Emir Kaya

Head of roasting at POSA · 3 picks in Istanbul

Posa

Emir's Picks

No. 1

Fatih

ARC Coffee Co.“Great coffee and an amazing team. A relaxed shop with incredible pour-overs, my favourite here because they roast on Roest S200 and P3000 machines, which completely changes how the coffee tastes. Take a walk around the neighbourhood, watch the locals and visit Kariye.

No. 2

Beyoğlu

Probador Colectiva“A unique interior, strange in a good way, right in the centre of Istanbul. A sweet spot for espresso, with equipment like the Weber EG-1 that pulls excellent shots. After grabbing your cup, wander around Beyoğlu, along İstiklal Avenue and through Cihangir.

No. 3

Beşiktaş

Petra · Bebek“My favourite spot whenever I want to get away from the city. The shop is designed to feel like a home, with a lovely garden around it, and there are a few seasonal drinks, desserts and dishes. If you are lucky, you can find rare books about coffee and high-quality homemade products. Afterwards, a slow walk along the Bosphorus is the perfect way to wrap it all up.

About Emir

Emir KayaHead of roasting at POSA

Emir Kaya is head roaster at Posa in Istanbul. Nearly ten years in coffee have taken in almost every role, from the bar and the roaster to the service floor, and that range drives an interest in how customers behave and how each part of a coffee business serves them. Lately Emir has been training for SCA judging and seeking out new coffee shops across the city.

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