Kilikya

What Kilikya does

Kilikya Şalgam (legal entity: Kilikya Şalgam İçecek San. ve Tic A.Ş.) is a privately held, family-owned Turkish food and beverage producer headquartered in Adana with its main factory in the Adana Organized Industrial Zone. The company produces şalgam, a traditional fermented turnip beverage with roughly 500 years of heritage, through a three-stage fermentation of black carrots, bulgur, and water over approximately 45 days, followed by automated bottling. Kilikya holds the "Adana Şalgamı Ünvanı" certification from the Turkish Patent Institute and is ranked #2 in Turkey's şalgam category.

Beyond its flagship şalgam line—which includes regular, organic, and "special" variants—the company markets approximately 100 SKUs across vinegars (grape, apple, balsamic, white, pomegranate), sauces (pomegranate molasses, lemon, soy, hot pepper), pickle juice, lemonade (regular and sugar-free), and ice tea under both the Kilikya brand and the Enki sub-brand. Annual production capacity is stated at 36 million liters, with exports reaching 30+ countries including the USA, UK, Russia, Germany, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Canada, and the Far East.

Kilikya operates a multi-channel go-to-market: domestic sales run through national and local chain supermarkets plus a broad foodservice footprint (kebab, çiğ köfte, kokoreç, fish restaurants, simit vendors, ocakbaşı), supported by a dedicated distribution partner (Sefa Nas Dağıtım); exports flow through local distributors and ethnic channels in target countries; and a direct-to-consumer e-commerce site (kilikyashop.com) plus online marketplaces provide retail consumer access. The company also founded the ŞALGAMDER industry association in 2013, which represents ~50 producers and is chaired by Kilikya's chairman Selahiddin Nas, signaling a category-shaping posture alongside direct commercial activity.

Name

Kilikya

Legal name

Kilikya Şalgam İçecek San. ve Tic A.Ş.

Website

https://kilikya.com.tr

Company type

Private

Founded year

1957

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Kilikya Şalgam is a privately held, family-owned Turkish beverage and food producer in Adana specializing in fermented şalgam (turnip drink), with a 36M-liter annual capacity, a diversified portfolio of vinegars, sauces, and drinks under the Kilikya and Enki brands, and export distribution across 30+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Traditional Fermented Beverages (Şalgam)

NAICS

Soft Drink Manufacturing (312111), Food Manufacturing (311)

SIC

Beverages (2080), Miscellaneous Food Preparations & Kindred Products (2090), Bottled & Canned Soft Drinks & Carbonated Waters (2086)

akta.pro primary industry

Kombucha & Other Fermented Non-Alcoholic Beverages (AFAFABAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Non-Dairy Fermented Beverage Production (Coconut/Plant Kefir, Cultured Plant Drinks) (AFAFAHAF), Dips, Salsas, Relishes & Chutneys Manufacturing (AFAKADAM), Plant-Based & Dairy Alternative Beverages (Oat, Almond, Soy, etc.) (CRADAHAM)

Keywords

• Fermented turnip beverage
• Organic şalgam production
• Turkish traditional drinks
• Natural vinegar products
• Pomegranate molasses sauce

Headquarters

HQ city

Adana

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Beverage Sales: Kilikya generates revenue primarily through the sale of beverages including şalgam (turnip drink) in various varieties (regular, organic, special), lemonade, and ice tea. The şalgam category is the company's flagship product line.
2. Vinegar Sales: Revenue from vinegar products including grape vinegar, apple vinegar, balsamic vinegar, pomegranate vinegar, and white vinegar.
3. Sauce Sales: Revenue from sauce products including pomegranate sauce, lemon sauce, soy sauce, hot pepper sauce, and vinegar-based sauces.
4. Pickle and Turşu Kur Sales: Revenue from pickle products and specialty items like turşukur.
5. Export Revenue: Kilikya exports şalgam to approximately 30+ countries including USA, UK, Russia, Germany, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Canada, and Far East countries. Exports represent a significant portion of revenue.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Kilikya produces and distributes traditional Turkish şalgam (fermented turnip beverage) as its flagship offering, manufactured through a three-stage fermentation of black carrots, bulgur, and water over approximately 45 days. The portfolio also spans vinegars (grape, apple, balsamic, white, pomegranate), sauces (pomegranate molasses, lemon, soy, hot pepper), and non-alcoholic beverages (lemonade, ice tea, pickle juice) sold under the Kilikya and Enki brands to retail, foodservice, and export channels.

Product overview

Kilikya is a Turkish food and beverage company with a diversified product portfolio centered on şalgam (fermented turnip beverage) as its flagship product, supported by vinegars, sauces, and non-alcoholic beverages. The main product lines include: (1) Şalgam category featuring three variants - regular Kilikya Şalgam (produced through three-stage fermentation of black carrots, bulgur, and water), Kilikya Organik Şalgam (organic version), and Kilikya Şalgam Special; (2) Vinegar category with six products including grape, balsamic, apple, white, pomegranate vinegars, and pickles; (3) Sauce category with six Kilikya-branded products (pomegranate sauce, 100% natural pomegranate molasses, lemon sauce, soy sauce, hot pepper sauce) plus three Enki sub-brand sauces; (4) Beverage category including lemonade (regular and sugar-free), ice tea in peach and lemon flavors (available in 330ml, 1000ml, and 2000ml PET bottles), and pickle juice. The company operates two brands: the primary Kilikya brand and the secondary Enki sub-brand. Export operations reach approximately 30 countries including USA, UK, Russia, Germany, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Canada, and East Asia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Enki: Sub-brand for ice tea and lemonade products including Enki Ice Tea Lemon, Enki Ice Tea Peach, and Enki Lemonade

