Vietnamese Coffee

Vietnamese Coffee: The charming aroma from a small cup I will never forget

When it comes to traveling in Vietnam, I, mr.hotsia, must say that "Vietnamese coffee" is one thing that left a lasting impression on me. The coffee here is unlike any I've had in Thailand or anywhere else. It has a unique character, a rich aroma, and a distinctive taste that made me stop my journey to sip coffee every chance I got.

I have traveled to many provinces in Vietnam, including Lang Son Province where I once stayed.Previous ArticleThere, besides the natural mountains and the Ky Cung River flowing through the city, Vietnamese coffee was another thing I clearly experienced every morning of my trip.

What is Vietnamese Coffee? Why should you try it?

Vietnamese coffee is distinctly different from our local coffee. It mainly uses Robusta beans, giving a strong and bitter flavor. It is brewed using a unique method called “coffee drip,” where a filter is placed on the cup and hot water slowly drips through the coffee grounds over about 5-7 minutes. This results in a strong and fragrant coffee unlike anything I've encountered before.

Another special thing I loved was adding sweetened condensed milk to hot or iced coffee, creating a perfectly balanced creamy sweetness. Drinking it feels like truly experiencing the Vietnamese way of life. Sitting and sipping Vietnamese coffee at a roadside café with people passing by is a scene I want to keep in my memory forever.

Life and Vietnamese Coffee

Walking through small towns and big cities in Vietnam, you will see coffee shops on almost every street corner. Some are small shops with old wooden tables and colorful plastic chairs, others are modern-style cafés, but all serve Vietnamese coffee.

In Lang Son city, I once stopped at a small coffee shop owned by a kind old man. While waiting for the coffee, we chatted and he told me that Vietnamese coffee is part of daily life here, a must-have every morning to start the day fresh. I understood why this place has such charm.

Recommended Coffee Shops by mr.hotsia in Vietnam

If you want to try authentic Vietnamese coffee, I recommend visiting coffee shops in central city areas like Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, or even smaller towns like Lang Son, which I have written about in my articles.Lang Son Province, VietnamBesides delicious roast duck, the small roadside coffee shops here are a destination I never miss.

Also, if you are interested in coffee shops in Phan Rang, I have a recommended article aboutCoffee Shops in Phan Rangwhere I share my experience sipping coffee in this beautiful and peaceful seaside town.

Vietnamese Coffee and Coffee Culture

Drinking coffee in Vietnam is not just about the coffee itself but about spending slow, quality time with friends and family. I saw Vietnamese people chatting happily on small chairs by the roadside. Sometimes one cup of coffee lasts for hours, a moment to pause from the busyness of life.

I think Vietnamese coffee represents the simplicity yet charm of Vietnamese life. The slow drip of coffee into the cup reminds us to live slowly and fully in every moment.

Traveling and Sipping Vietnamese Coffee on My Recommended Routes

If you plan to travel in Vietnam, I suggest stopping byLang Son Provincewhich is a great starting point to experience local life and authentic Vietnamese coffee as I have described.

Or if you want to relax by the sea and sip light coffee while enjoying beautiful sea views, try visitingNha Trang Seaa city with clean beaches and many cozy coffee shops.

For those who enjoy temples and beautiful architecture, sipping coffee before or after visitingBuddhist Temples in Da Latis another memorable experience I recommend.

Summary of mr.hotsia's Impressions of Vietnamese Coffee

Vietnamese coffee is one of the experiences I, mr.hotsia, want everyone to try. Whether it's the strong taste, the alluring aroma, or the simple yet powerful drip brewing method, drinking Vietnamese coffee is not just about drinking but truly experiencing the culture and lifestyle of the locals.

Next time you have a chance to visit Vietnam, don't forget to stop by a roadside coffee shop, order a cup of drip coffee, sit slowly, watch people pass by, and you will understand why Vietnamese coffee has captured my heart forever.

For the video clip I recorded about Vietnamese coffee, you can watch it hereVietnamese Coffeeto enhance the atmosphere and the feeling as if you are sitting and drinking coffee with me, mr.hotsia, in person.