Add the ingrediants together in an ibrik, a long handled, taperedcontainer essential for the process -- they're not too expensive.

Bring the mixture to a boil, removing from the heat as it foams up. Becareful to ensure that the coffee does not boil over. Tap the ibrik tosettle the foam and return to the heat. Boil the coffee twice more this way.

This step is pretty critical, and with practice, your timing will improve.

Serve the coffee in individual demitasses.

If preferred you can add a pinch of cardamom and some sugar to the mixturebefore boiling. This make the coffee more Lebanese in character.