how much are drinks in turkey

How Much Are Drinks in Turkey in 2023?

Turkey is a popular travel destination that offers beautiful scenery, fascinating history, and a vibrant nightlife. Many visitors are curious about the prices of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks in Turkey. In 2023, here is what you can expect to pay for drinks during your visit.

Soft DrinksA 0.33L can or bottle of Coca-Cola, Fanta, or Sprite costs around 5-7 TL ($030-$040 USD). Locally produced soft drinks like Fruko, Tara Kola, and Saka can cost 3-5 TL ($0.20-$0.30 USD) for a 0.33L bottle. At restaurants, a glass of soda or juice starts at 5 TL ($0.30 USD). Bottled water is widely available for 1-2 TL ($0.06-$0.12 USD) for 0.5L.

Coffee & TeaTurkish coffee and tea are quite affordable A small cup of Turkish coffee costs 5-10 TL ($0.30-$060 USD) at most cafes and restaurants. Turkish tea is even cheaper, usually 2-3 TL ($0.12-$0.18 USD) per glass. An espresso costs around 8-12 TL ($0.50-$0.70 USD). Starbucks and other Western coffee chains are significantly more expensive, with coffee costing upwards of 15 TL ($0.90 USD).

Beer
For half a liter of domestic beer like Efes or Tuborg expect to pay around 15-25 TL ($0.90-$1.50 USD) at a shop or market. Imported beers from Europe cost 20-30 TL ($1.20-$1.80 USD) for a 0.33L bottle. At bars and nightclubs, a pint of draft beer starts around 25-35 TL ($1.50-$2 USD). Happy hour specials can bring beer prices down to 15-20 TL ($0.90-$1.20 USD) per pint.

Wine
Turkish wine is reasonably priced but imported wine can be expensive due to high import taxes. At a supermarket, local Turkish wines from regions like Cappadocia and Aegean start at 40 TL ($2.40 USD) per bottle. French, Italian and other imported table wines cost 90-150 TL ($5-$9 USD) per bottle. At nice restaurants a glass of Turkish wine ranges from 15-30 TL ($0.90-$1.80 USD).

Spirits & Cocktails
Spirits like raki, vodka, gin, and whiskey have high alcohol taxes. A 50cL bottle of local raki costs around 70-100 TL ($4-$6 USD). Imported spirits like Absolut Vodka or Johnnie Walker start at 150 TL ($9 USD) for a 70cL bottle. At trendy bars and clubs in Istanbul and Bodrum, a single mixed drink or cocktail costs upwards of 60-80 TL ($3.60-$4.80 USD).

Rakı remains the quintessential Turkish spirit. When diluted with water it turns a milky white color. A 70cL bottle of domestic raki like Yeni Raki costs around 800 TL ($48 USD). High-end raki can cost over 1,000 TL.

At meyhanes (taverns) a glass of raki with meze appetizers runs 15-25 TL ($0.90-$1.50 USD). Shots of raki at bars will be at least 25-35 TL ($1.50-$2 USD) or more.

Conclusion
Drink prices in Turkey vary greatly depending on the type of establishment. With some savvy shopping at markets and liquor stores, you can find excellent values on beer, wine and spirits for enjoying later. At upscale restaurants, bars and nightclubs expect to pay premium prices, on par with other global destinations. By drinking responsibly and in moderation, your trip to Turkey will be more affordable and enjoyable no matter your budget.