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Kopi Tubruk

Indonesian · Drink

A traditional Indonesian specialty where fine coffee grounds are brewed directly in the glass with boiling water, creating a rich, thick, and potent beverage.

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5 minFrom prep to plate
Prep time1 min
Cook time4 min
Servings1 person
DifficultyEasy
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How to make it

5 steps. Take it one step at a time.

  1. Add the fine coffee grounds and sugar

    Add the fine coffee grounds and sugar into a sturdy glass or coffee cup.

  2. Pour the freshly boiled water

    Pour the freshly boiled water (100°C (212°F)) over the grounds and sugar.

  3. Stir well for a few seconds

    Stir well for a few seconds to ensure all grounds are saturated and the sugar is dissolved.

  4. Allow the coffee

    Allow the coffee to sit undisturbed for 3 to 5 minutes. This allows the coffee to brew and the 'mud' (sediment) to settle at the bottom of the glass.

    3 min

  5. Sip the coffee slowly from the top

    Sip the coffee slowly from the top, being careful not to disturb the sediment at the bottom.

A little kitchen wisdom

The key to a good Kopi Tubruk is using very fine grounds and letting it sit long enough for the 'mud' to settle at the bottom. Do not stir it again once the grounds have settled.

What you'll need

Heat-resistant glass or mugKettleSpoon
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For now. And for later.

Make it ahead

Not suitable for make-ahead; best enjoyed immediately.

Store & enjoy

Discard leftovers; do not reheat as the sediment will make the coffee excessively bitter.

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Kopi Tubruk
Step 1 of 5

Add the fine coffee grounds and sugar

Add the fine coffee grounds and sugar into a sturdy glass or coffee cup.