Products and services

• Kilikya Şalgam Traditional fermented turnip beverage produced through a three-stage fermentation process using black carrots, bulgur, and water, offering the signature slightly sour, probiotic flavor profile targeted at Turkish consumers and international ethnic markets.
• Kilikya Organik Şalgam Organic-certified fermented turnip beverage made from black carrots grown in Turkey following organic farming practices, available in spicy and non-spicy variants for health-conscious consumers.
• Kilikya Şalgam Special Special premium variant of the traditional fermented turnip beverage with a differentiated formulation targeting consumers seeking a more refined şalgam taste.
• Kilikya Üzüm Sirkesi Grape vinegar with high antioxidant content, used to add flavor to salads and pickles as part of a healthy diet.
• Kilikya Elma Sirkesi Apple vinegar for general culinary and dietary use within the Kilikya vinegar portfolio.
• Kilikya Beyaz Sirke White vinegar for general culinary, pickling, and household use within the Kilikya vinegar portfolio.
• Kilikya Balzamik Sirke Balsamic vinegar positioned for premium culinary applications including salads and finishing dishes.
• Kilikya Nar Sirkesi Pomegranate vinegar for salads, marinades, and Turkish cuisine applications.
• Kilikya Turşu Kur Pickle product sold as a traditional accompaniment in the Kilikya condiment portfolio.
• Kilikya %100 Doğal Nar Ekşisi 100% natural pomegranate molasses preferred for its flavor and dense consistency, used in kısır, çiğ köfte, acılı ezme, mezes, and salads.
• Kilikya Nar Ekşili Sos Pomegranate sauce for general Turkish cuisine use, complementing salads, mezes, and grilled dishes.
• Kilikya Limon Sosu Lemon sauce for salads, seafood, and general culinary use.
• Kilikya Soya Sosu Soy sauce for Asian and fusion cuisine applications.
• Kilikya Acı Biber Sosu Hot pepper sauce for consumers seeking spicy condiment options across cuisines.
• Kilikya Turşu Suyu Pickle juice beverage made from seasonal vegetables, traditionally consumed with kebab, çiğ köfte, kokoreç, fish, and simit; rich in minerals and vitamins C and E.
• Kilikya Limonata Lemonade beverage with refreshing lemon fruit aroma and homemade lemonade taste, sold in the broader Kilikya beverage range.
• Kilikya Limonata Şekersiz Sugar-free lemonade variant targeting health-conscious consumers seeking lower-sugar beverage options.
• Kilikya Ice Tea – Şeftali Peach-flavored ice tea with 32mg/L caffeine and a 12-month shelf life, available in 330ml, 1000ml, and 2000ml PET bottles.
• Kilikya Ice Tea – Limon Lemon-flavored ice tea with 32mg/L caffeine and a 12-month shelf life, available in 330ml, 1000ml, and 2000ml PET bottles.
• Enki Sub-Brand Range (Lemonade, Ice Tea Peach, Ice Tea Lemon, Pickle Juice, Pomegranate Sauce, Lemon Sauce, Vinegar Sauce) Sub-brand product line spanning lemonade, ice tea (peach and lemon), pickle juice, and sauces (pomegranate, lemon, vinegar), extending the company's reach into broader non-alcoholic beverage and condiment categories under the Enki label.

Quantifiable outcome

• 18 million liters of şalgam exported from Adana to 46 countries annually (industry-wide)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• ŞALGAMDER (Turnip Producers Association)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2013ŞALGAMDER (Şalgam Üreticileri Derneği) was founded by Kilikya Chairman Selahiddin Nas in 2013. The association aims to increase şalgam production, consumption, and awareness in Turkey and worldwide, support exports, and improve production conditions and quality among member companies. Approximately 50 companies in the şalgam sector are members under the association's umbrella.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Dimes Gıda: Turkish fruit juice, nectar, and beverage manufacturer producing traditional and modern drinks; comparable scale and channel strategy with overlapping retail customers.
• Çamlıca Şalgam: Turkish şalgam producer with a comparable product line; directly competes with Kilikya in domestic retail and foodservice.
• Doğan Gıda: Major Turkish food and beverage manufacturer producing şalgam alongside other traditional drinks; competes head-to-head with Kilikya in domestic retail and foodservice channels.
• Pınar Şalgam / Yaşar Holding: Pınar-branded şalgam from Yaşar Holding, a major Turkish food conglomerate; competes directly with Kilikya across retail and foodservice segments at greater scale.
• Tamek Gıda: Established Turkish fruit juice, nectar, and beverage producer offering traditional Turkish drinks including şalgam; directly comparable product portfolio and retail channel strategy.
• Aroma Bursa Meyve Suları: Turkish fruit juice and beverage manufacturer with traditional drink offerings including şalgam; competes for the same foodservice and supermarket shelf space as Kilikya.

Emerging players

• GT's Living Foods: Pioneer US kombucha brand with category-creation leadership in the global fermented beverage space; analogous to Kilikya's role in founding ŞALGAMDER for the şalgam category.
• Health-Ade Kombucha: US-based premium kombucha brand riding the same probiotic/fermented functional beverage trend; comparable positioning to Kilikya in international markets where both target health-conscious consumers seeking traditional fermented drinks.

Broad incumbents

• Nestlé Türkiye: Multinational food and beverage conglomerate operating broadly in Turkey across beverages, dairy, and sauces; competes indirectly via broader beverage portfolio and category marketing power.
• Coca-Cola İçecek (CCI): Turkish bottler of Coca-Cola products and major producer of juices, water, and sports drinks; competes for the same retail and foodservice beverage shelf space at vastly greater scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/kilikyasalgam
• Xx.com/kilikyatr
• Facebookfacebook.com/kilikyatr
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kilikyatr

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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