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Degree Coffee

The 'Degree' stands for purity. Originally referring to the lactometer reading of pure, undiluted cow's milk, it now represents the gold standard of filter coffee. It is strong, aromatic, and prepared with the first, most potent extraction of the coffee decoction.

At a Glance

  • β€’Some say 'Degree' is a mispronunciation of 'Decoction' Coffee.

When People Drink This

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Morning ritual

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Temple visits

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Intellectual debates

Often part of rituals
Checking the color (golden brown)Serving in a brass davara-tumbler
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How This Drink Feels

The sensory experience

creamy and intense and pure, with notes of fresh dairy and roasted beans ending with a velvety and long finish

Why This Drink MattersβŒ„
It is the benchmark against which all other South Indian coffees are measured. It represents a refusal to compromise on qualityβ€”no chicory (traditionally), no watered-down milk, no second brew.

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Origin Story

Rooted in India

πŸ“ India
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Perfect for the Holiday Season

Holiday Pick

Even during the holiday season, this drink finds its place β€” between long conversations, travel days, heavy meals, or quiet pauses away from the noise.

  • πŸ§‘β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ Everyone-friendly
  • πŸ”₯ Best served warm
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Places & Everyday Rituals

Where this drink feels most at home

πŸ“AgraharamsπŸ“Kumbakonam coffee housesπŸ“Highway motels
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Did You Know?

Authentic Degree Coffee uses milk that has not been diluted with even a drop of water.

🎈Fun Facts
  • πŸ€“Some say 'Degree' is a mispronunciation of 'Decoction' Coffee.
Cultural BeliefsβŒ„
Milk must be pure cow's milk, never packet milk.
How This Drink Is MadeβŒ„

Ingredients

The Base

  • Pure Coffee (often Peaberry)
  • Pure Cow's Milk
  • Sugar

Instructions

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