TAKA NATIVE COLLECTION
A celebration of South Indian filter coffee, crafted to honour its timeless tradition and distinctive character. Rooted in heritage and refined for today, the Taka Native Collection captures the depth, aroma, and comforting richness of a true South Indian filter coffee.
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NATIVE 100
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TAKA BLACK COLLECTION
A bold expression of black coffee, crafted to reveal the pure character, depth, and natural richness of every bean. The Taka Black Collection is an exploration of coffee in its purest form, where every roast brings its own distinct character, intensity, and expression.
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FIRST LIGHT
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LAST LIGHT
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A Tradition, Three Expressions
South Indian filter coffee is more than a brew it is a ritual, a familiar aroma, and a taste deeply woven into everyday life.
With Taka Native, we celebrate this tradition through three carefully crafted expressions: Native 70, Native 80, and Native 100. Each brings a different balance of coffee and chicory, allowing the richness, body, aroma, and character of the brew to evolve from one blend to the next.
Rooted in tradition and refined with care, Taka Native is our tribute to the timeless South Indian filter coffee ritual.
The Art of Black Coffee
There is something timeless about a cup of black coffee nothing to hide behind, nothing to soften its character. Just the bean, the roast, and the moment.
Taka Black brings this simplicity to life through three distinct expressions: First Light, High Noon, and Last Light. Each captures a different side of black coffee, carefully shaped through roast, balance, aroma, and depth.
Three expressions. Three moods. One pure love for coffee.
TAKA COFFEE FAQ
What is South Indian filter coffee?
South Indian filter coffee is a traditional Indian coffee preparation made by brewing roasted and ground coffee through a South Indian metal coffee filter. The resulting concentrated coffee decoction is traditionally combined with hot milk and sugar.
What is the difference between Native 80 and Native 70?
TAKA Native 80 contains 80% coffee and 20% chicory, while Native 70 contains 70% coffee and 30% chicory.
Does TAKA Native 100 contain chicory?
No. TAKA Native 100 is 100% Arabica coffee and contains no chicory.
Is TAKA coffee instant coffee?
No. TAKA's roasted and ground coffee is not instant coffee. It needs to be brewed using an appropriate brewing method.
What is black coffee?
Black coffee is coffee enjoyed without milk. It can be prepared using different brewing methods including a South Indian filter, French press, AeroPress, pour-over or drip coffee maker.
Which TAKA coffee is best for black coffee?
TAKA BLACK is specifically created for black coffee. First Light offers a smooth and balanced profile, High Noon offers a rich and full-bodied profile, and Last Light offers a deep and complex profile.
Can I make black coffee without an espresso machine?
Yes. Black coffee does not require an espresso machine. Depending on the coffee and grind, you can use a French press, AeroPress, pour-over, drip coffee maker or South Indian coffee filter.
Is coffee powder the same as instant coffee?
No. In India, "coffee powder" commonly refers to ground coffee, but roasted and ground coffee and instant coffee are different products. Ground coffee must be brewed, while instant coffee is soluble.





