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    Beaten Coffee

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    Updated on September 28, 2021 By Shalini 64 Comments - This post contains affiliate links which means if you use them to make a purchase, I'll earn enough money to maybe buy me a lil' something - an ingredient, probably.

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    A riff off of the Cappuccino with all its frothy goodness. Once you try out the Beaten Coffee, there is no looking back.

    "The bachelors will descend on you at two at night
    And expect you to look very fresh and bright!
    They'll hassle you to rustle up dinner for all
    How you wish to your bed you could crawl!
    But your hubby looks on with a grin on his face
    While you hunt through your fridge for a pizza base
    But don't you worry, your day will come
    When these bachelors get married, one by one!" - Wedded to the Olive Green

    This is the reality. The first time when I found a bunch of officers at my doorstep at 12 at night with the customary anthem, "Mam...Coffee please", I was aghast with horror. I didn't know what to do. The husband reassured me saying it is part of our lives and that he has done it too. This was payback time! "You should be prepared to cook and entertain them till wee hours in the morning. You would be lucky if they ask only for coffee and not a complete meal", he said. Phew!

    The story of the Beaten Coffee goes back to the day night when a frustrated Memsahib decided to teach these bachelors a lesson that they will never forget. When the boys came banging the door for coffee, she gave them a coffee mug which had a blend of coffee, sugar and boiled water. She asked them to mix and beat the mixture till it frothed up. Little did the boys know that it would take all their might to get the job well done. Ten minutes of non-stop stirring later, they resolved never to disturb a family ever again.

    However, the Memsahib served them with the ultimate coffee, the one that can beat any Starbucks Cappuccino - The Beaten Coffee. The bachelors realized that their effort was worth it.

    From then on, a cup of coffee in our lives means having the Beaten Coffee.

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    Beaten Coffee


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    A riff off of the Cappuccino with all its frothy goodness. Once you try out the Beaten Coffee, there is no looking back.


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    • 4 tsp Instant coffee powder
    • 4 tsp sugar
    • ΒΌ cup boiling water
    • 2 cups milk
    • 2 cups water

    Instructions

    1. Keep ΒΌ cup of water for boiling.
    2. In a coffee mug, add coffee powder and sugar. Add about a tablespoon of boiling water and mix well with a spoon.
    3. Continue the process of mixing and beating for about 10-15 minutes, adding little boiling water, till it becomes frothy and doubles in bulk.
    4. Divide this frothy mix into 3 cups.
    5. Boil milk and water in a saucepan.
    6. Pour it onto the cups and stir lightly.
    7. Serve hot with cookies.
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    1. Dailycupo says

      May 27, 2018 at 6:56 am

      Yaay! Here comes my all-time favorite coffee β€˜The Beaten Coffee’ My friends named me β€˜Beaten’ Lol πŸ˜€ cause whenever I drink and serve coffee beaten coffee remains my priority! And loved to visit your website <3 You are amazing blogger. Keep it up dear Much love.

      Reply
    2. Nayantara says

      April 04, 2018 at 12:56 am

      I just found you on the #atoz and i love your theme and voice. Im bookmarking your site. This coffee looks divine. I am sure it will keep me company on the many #atoz nights that are to come.

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 05, 2018 at 12:21 am

        Thank you, Nayantara. Means a lot!

        Reply
    3. Soumya says

      April 03, 2018 at 2:49 pm

      This looks so creamy and yummy! I cannot wait to get back home and beat the shit outa some coffee πŸ˜›

      It might help with my stress levels at the present.

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 03, 2018 at 11:24 pm

        I hope you'd love it! πŸ™‚

        Reply
    4. anupriya says

      April 03, 2018 at 12:27 pm

      Oh! I completely know the might of beaten coffee. I love it absolutely and only when I wish to treat somebody with the unthinkably best coffee do I put in the effort to beat coffee into the heavenly froth it becomes.

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 03, 2018 at 11:24 pm

        Yay! Thanks Anupriya πŸ™‚

        Reply
    5. Rajlakshmi says

      April 03, 2018 at 3:47 am

      Hahahaha the bachelors at your doorstep story is so funny for someone who is not used to it, it can be quite shocking
      I have nevet had this coffee before. I am gonna try this for sure. But I don't have instant powder coffee. I got one from Mocconna . I guess that will require a lot more beating.

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 03, 2018 at 10:06 am

        You haven't? That's surprising! I am not sure about Mocconna, Raj πŸ™

        Reply
    6. Alana says

      April 03, 2018 at 3:33 am

      That recipe is AWESOME but I don't know if my 65 year old wrists would withstand all the beating. On the other hand, it would build up good strength. I've pinned this for later!

