Degree Coffee
Degree Coffee is more than a beverage — it is a ritual passed down through generations in South India. The slow, meditative process of extracting rich decoction through a brass filter produces a cup unlike any other in the world. At Filtre Coffee®, we honour this heritage while elevating it to a luxury experience, using single-estate beans sourced directly from the finest plantations of Chikmagalur and Coorg.
The Heritage of Degree Coffee
Degree Coffee traces its origins to the coffee plantations established in India during the 17th century. What began as a simple brewing method — ground coffee and chicory packed into a small stainless-steel or brass filter — evolved into a cultural cornerstone across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, and Andhra Pradesh. The distinctive two-tumbler serving style, known as the davara-tumbler, isn't merely aesthetic — it aerates the coffee, cooling it while developing a characteristic froth that enhances the drinking experience. Today, degree coffee is experiencing a global renaissance as specialty coffee enthusiasts discover its uniquely smooth, full-bodied profile.
How Degree Coffee Is Brewed
The preparation of degree coffee is a deliberate, unhurried process. Freshly ground coffee — typically a blend of Arabica and Robusta with a proportion of chicory — is placed in the upper chamber of a traditional filter. Hot water is added, and gravity does the rest over 15 to 20 minutes as the decoction slowly drips into the lower chamber. This concentrated extract is then mixed with boiled milk (traditionally full-cream buffalo milk) and sweetened to taste. The ratio of decoction to milk, the grind size, and the chicory proportion all contribute to the final character of the cup.
Degree Coffee at Filtre Coffee®
At Filtre Coffee®, we source our beans exclusively from single-estate plantations in Chikmagalur and Coorg — India's two premier coffee-growing regions. Our proprietary blend is roasted in small batches to preserve the distinct origin character of each harvest. The result is a degree coffee that honours tradition while meeting the exacting standards of modern specialty coffee. Whether you visit a Filtre Coffee® Kiosk, Compact Cafe, or Flagship store, you'll experience degree coffee as it was meant to be — slow-brewed, patiently served, and savoured with intention.
Experience Degree Coffee at Filtre Coffee®
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