Macchiato vs Filter kaapi
A macchiato is espresso with just a spoonful of foam. A filter kaapi is strong South Indian decoction with frothy hot milk. The macchiato tastes more of coffee; the filter kaapi is milder and creamier.
| Macchiato | Filter kaapi | |
|---|---|---|
| Cup | ||
| What it is | Espresso with just a spoonful of foam | Strong South Indian decoction with frothy hot milk |
| In the cup | Espresso + Milk foam | Decoction + Steamed milk + Milk foam |
| Coffee strength | ||
| Milk | A dash | Lots |
| Caffeine | ~120 mg | ~80–100 mg |
| Size | 40–60 ml | 120–150 ml |
| Served | Hot | Hot |
| From | Italy / café classic | South India |
| Make it | A single or double shot 'stained' with a spoonful of milk 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 macchiato
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Tulum Coffee · ★ 5.0 (11)
Pulneys - Dark Roast - Cacao Nibs
Cold Brew Farm · Pulney Hills
Chocolate · Caramel & sweet
₹242 /100 g
Beans for a filter kaapi
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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
