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The first coffee houses in the world, called qahveh khaneh<\/em>, were open in Mecca (Saudi Arabia) in 15th century, but in 1511 coffee was banned here, since it was believed to excite curiosity and radical thinking. Almost simultaneously as in Istanbul, the first coffee house in Sarajevo was opened in 1534 and it was located in Bentbasha. Not long after, the coffee culture dispersed to Mostar and other towns across the country. And the first coffee house in Europe<\/a>, outside of the Ottoman empire, was open in Venice, Italy, in the mid 17th century, almost 120 years after the ones opened throughout Bosnia and Herzegovina.<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Today, it is inconceivable that there exists a household where you would find no coffee. It even has its International Coffee Day, celebrated on 1st October. The biggest coffee drinkers in the world are Finns, who consume 12kg of coffee per person per year. Bosnia and Herzegovina is on the 11th place when it comes to coffee drinking, with 6,1kg of coffee per person per year.<\/p>\n

And when it comes to the fairly long Coffee culture in Bosnia and Herzegovina, you have to understand that coffee here is rarely a solitary pleasure. It is typically enjoyed in a good company, relaxed, chatty atmosphere and cozy ambience. When we talk about things to do in Mostar, exploring the Mostar coffee culture is one of the best ways to feel the town and its residents. It is often said that the famous Mostar poet Aleksa \u0160anti\u0107<\/u><\/a> \u00a0used to love enjoying coffee with friends in Mostar Old Town <\/u><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n

The traditional Bosnian coffee in Mostar cafe’s<\/h3>\n

Traditional Bosnian coffee is a specialty in Bosnia and Herzegovina and many Mostar<\/a> caf\u00e9s still serve it, despite the recent rising popularity of espresso culture. The best traditional Bosnian coffee is freshly ground into a fine powder, that is then put into a special pot, called cezve or ibrik, and the boiled water is poured over it. Per wish, sugar is also added. The mixture is then put back to the burner, and heated till the coffee starts to raise. Bosnian coffee in Mostar cafe\u2019s is traditionally served in small ceramic cups, called finjans, alongside sugar and Turkish delight, everything placed on an engraved metal tray. A glass of water is also brought, to sip it prior to sipping a coffee brew, so that the flavor of coffee is full and unspoiled and it could be properly enjoyed.<\/p>\n

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Some of the Mostar cafe’s with the best traditional coffee<\/h3>\n

For the ultimate experience and indulgence in the traditional Bosnian coffee in the authentic atmosphere, we recommend some of the Mostar cafes near the Old town, such as:<\/p>\n