By TravelDine

A complete guide to a south Indian emotion: Filter kaapi  

Filter kaapi can open the doors to a gamut of flavors.  

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It is an integral part of the culture of south India.  

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Explore the many dimensions of an authentic South Indian brew   

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It will leave you wanting more after every sip.    

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To achieve the right taste and sensory experience one must look out for the ingredients, degree of roast, grind texture, and the ratios of ingredients that are blended. 

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To get the perfect Filter coffee, look for these   

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A coffee, Arabica coffee   Of larger sizes 

Plantation 

Brings complex flavors to the cup and is a significant ingredient for a good cup of filter coffee. 

Peaberries 

Taste very similar to that of coffee. It can be understood as coffee without caffeine and ys an integral part of Filter coffee.  

Chicory roots  

For a well-rounded taste profile, filter coffee is subjected to a medium roast.  

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To attain the right texture, the roasted beans have to be ground. 

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The grind size is directly related to the time it takes to brew. For filter coffee, the grind must be medium-fine.  

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The ratio for blending the ground mixtures are either 80% plantation-A with 20% chicory or 90% plantation-A with 10% chicory.  

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The percentage of peaberries in the mixture can be head-to-head with plantation-A (for example 45% peaberry, 45% plantation-A, and 10% chicory) to add acidic sweetness to the coffee.  

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Brew according to tradition methods and serve in a tumbler (cup) and davarah (a small bowl-like structure)  

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