Coffee has quickly become one of the world’s favorite beverages, enjoyed worldwide. Many enjoy it as an invigorating morning beverage, during their commute or after dining out. Furthermore, coffee contains antioxidants which may help bolster one’s immune system and protect from future illness. But not all coffee is considered halal according to Islamic dietary laws; in this article we investigate whether there exists such a thing as “halal coffee” and what its requirements might be for its inclusion.

Answering whether coffee is halal requires an in-depth investigation of its ingredients, production process and religious perspectives. Some of these aspects are evident in how companies market and name their products – for instance some coffees may be advertised as wine-infused coffee which implies it contains alcohol forbidden by Islam; this could cause its halal status to be called into question; however in other instances alcohol content evaporates during roasting which makes it acceptable to consume.

Most forms of coffee are considered halal to consume, as they do not contain any forbidden (haram) ingredients. However, specialty varieties like Luwak coffee require the beans to be extracted from civet faeces – though this process may not be ideal, it does not compromise its halal status as they remain pure without any contamination from animals or any possible impurities that might otherwise enter from animals infected by parasites.

Islamic scholar Dar al-Ifta Al Misriyyah has stated that small quantities of any substance, including coffee, should be consumed as long as it does not produce inebriating effects. Therefore, coffee consumption should be considered halal to consume; for further guidance and clarification from their local Muslim scholars.

As the coffee industry develops, producers must recognize the importance of halal certification to ensure that their products meet Islamic dietary laws in a clean, hygienic environment and meet consumer demand for certified halal products.

Co-manufacturing with a supplier certified as Halal can be an efficient way of meeting halal standards for companies that manufacture multiple coffee products, with benefits including improved efficiency, competitive pricing, and supply chain optimization.

As coffee consumption continues to expand, halal-certified suppliers are becoming an increasingly attractive option for brands looking to maintain a halal reputation. Not only can these companies provide products certified halal, they can also assist with quality control services to ensure the final product meets industry standards – all helping their customers be successful in an increasingly competitive market. Gigi Coffee has taken full advantage of partnering with such suppliers by adding environmental and food safety certifications alongside their own accreditation of being halal certified.