Vietnam is a country with a rich coffee culture. The country is the second largest producer of coffee in the world, and Vietnamese coffee is known for its strong flavor and unique aroma. If you’re planning a trip to Vietnam, one of the best ways to experience the local culture is to enjoy a cup of Vietnamese coffee.
I. Introduce Vietnamese Coffee
Coffee was first introduced to Vietnam in the 1850s by French colonists. Initially planted on small farms, this quickly changed into large-scale production on massive plantations located in the highlands of Vietnam.
Since the first crops, coffee production has continued to expand and even drive the agricultural industry in Vietnam and contributed a substantial percentage to the country’s GDP. Coffee is second only to rice in agricultural production.
II. Some types of Vietnamese coffee
1. Drip-filter coffee
Vietnamese coffee beans are usually roasted in butter then brewed in metal filters. The moments spent waiting for your coffee to brew are part of the pleasure of this style of coffee. Due to its bitterness, black Vietnamese coffee is an acquired taste. Feel free to sweeten your drink with condensed milk, or mix it with ice. A cold iced milk coffee on a hot day is a quintessential Vietnamese coffee experience.
Recommend some brands to enjoy:
– Café Thai: No. 27 Trieu Viet Vuong Street, Bui Thi Xuan Ward, Hai Ba Trung District, Hanoi
– Cafe Long: No.123 Le Loi Street, Thach Thang Ward, Hai Chau District, Da Nang
– The workshop coffee: No. 27 Ngo Duc Ke Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, HCMC
2. Bạc xỉu
If you’ve tried Vietnamese iced coffee and can handle something even sweeter, look no further than Bac Xiu coffee.
The ingredients of this coffee type include coffee, condensed milk, and fresh milk. The difference is all in the proportions, with more milk less coffee going into a bac xiu.
Recommend some brands to enjoy:
– Lofita – City Life: No. 30A Tran Hung Dao Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
– Tiệm Kiết: No. 22A Hoang Dieu Street, Hai Chau District, Da Nang
– Babros Coffee Roaster: No. 199M Nguyen Van Huong Street, Thao Dien Ward, District 2, HCMC
3. Egg coffee
Egg coffee is a special drink that has created a unique feature for Hanoi, not only making Hanoians fall in love but also making domestic and foreign tourists “drink once and remember forever”. A drink that blends the flavors of Vietnamese coffee and freshly beaten eggs. The appeal and unforgettable flavor of egg coffee has spread through many generations in Hanoi throughout its history.
Recommend some brands to enjoy:
– Giảng Coffee shop: No. 39 Nguyen Huu Huan Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
– The cups coffee: No. 233 Nguyen Van Thoai Street, Bac My Phu Ward, Ngu Hanh Son District, Da Nang
– Little HaNoi Egg Coffee: No. 119/5 Yersin Street, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, HCMC
4. Coconut coffee
Coconut coffee is a harmonious blend of freshly brewed coffee and the rich, creamy essence of coconut milk. This aromatic beverage offers a caffeine boost while providing a hint of sweetness and a delightfully exotic flavor. Possessing a charming appearance, eye-catching colors, and a mild, pleasant aroma, this drink quickly conquers many diners right from the first taste.
Recommend some brands to enjoy:
– Xofa Cafe: No. 14 Tong Duy Tan Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
– Cookshop Bistro And Bar: No. 16 Vu Van Dung Street, Son Tra District, Da Nang
– Thien’s Coffee and Chill: No. 89 Street 17, Area B, Thao Dien Ward, Thu Duc District, HCMC
5. Yogurt coffee
A wonderful alternative to milk, you just can’t go wrong with an enticing yogurt coffee, better known as yogurt coffee. The drink blends Vietnamese drip coffee with yogurt, condensed milk, and ice.
The sourness from the yogurt, bitterness from the coffee beans, and sweetness from the condensed milk make for a mouthwatering combination.
Recommend some brands to enjoy:
– Cộng cà phê: No. 27 Nhà Thờ Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
– Yogurt coffee & milk tea: No. 926 Cach Mang Thang 8 Street, Ward 5, Tan Binh District, HCMC
How to obtain a Vietnam visa to enjoy these wonderful coffee dishes
If you are a foreigner who wants to come to Vietnam to enjoy Vietnamese coffee here, you need to apply for a Vietnam visa. Check this list to see if your nationality is eligible for a Vietnam visa:
Currently, there are 3 common ways to apply for a Vietnam tourist visa.
– Through Vietnam Embassy/ Consulate.
– Through Vietnam eVisa.
– Through Vietnam visa on arrival (VOA).
To find out more details about how to apply for Vietnam tourist visa, please follow this article: How to Apply for Vietnam Tourist Visa