Why Chicory Is Added to Coffee: A Coffee Lover’s Simple Answer
Why Chicory Is Added to Coffee: A Coffee Lover’s Simple Answer Hi friends! I’m a 25-year-old coffee lover from Karnataka, and like most South Indians, coffee is not just a drink for me — it’s an emotion. I grew up in a house where the smell of filter coffee filled the air every morning. But one thing always confused me — why is chicory added to coffee? If you’re wondering the same thing, don’t worry! In this blog, I’ll share everything I know — in simple words — about (why chicory is added to coffee, ) how it changes the taste, and why it’s so popular in our homes. First Things First: What Is Chicory? Chicory is a root — yes, a plant root — that is roasted and ground, just like coffee beans. It’s not coffee, but it blends very well with it. In South India, especially in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, most people drink a mix of coffee and chicory — usually in a **70:30 or 60:40 ratio** (coffee\:chicory). But why? Why Chicory Is Added to Coffee? Here’s the simple truth: 1. To Make Cof...