Electric Turks: description and subtleties of choice

The electric turret is an improved version of the traditional Turks and is well known to the true connoisseurs of a coffee drink. Despite the advent of modern high-tech coffee machines, a real Turkish drink can be prepared exclusively with the help of the Turks, so many of its connoisseurs prefer to use this particular method of preparation.

As mentioned above, an electric Turk is designed for brewing coffee in Turkish, which cannot be done using drip or carob type coffee machines. Structurally, the device is arranged quite simply and consists of a housing and a heating element.

The volume of the working capacity is usually 200-500 ml, and stainless steel, plastic or ceramics are used as the manufacturing material. but there are also quite voluminous models capable of preparing up to 1.5 liters of coffee at a time. In its shape, the reservoir of an electrical appliance is similar to the shape of an ordinary Turk and is a vessel with a wide base and a narrowed neck.

The narrow neck makes it easy to control the foam and significantly reduces the area of ​​evaporation of the liquid when boiling during the preparation of the drink. The heating element is located under the bottom of the housing and is separated from the tank by a reliable waterproof gasket.

The power of electric heaters can reach 1000 watts, which allows you to brew coffee in literally 1-2 minutes.

The fact is that Turkish coffee is not recommended to bring to a full boil, and to independently track and catch the boiling edge can be quite problematic.

It was for this purpose that a Turkish coffee maker with an automatic shutdown was developed, which at the right time, without outside help, will stop heating the prepared drink.

The principle of operation of electric turks is similar to the principle of operation of an electric kettle, in which the heater located in the bottom of the tank heats the liquid inside the device and brings it to the boiling point.

Then a device that does not have an automatic shutdown is turned off by a person, and automatic samples are turned off themselves. In addition to automation, many modern items are equipped with folding handles, liquid level indicators, temperature sensors and touch control panels.

Until recently, electric Turks were somewhat inferior in popularity to modern automated coffee machines.

However, recent home appliance market trends show a growing demand for these inexpensive and user-friendly appliances. which is due to a number of undeniable advantages of these models.

• Electric Turks are very easy to use. It’s enough for a person to pour water into the tank, pour ground coffee and press the “Start” button.
• High speed cooking makes it possible to spend on cooking no more than 2 minutes.
• Availability in some models of an option of electric shutdown ensures timely shutdown of the heating element and eliminates the need to eliminate the consequences of "runaway" coffee.
• Universal design allows you to place a Turk in kitchens of any style - from classic to ultra-modern interior.
• The presence of a folding handle allows you to take the device on a journey and facilitates its storage.
• In comparison with coffee machines, an electric turret is very inexpensive, which provides the device even greater consumer accessibility. Moreover, the Turks do not consume too much electricity, which significantly saves the budget.
• Due to its simple design and the absence of complex elements, repair of electric turks can be performed at any service center.

Like any other household appliance, electric turrets also have their drawbacks. They include the need for careful care beyond the inner surface of the tank, which is complicated by its narrowed throat. This prevents free access inside to remove coffee deposits and scale.

Among the minuses can be noted and the need for the constant presence of a person and his control over the coffee brewing process in models not equipped with an automatic shutdown function. Otherwise, the drink simply “runs away” and stains the surface on which the Turk is located.

Moreover, experts believe that even models with automatic shutdown boil a little coffee, which leads to a decrease in foaming and a partial loss of aroma.

The modern market of household appliances offers a large number of various models of electric Turks. Below are samples that are mentioned more often than others on the Internet.

• Model Gorenje TCM 300W The white color is equipped with rubber feet, making the device very stable and safe. The body of the product is made of stainless steel and has a volume of 300 ml. At one time in such a Turk you can make up to 4 cups of coffee, which is enough for the needs of a family or a small company.

In addition to making coffee, the model can be used as an electric mini-kettle.The power of the heating element is 800 watts, which allows spending no more than 2 minutes on the preparation of the drink. The water tank is able to rotate freely around its axis 360 degreesthat prevents twisting of a wire and increases safety of use of the device.

The model is equipped with an automatic shutdown option in case the tank runs out of water. The product is available in dimensions 26x18x14.5 cm, has a cord 1 m long and weighs 0.7 kg. The price of the Turks is 1999 rubles (2019).

