Madras-style instant chicory coffee

Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan. Dissolve the instant coffee-and-chicory mixture in it, choosing the amount within the source range to suit your preferred strength.

Heat the milk separately, then combine with the dissolved coffee in a heatproof cup. Add sugar if wanted.

Whisk gently for a little froth and let cool to a comfortable drinking temperature. Do not pour boiling liquid between cups held high above each other.