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 03, 2018 at 10:07 am

        I understand, Alana. You can use a handheld beater to froth the milk instead.

        Reply
    7. Suzanne Sapsed says

      April 03, 2018 at 12:28 am

      I'm not a coffee fan, although I love the smell, but that looks like a tempting drink πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 03, 2018 at 12:52 am

        Thanks, Suzanne.

        Reply
    8. Jeanne Bryan Insalaco says

      April 02, 2018 at 11:24 pm

      I've never heard of beaten coffee and find it quite interesting... I love coffee, I'll have to see if I can find a hazelnut instant to try with, but I'll def give a try. I'm also writing in the A to Z... on my favorite childhood book - Nancy Drew. Hope to see you stop by. I'll be back!

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 03, 2018 at 12:22 am

        Thanks, Jeanne. Definitely. I am heading to your blog right away πŸ™‚

        Reply
    9. Aesha Shah says

      April 02, 2018 at 10:53 pm

      My mom makes beaten coffee. I loved the anecdote .

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 03, 2018 at 12:23 am

        Thanks, Aesha πŸ™‚

        Reply
    10. Anita says

      April 02, 2018 at 10:38 pm

      Beaten coffee is awesome!
      Interesting story behind its origin!
      Best wishes for A2Z Shalz πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 03, 2018 at 12:23 am

        Thanks, Anita πŸ™‚

        Reply
    11. Deepa says

      April 02, 2018 at 10:09 pm

      Yue post took me back to the time when I was in the hostel. We used to take turns in beating the coffee one by one. I agree beaten coffee is the best coffee I had till date.

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 03, 2018 at 12:24 am

        Wow! Am I the only one who hasn't had beaten coffee during the hostel days? Phew! πŸ™‚

        Reply
    12. Tasha Duncan-Drake says

      April 02, 2018 at 8:26 pm

      I am now craving coffee and cookies πŸ™‚
      Tasha
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      • Shalini says

        April 03, 2018 at 12:25 am

        πŸ™‚ You should definitely try this one!

        Reply
    13. Astrid says

      April 02, 2018 at 7:38 pm

      Wow, this sounds delicious and not too difficult to make either. Thanks for sharing. #AtoZChallenge

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 03, 2018 at 12:38 am

        Thank you πŸ™‚

        Reply
    14. Neha Tambe says

      April 02, 2018 at 7:36 pm

      That's one awesome looking coffee! I always wondered how my friend could make this perfect frothy coffee, I guess now I know the secret!

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 03, 2018 at 12:41 am

        Haha! You must definitely try this!

        Reply
    15. Natasha says

      April 02, 2018 at 6:59 pm

      It's been a while I tried the beaten coffee. Used to be an all time favourite during our school and college days. This is probably a sweet reminder to whip up that brew soon. Thank you. πŸ™‚

      https://natashamusing.com/2018/04/b-is-for-burden-or-unburden-atozchallenge2018/

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 03, 2018 at 12:43 am

        Amazing, Natz. Try it out soon πŸ™‚

        Reply
    16. Regina says

      April 02, 2018 at 6:41 pm

      I haven't had beaten coffee in a long time. My Mom used to make it for guests when I was a kid. It surely brings back memories. I think I'm going to make one now...

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 03, 2018 at 12:46 am

        Yay! Thank you πŸ™‚

        Reply
    17. Kala Ravi says

      April 02, 2018 at 5:26 pm

      Wowww!!! I HAVE to try this! Never thought of such an idea! Mouth-watering!

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 03, 2018 at 12:48 am

        ..and you tried! Thank you Kala for being a constant source of support and encouragement πŸ™‚

        Reply
    18. Crackerberries says

      April 02, 2018 at 4:31 pm

      I love new coffee recipes... coffee is one of my favorite things. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 03, 2018 at 12:50 am

        Thank you πŸ™‚

        Reply
    19. Balaka Basu says

      April 02, 2018 at 11:52 am

      I love beaten coffee more than anything..I could almost smell the aroma of beaten coffee through your post. And I know this army life..we have been there done that..lovely post Shalini.

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 02, 2018 at 1:26 pm

        Wow! I didn't know that. Cheers πŸ™‚

        Reply
    20. pragun says

      April 02, 2018 at 11:23 am

      Beaten coffee, my all time favorite, I too am in ur shoes dear. It is something that I keep beaten for surprise guests.

