Popular drinks in Egypt include mint tea, strong Turkish-style coffee, refreshing hibiscus punch (karkadeh), sugarcane juice, and tamarind beverage. Bottled water and fruit juices are widely available. You can also try local soft drinks and, in hotels, a variety of international options. Alcohol is served mainly in tourist venues and hotels. Our guides can recommend favorite Egyptian drinks to sample during your trip.
Popular drinks in Egypt include mint tea, strong Turkish-style coffee, refreshing hibiscus punch (karkadeh), sugarcane juice, and tamarind beverage. Bottled water and fruit juices are widely available. You can also try local soft drinks and, in hotels, a variety of international options. Alcohol is served mainly in tourist venues and hotels. Our guides can recommend favorite Egyptian drinks to sample during your trip.