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Is Coffee Bean Halal?
Coffee beans have an extraordinary journey before they are transformed into the delectable beverage enjoyed by millions every day. From beans to brew, the entire process is an amazing feat of science and engineering, turning raw coffee beans into the delicious beverage we crave today. However, their journey doesn’t stop there; as part of its halal status must also be considered; in this article we’ll look into its ingredients, processes and religious perspectives to help determine its status.
Coffee beans in general are considered halal to eat due to being free from animals that are forbidden (haram) such as civets or goats, although one type known as wine coffee may not be. Wine coffee refers to beans exposed to wine notes during production by either being immersed in wine during souring or by roasting with wine extract.
Are Coffee Beans Halal in Malaysia
In order to operate in Muslim-majority countries like Malaysia, coffee companies should obtain a JAKIM Halal certification from MUIS (Muslim Religious Council of Singapore). This ensures that they adhere to high standards of cleanliness and quality while showing they respect Muslim customers and comply with Islamic law by serving food and beverages that comply.
While most products sold by The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf are halal-certified, some items require special consideration to remain so. One such product is Ready-to-Drink Coffee which requires support materials like emulsifiers and flavors from sources which adhere to Islamic law such as animal fats. Therefore, to maintain its halal status.
Iced Frappuccinos from The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf often raise questions regarding halal status, since these drinks contain both sweeteners and dairy ingredients that must meet halal standards. There are various methods available to determine if one or more products from The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf qualify as halal, such as: