Nước sấu – Cool Drink For Summer and Autumn

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Also known as Dracontomelon juice, is a popular refreshing drink in Vietnam, especially in the North. This beverage is made from quả sấu (dracontomelon), a fruit with a sour taste and cool properties.

This fruit has high nutritional value, and a lot of vitamin C, citric acid, and malic acid, which have the effect of cooling, purifying the body, and enhancing resistance.

This juice has a sweet and sour taste, is refreshing, and is suitable for refreshing on hot summer days. It also can be drunk directly or mixed with ice, and be used to prepare other drinks such as sấu tea or soda.

History

Nước sấu has become a popular refreshing drink in Northern Vietnam

The origin of nước sấu in Vietnam can be traced back to ancient times when those plants were commonly grown in Northern Vietnam. It has a sour taste and cool properties, making it very suitable for refreshing on hot summer days.

Since then, nước sấu has become a popular refreshing drink in Northern Vietnam. It is often sold at roadside water stalls, eateries, restaurants, etc.

Today, this beverage is not only popular in Northern Vietnam but is also loved in many other regions of the country. It is not only a refreshing drink but is also considered a nutritious and healthy drink.

Specialties

Just from simple fresh sấu fruits, Hanoians have come up with many unique and special ways to prepare them, making the taste of this fruit much richer. Nước sấu has a sweet and sour taste, but the sour taste is refreshing, not harsh. When drinking, it feels soothing in the throat and refreshing.

Nước sấu has a sweet and sour taste, but the sour taste is refreshing, not harsh

Where you can find nước sấu

Roadside stall: This is the most popular place to enjoy nước sấu in Vietnam. It is often cheap and has a rich and authentic flavor.

Eateries and restaurants: It is often more elaborately prepared, with many other ingredients such as lemon, and kumquat,…

Coffee shops: This beverage in cafes is often prepared in a modern style, combined with other fruits such as strawberries, and blueberries,…

If you are looking for a delicious and authentic Vietnamese dish, Nước sấu is a great option. It is a flavorful and satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone.

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