Teh poci
Teh poci, served in earthenware teapots and cups, along with rock sugar. | |
| Place of origin | Indonesia |
|---|---|
| Region or state | Central Java |
| Created by | Javanese people |
| Serving temperature | Hot |
Teh poci is a tea that is uniquely brewed in a clay teapot and cup.[1][2] This drink is served with rock sugar and consumed hot.[3] It is a very popular drink among the people of Tegal, Slawi, Pemalang, Brebes, and surrounding areas of Indonesia.
Etymology
There is a term WASGITEL for teh poci, which is an acronym of the Javanese words ''wangi'' (fragrant), ''panas'' (hot), ''sepet'' (astringent), ''legi'' (sweet), and ''kentel'' (thick). This describes the characteristics of *teh poci* as hot tea that is sweet, fragrant with jasmine aroma, and has a dark/thick black color.
Teh poci typically uses green tea or jasmine tea, which releases a distinctive aroma, and is usually served in the morning, afternoon, or evening, accompanied by snacks. The inside of the teapot used for brewing teh poci is usually never washed; instead, only the leftover tea is discarded. The people of Tegal believe that the leftover tea residue will enhance the taste and aroma of the teh poci, making it even more delicious.
Distribution
Outside the Tegal area, teh poci can be found in Warung Tegal, and many sellers of teh poci equipment are already present in the Pantura (North Coast) road area.
References
- ^ Utomo, S. A. (2016). Pesona Kuliner Jawa Tengah. Jakarta: Gramedia Pustaka Utama.
- ^ Kusuma, D. R. (2017). Kopi dan Teh Nusantara. Jakarta: Penerbit Buku Kompas.
- ^ Hidayah, Zulyani (28 April 2020). A Guide to Tribes in Indonesia: Anthropological Insights from the Archipelago. Springer Nature. p. 118. ISBN 978-981-15-1835-5. Retrieved 7 September 2025.
External links
- (Indonesia) Menikmati Teh poci Archived 7 March 2012 at the Wayback Machine