• Model Sinbo SCM-2928 represents the device with a power of 1000 W and a volume of 400 ml. The Start button is equipped with an LED indicator and is located on an ergonomic handle. The nozzle has a well-thought-out shape that does not allow the liquid to splash when pouring into cups.

The product is equipped with overheat protection. and has the function of automatically shutting off when there is not enough water in the tank. The case and handle are made in the colors of coffee and milk, which is very harmoniously combined with the prepared drink. The model is equipped with a cord 1.1 meters long, and its cost is 900 rubles (2019).

• Multifunctional Electric Turk TimeCup CM-620 is a high-tech device with automatic shutdown function.

The model is equipped a convenient display that displays the temperature of the liquid, a time sensor, a sensor for lifting the foam, a touch keyboard, a timer, a power-on indicator, a temperature controller and a compartment for the cord. Using this turkey makes the process of making coffee fully automated.

Immediately after turning on the “Start” button, the heating element starts to work at full power, and after raising the foam above a certain level, it instantly turns off. This cycle is repeated 4 times - exactly as much as the fire should be turned on and off with manual cooking.

At the end of cooking, the appliance beepsinviting the owner for a cup of coffee. Such a miracle of technology costs 7,800 rubles (2019).

When choosing an electric turkey it is necessary to take into account a number of significant points that directly or indirectly affect the usability of the device.

• It is necessary to determine the volume of the tank, which is calculated in accordance with the estimated number of people. So, for a family of 2-3 people, 250-300 ml is quite enough, while for a large team the volume of the cezve should be at least a liter.
• The next selection criterion is the power of the heating element. If there is a catastrophic lack of time in the mornings and you want to make a drink as quickly as possible, then it is wiser to opt for devices with a maximum power rating of 1000 watts. The energy consumption of such a model will be slightly higher than that of its low-power counterparts, but it will spend much less time on preparing one portion of the drink.
• If a Turk is chosen for a true gourmet, then in this case it is better to opt for low-power devices. The drink in such models brews much longer, due to which it manages to acquire a unique aroma and it turns out as close as possible to real Turkish coffee brewed over a slow open fire.
• An important factor is the material of the handle and it will be better if it is a tree. Wooden handles look pretty solid and are characterized by high performance. They are durable, do not heat up from a metal tank, and are characterized by increased strength and wear resistance.
• You should also pay attention to the material of manufacture of the body and wall thickness. So, ceramic and metal models are more preferable in terms of environmental friendliness and thermal stability than plastic ones.As for the walls of the tank, the larger their thickness, the more evenly the inside liquid will warm up, and the more aromatic and brewed coffee will turn out.
• If finances allow it’s better to purchase a device with an automatic shutdown function, which eliminates the need to stand above the Turk in anticipation of the readiness of the drink.

Making coffee in an electric turret is easier than using a gas or electric stove. To do this, just pour water to a certain point in the tank and pour out ground coffee.

Next, you need to click on the "Start" or "Start" button and wait for the boiling of the drink, and when equipping the device with the auto-off function, calmly go about your business.

If the device cannot turn itself off and control the temperature of the drink, then turn off the Start button manually, and you need to do this immediately, as soon as the foam begins to rise.

Of the general recommendations for the operation of an electric Turk, the following can be distinguished:

• it is advisable to take exclusively fried ground grains;
• you should not fill the Turk half with water, since in this case the narrowed form of the tank will not work to preserve the aroma, and the coffee will turn out tasteless;
• it is advisable to use only filtered water: this will prevent the formation of scale and extend the life of the device.

In general, consumers respond positively to electric Turks and enjoy using them.

Attention is drawn to the miniature size of the unit and the ability to quickly prepare a drink. Also marked low cost and profitability most household models.

However, true Turkish coffee lovers who have consumed it for more than one year immediately feel the difference between a drink made in the traditional way over low heat and coffee brewed in an electric Turk. And on the contrary, people who do not particularly understand and appreciate the delicate aroma are quite happy with the purchase and do not regret the money spent on it.

Regarding the technical side of the issue, most users note high reliability of the appliance and its durability.

Most often, the thermal relay fails, the handle fastenings become loose, and regardless of whether it is removable or folding, the heating elements burn out. However, these failures are characteristic of most water heaters, and the electric Turk is no exception.

You can learn more about the benefits of electric turk from the video.