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 02, 2018 at 1:18 pm

        That's amazing, Pragun. So glad you can relate to it.

        Reply
    21. Pooja Jagtiaani says

      April 02, 2018 at 11:20 am

      I love beaten coffee! Was introduced to it by my mum a few years back! But I didn't know that it was called beaten coffee until I read your post! Cheers!

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 02, 2018 at 1:17 pm

        That's nice! Cheers, Pooja πŸ™‚

        Reply
    22. Pratikshya says

      April 02, 2018 at 10:23 am

      Coffee is heaven. I am already craving it after reading this. Going to try this today itself. Evening cuppa is sorted.

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 02, 2018 at 1:16 pm

        Yay! COme back and leave a comment as to how it turned out for you, please?

        Reply
    23. Ramya Abhinand says

      April 02, 2018 at 9:05 am

      Oh god all those bachelors who throng our homes at odd hours to drink beat coffee. this post is a tribute to them. Isn it shalz... But I am off to make it for myself now πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 02, 2018 at 1:04 pm

        Haha! Yes πŸ™‚ Only we know how we manage to put up a smile at odd hours when they come banging our doors πŸ˜›

        Reply
    24. SHALINI BAISIWALA says

      April 02, 2018 at 8:32 am

      Oh I love beaten coffee and when ever I ma home in Jammu for winters, this is one thing I binge on while sitting in the sun on the terrace all day long. Shall try out your measurements - they seem perfect Shalzzz

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 02, 2018 at 1:00 pm

        Thanks, Shalini. Please do πŸ™‚

        Reply
    25. Shantala says

      April 02, 2018 at 3:19 am

      Would you believe me if I said I have never tried beaten coffee?

      Anyway that is about to change, and right now actually. Headed to the kitchen to make this. Will let you know how it turns out.

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 02, 2018 at 12:52 pm

        Please do, Shantala πŸ™‚

        Reply
    26. John Holton says

      April 02, 2018 at 2:40 am

      Looks like a peretty good recipe! I'll have to try it.

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 02, 2018 at 12:48 pm

        Thank you, John πŸ™‚ You must and please let me know how it turned out for you.

        Reply
    27. Shilpa Gupte says

      April 02, 2018 at 12:41 am

      Yes, this I remember from way back when 23 years ago, I visited my cousin's friend who served me beaten coffee. I did wonder what all the fuss was about, but then fell in love with it. Hey, that reminds me, I haven't had beaten coffee in ages! Will make it soon!
      Thanks Shalini!

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 02, 2018 at 12:44 pm

        Yay! Mission accomplished πŸ™‚

        Reply
    28. Esha M Dutta says

      April 02, 2018 at 12:35 am

      Ah, brings back very fond memories of my hostel days when we used to have beaten coffee every single day and sometimes even in the dead of the night to ward off any traces of sleep (things we do to stay up before the exams!!!) Great start to the AtoZ Challenge, Shalini. Will look forward to your posts. πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 02, 2018 at 12:39 pm

        Thanks very much, Esha. Means a lot πŸ™‚

        Reply
    29. V says

      April 02, 2018 at 12:15 am

      This I shall try! πŸ™‚ I love coffee, I love cookies!

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 02, 2018 at 12:26 pm

        Thanks, V. Do let me know how it turns out.

        Reply
    30. Mayuri Nidigallu says

      April 02, 2018 at 12:15 am

      With an Uncle in the CRPF, i have had the privilege of having this most delicious coffee! I have had to go through the torture of making it for 12 people too! A fond memory!
      Your pictures made the delicious aroma of the coffee waft out from my memories , Shalini

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 02, 2018 at 12:36 pm

        Haha! Yes, it's sheer torture πŸ˜€
        Thank you so much, Mayuri πŸ™‚

        Reply
    31. Meha says

      April 02, 2018 at 12:14 am

      Haha! Good one. The 'bouncing'. Great to meet a fellow fauji wife. And yes, wonderful tutorial.

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 02, 2018 at 12:36 pm

        Oh wow! I didn;y know you are one. Hello and thank you πŸ™‚

        Reply
    32. Shilpa Garg says

      April 02, 2018 at 12:13 am

      Ah! This reminded me of the MBA days in the hostel when we used to beat coffee (to death, as a friend would say) just like this during our late night chats. It's been ages, since I had this beaten coffee.

      Reply
      • Shalini says

        April 02, 2018 at 12:31 pm

        Wow! I had never heard of beat coffee till I got married to the FOrces. Phew!

        Reply

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