Your Kaphi Ritual
Welcome to your new coffee ritual.
Easy Guide to Making South Indian Coffee the Traditional Way.
What is South Indian Filter Coffee?
South Indian filter coffee, also known as "Kaphi," is a beloved beverage in South India, known for its unique brewing method and rich flavour. It’s traditionally made using a stainless steel coffee filter and involves a blend of dark roasted coffee beans, typically Arabica and Robusta, mixed with chicory. This coffee is enjoyed with hot milk and a touch of sugar, creating a creamy and aromatic drink.
To make authentic South Indian filter coffee, you'll need the following ingredients and equipment:
Ingredients
Ingredients and Equipment
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Specialty South Indian Coffee Powder: We recommend our Kaphi powder blend, a perfect mix of Arabica and Robusta beans and Chicory which has already been added to make the traditional, delicious, authentic taste.
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Water: Freshly boiled.
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Milk: Full-fat milk or m*lk for a creamy texture.
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Sugar: To taste.
Equipment
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South Indian Coffee Filter: A two-part metal filter comprising a perforated upper chamber and a lower collecting chamber. Please wash before use.
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Tumbler and Dabaa: Traditional stainless steel cups for serving.
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Saucepan: For boiling milk.
Step-by-Step Guide to Making South Indian Filter Coffee
Step 1: Preparing the Coffee Filter
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Assemble the Filter: Place the upper chamber of the coffee filter over the lower chamber.
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Add Coffee Powder: Add 2-3 tablespoons of our Kulkumry specialty coffee powder into the upper chamber.
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Press Down: Gently press the coffee powder using the plunger provided with the filter.
Step 2: Brewing the Coffee Decoction
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Boil Water: Bring water to a rolling boil.
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Pour Water: Slowly pour the boiling water over the coffee powder in the upper chamber. Fill it almost to the brim.
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Cover and Brew: Cover the filter and let the coffee brew. The hot water will gradually drip through the coffee powder, extracting its rich flavours and forming a thick decoction in the lower chamber. This process can take 10-15 minutes.
Step 3: Preparing the Milk
The filter will be hot, so please be careful!
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Boil Milk: While the coffee is brewing, heat the milk in a saucepan. Let it come to a gentle boil.
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Optional Frothing: For a frothy texture, you can aerate the milk by pouring it back and forth between two vessels.
Step 4: Assembling the Coffee
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Mix Coffee and Milk: Pour 1-2 tablespoons of the coffee decoction into a tumbler.
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Add Sugar: Add sugar to taste.
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Add Milk: Pour hot milk into the tumbler, adjusting the quantity based on your preference for a stronger or milder coffee.
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Mix Well: Mix the coffee and milk thoroughly by pouring the mixture back and forth between the tumbler and the dabaa.
Step 5: Serving
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Serve Hot: Serve your South Indian filter coffee hot, preferably in the traditional tumbler and dabaa set for an authentic experience.
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Enjoy: Savour the rich, aromatic flavours of your homemade South Indian filter coffee.