is a signature folk song by the late Black Sea musician Ayhan Alptekin , released in 2014 as part of his album Şahlandı Karadeniz . The song is celebrated for its traditional Black Sea melodies and its poetic use of regional imagery, particularly the comparison of a loved one's beauty to the world-famous Anzer honey. Musical and Cultural Significance
The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the Rize region, specifically focusing on the rain falling over tea plantations. A central metaphor in the song compares "Ayşem’s lips" to , a highly prized and expensive medicinal honey produced in the Anzer Plateau of Rize. The song also references the "Tea Queen" (Çay Güzeli), a nod to the local cultural importance of tea production. Ayhan Alptekin Anzer Bali
Since its release, "Anzer Balı" has become a staple of Black Sea music. It has been covered by several artists and groups, most notably by the band Koliva in 2015, which helped introduce the song to a younger audience. Other versions include recordings by artists like Bedirhan and Mira Sarp. Anzer Balı - Song by Ayhan Alptekin - Apple Music is a signature folk song by the late