Recipe

South Indian Filter Coffee

Rich, creamy, and nostalgic. A traditional South-Indian milk coffee built on slow-brewed decoction.

12
mins
Medium
South Indian Filter Coffee
1  Serving(s)

Ingredients

2/2 Marked
  • 20 g Coffee (medium-fine ground)
  • 120 ml Hot water
  • 80 ml Milk
  • Sugar (optional)

Equipments

2/2 Marked
  • South Indian Coffee Filter
  • Milk Pot
  • Dabara Set
  • Spoon
  • Timer

Keep In Mind

  • Coffee:Water Ratio
    1:6 (decoction extraction)
  • Milk:Decoction Ratio
    1:1
  • Grind Size
    Medium-fine
  • Water Temperature
    90–92°C
  • Total Brew Time
    10–12 mins
South Indian Filter Coffee

Recipe

  • Step 1
    Brew the decoction using the South Indian filter.
    Follow the     South Indian Filter Coffee - Black recipe to prepare the base.‍
  • Step 2
    Heat the milk until hot but not boiling.
  • Step 3
    Pour 40–60 ml decoction into your serving cup.
  • Step 4
    Add hot milk and mix gently to reach a balanced strength.
  • Step 5
    Aerate the coffee by pouring between vessels if desired.
    This creates the traditional frothy texture and enhances aroma.    ‍
  • Step 6
    Add sugar if preferred and serve immediately.