Recently one of my international friends asked if he could find alcoholic beverages in Turkey and do Muslim Turkish people could consume alcohol freely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
International friends of mine assume that there is no drinking habit in our culture because the majority of Turks are Muslim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Alcoholic drinks are widely consumed by the Turkish People.<\/strong> If you are above 18 years old, drinking alcoholic beverages is legal in Turkey. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Especially in western Turkey and coastal areas, drinking is more common, and as usual, drinking tables create great conversations and pleasant moments in family or friend gatherings.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I believe this article will enhance your understanding of Turkish culture<\/a>. There are many interesting facts most foreigners do not know about Turkey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want to know more about Turkish laws, culture, and the history of alcohol consumption, please continue reading. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to OECD, Turkish people drink around 1.5 liters of alcohol per capita every year. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Turkish people consume less<\/strong> alcohol than English, Americans, and Mexicans do. However, alcohol consumption is way higher compared to Islamic countries like Indonesia. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Here is the table, which I directly embedded from the OECD<\/a> Website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n1. Do Turkish People Drink Alcohol?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n