Do Turkish Muslims drink alcohol and eat pork?

Yes, we consume alcohol quite well and with pleasure. Indeed we have our own alcoholic beverage Raki. We also produce our own beer Efes and many delicious brands of wines. I especially recommend Ancyra. Alcohol is part of our own dining culture. It isn't there to make things more attractive to non-muslim tourists. read more

No devout Turkish Muslims do not drink alcohol and do not eat pork. However many Turkish Muslims drink alcohol, knowing that it is a sin. Some people avoid consuming it during religious nights and whole Ramadan. read more

For example, alcohol can be used as a disinfectant or for cleaning, but not as a beverage. The Alevi Muslims of Turkey permit alcohol, unlike many other denominations. Ismaili Muslims are also noted for discouraging, rather than prohibiting, alcohol. read more

Why do you think Allah even permits eating pork when it is the only resort or drink alcohol if it will save your life and there is no water around. Allah (God in Arabic) is the one in control of all. read more