Coffee was long considered forbidden among Muslim scholars and rulers due to a widespread perception that its intoxicating properties mirrored alcohol’s. The ban wasn’t lifted until 1524 when Mufti Ebussuud el-Imadi issued a fatwa authorizing its consumption – since then coffee remains permissible and enjoyed by millions of Muslims globally.

There have been an increase of innovative products that challenge traditional understandings of what constitutes halal products for Muslims. Wine infused coffee has drawn controversy as it contains ethyl alcohol which is prohibited according to Islamic dietary law; however if it were absent during roasting then it may still qualify as halal.

Determining whether coffee is halal or haram requires an in-depth examination of its ingredients, production methods and religious perspectives. It should be noted that most flavored and instant caffeinated drinks do not meet this standard as they often contain both halal and non-halal ingredients; in order to be considered halal according to Islamic law all ingredients must come from animals considered permissible sources and made according to Islamic laws.

To avoid confusion, it’s recommended that consumers seek products with halal certification. Not only will it guarantee all ingredients as halal but it will also reassure any doubters regarding their halal status of these beverages.

Ottoman Sultan Murad IV held that coffee consumption was immoral and forbidden under Islamic law; he believed it contributed to social decay and unrest within Istanbul and so he hunted down and executed anyone caught drinking it.

While his actions were certainly surprising, they had an understandable motivation: He believed coffee could cause radical gatherings with plots to overthrow his government.

Today, most halal experts consider coffee to be a halal food; however, not everyone agrees. Some Muslim clerics contend that coffee may be forbidden due to its caffeine content as some scholars contend this has similar intoxicating properties as alcohol and could lead to addiction; other experts maintain however that caffeine only mildly stimulates and does not impair mental function like alcohol does.

Even among those who hold different opinions, most agree that coffee in its purest form is halal. This is because the beans used for roasting coffee come from animal sources that are permitted under Islamic law and use roasting techniques that adhere to Islamic guidelines for roasting processes.

As the world of coffees and caffeinated drinks continues to expand, Muslims must remain aware of their origins and production processes. If Muslims wish to drink halal coffee they should seek certification, as well as make sure any additional ingredients come from animals considered halal; otherwise they should avoid these products altogether. Moderation should always be observed; overindulgence can be harmful regardless of its halal status.