Cappuccino vs Filter kaapi
A cappuccino is espresso with equal parts steamed milk and thick foam. A filter kaapi is strong South Indian decoction with frothy hot milk. The filter kaapi is milder and creamier.
| Cappuccino | Filter kaapi | |
|---|---|---|
| Cup | ||
| What it is | Espresso with equal parts steamed milk and thick foam | Strong South Indian decoction with frothy hot milk |
| In the cup | Espresso + Steamed milk + Milk foam | Decoction + Steamed milk + Milk foam |
| Coffee strength | ||
| Milk | Medium, lots of foam | Lots |
| Caffeine | ~120 mg | ~80–100 mg |
| Size | 150–180 ml | 120–150 ml |
| Served | Hot | Hot |
| From | Italy / café classic | South India |
| Make it | Single or double shot, then roughly equal parts steamed milk and thick foam. | 1 part filter decoction, 2–3 parts boiling milk, sugar to taste. Pour between tumbler and dabarah to froth. |
| Beans | Best beans → | Best beans → |
Beans for a cappuccino
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Bili Hu · ★ 4.9 (19)
70 30 Arabica Robusta Blend
Kalledevarapura Estate · Chikmagalur
Chocolate · Caramel & sweet · Nutty
₹210 /100 g
Fraction 9 Coffee · ★ 4.8 (27)
Premium Filter Coffee - Breakfast Roast (250 gm) - By Fraction 9 Coffee Roasters
Chikmagalur
Caramel & sweet · Nutty · Fruity
₹248 /100 g
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Tropical Wildcard - Excelsa Natural (Medium Roast)
ripe papaya, black cherry, caramelised pineapple, tropical
₹666 /100 g
Subko Specialty Coffee Roasters
Project Pearl, Ratnagiri Estate, Karnataka (SCA 85+): Naturals + Anaerobic Honey: Omni Roast (Medium)
Ratnagiri Estate
raw mango, tropical vibrancy
₹398 /100 g
