Turkish Mulberry Juice - Fresh Dut Suyu

Name: Turkish Mulberry Juice - Fresh Dut Suyu
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients: 500 g fresh mulberries; 400 ml water; 100 g sugar; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 500 ml cold water for serving

Dut Suyu

This vibrant purple juice has a sweet-tart flavor with delicate floral notes and a beautiful deep color. The silky smooth liquid captures the essence of ripe mulberries with their characteristic honey-like sweetness balanced by gentle acidity. It's the perfect refreshing drink for hot summer days or as a healthy antioxidant-rich beverage any time of year.

Recipe Details

Prep 10 min

Cook 20 min

Servings 4

Difficulty Easy

Nutrition per Serving

165 Calories

2g Protein

1g Fat

42g Carbs

3g Fiber

Dut suyu has been cherished across Turkey for centuries, where ancient mulberry trees dot the Anatolian landscape. This traditional beverage transforms the fleeting mulberry season into liquid gold that can be enjoyed year-round. The deep purple juice offers an intensely fruity aroma that fills your kitchen as you prepare it, reminiscent of summer orchards and childhood memories of picking berries from neighborhood trees. Each sip delivers waves of complex flavor - initial sweetness gives way to subtle tartness, finishing with earthy undertones that make this juice uniquely satisfying. The natural sugars concentrate beautifully when the berries are gently simmered, creating a syrup-like consistency that can be diluted to taste. This versatile drink works wonderfully as a morning energizer, afternoon refresher, or evening digestif. The antioxidant-rich mulberries provide natural energy while the beautiful color makes every glass feel like a celebration.

Ingredients

500 g fresh mulberries
400 ml water
100 g sugar
2 tbsp lemon juice
500 ml cold water for serving

Instructions

Clean the mulberries

Remove stems and any damaged berries from 500g fresh mulberries. Rinse gently under cold running water for 1-2 minutes until water runs clear. Pat dry with paper towels. Do not over-handle as mulberries bruise easily and will lose their shape.
Simmer with water

Combine cleaned mulberries with 400ml water in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until berries begin to break down and release their juices. The mixture should bubble gently and turn deep purple. Do not boil vigorously or the delicate flavor will be damaged.
Add sugar and lemon

Stir in 100g sugar and 2 tbsp lemon juice. Continue cooking over medium-low heat for 5-7 minutes until sugar completely dissolves and mixture thickens slightly. The liquid should coat a spoon lightly. Do not overcook or the juice will become too thick.
Mash and extract juice

Using a potato masher or wooden spoon, gently mash the berries against the pan sides for 2-3 minutes to extract maximum juice. The mixture should be pulpy with deep purple color throughout. Do not mash too aggressively or you'll create too much pulp.
Strain the mixture

Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a clean bowl, pressing the pulp with a spoon for 3-4 minutes to extract all liquid. The resulting juice should be smooth and deep purple. Do not force too much pulp through the strainer or the juice will be cloudy.
Dilute and serve

Mix the concentrated juice with 500ml cold water in a pitcher, stirring for 1 minute until well combined. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed. Serve immediately over ice or chill for 2-3 hours. Do not store at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

Tips

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Cooking Tips

Add a pinch of salt while simmering to enhance the natural sweetness of the mulberries and create a more balanced flavor profile

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Alternatives

Substitute frozen mulberries if fresh aren't available - use the same amount but increase cooking time by 3-4 minutes to break them down properly

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Serving & Storage

Serve traditionally in tall glasses over ice with a mint sprig, store in refrigerator for up to 5 days, and freeze concentrated juice in ice cube trays for quick single servings