"Introduction: 'Vietnam? They drink coffee too?'"
- Many travelers are surprised to hear that we are the world's top exporter of Robusta coffee and the coffee capital of Asia.
- But for us Vietnamese, coffee is not just a drink—it's the rhythm of the morning, the fragrance of memories, and a pride passed down through generations.
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Highlights
- Exclusive for Chinese speakers · Taught by Vietnamese baristas: All instruction is in Chinese, in small classes (max 12 people), personally guided by local Vietnamese baristas. It's authentic, friendly, and rich in cultural depth.
- Discover the secrets of Asia's Coffee Capital: Learn how Vietnam became the world's top Robusta exporter, supplying nearly half of the world's Robusta coffee, and experience how coffee has become a daily ritual and source of national pride for the Vietnamese people.
- Hand-make 6 classic Vietnamese coffees: Roast, grind, and brew 6 classic Vietnamese coffees by hand, and experience the blend of simplicity, creativity, and warmth in Vietnamese culture.
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What to Expect
Part 1 - The Soul of Vietnamese Coffee (45 min)
Eco-friendly transfer and welcome ceremony (15 min): Depart from Hanoi's Old Quarter in an eco-friendly vehicle to our coffee workshop. The journey begins here—relax and immerse yourself in the city's rhythm and atmosphere.
Vietnam Coffee Culture Tour (30 min): Upon arrival, enjoy local Vietnamese drinks and snacks while listening to some surprising stories:
- Vietnam has been cultivating coffee for over 160 years since the French colonial period.
- Today, Vietnam is the world's second-largest coffee exporter after Brazil and also the top global exporter of Robusta coffee, yet few travelers are aware of this fact.
- For Vietnamese people, coffee is not just a beverage, but a life ritual and source of national pride.
Part 2 - From Bean to Cup: Six Cups, Six Stories (90 min)
Under the guidance of the instructor, you will personally craft six types of Vietnamese coffee, each with its own unique history and soul.
- Menu 1 - Son La Pour-Over Coffee: Made with highland coffee beans from Son La in Northern Vietnam, featuring a light aroma and distinct floral notes, representing the modern side of Vietnamese coffee.
- Menu 2 - Condensed milk coffee: A daily cup in Hanoi, slowly brewed Robusta using a drip filter, then mixed with condensed milk - strong yet mellow.
- Menu 3 - Egg coffee: In the 1940s when milk was scarce in Hanoi, people used whipped egg yolks as a substitute for milk foam, giving birth to this iconic Vietnamese coffee.
- Menu 4 - Coconut Coffee: From the coconut-rich regions of Southern Vietnam, this drink blends Robusta espresso with a cool, sweet tropical flavor.
- Menu 5 - Salted Coffee: Originating from Hue in central Vietnam, a pinch of salt enhances the sweetness of condensed milk, creating a balanced and gentle flavor.
- Menu 6 - Creative Cocktail Coffee: A bold yet traditional creation that blends Vietnamese coffee with rice wine.
Part 3 – Tasting and Reflection (30 min)
- At the end of the course, the instructor will guide you through a coffee tasting session, experiencing what coffee means to Vietnamese people - warmth, patience, and connection.
- You will also receive Chinese electronic recipe materials to recreate this flavor at home.
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▲Inclusions
- Hanoi Old Quarter Hotel Round-trip Private Transfer
- Welcome drinks and Vietnamese specialties
- Chinese guide: Vietnamese coffee culture sharing
- Hands-on workshop: Learn to make 6 types of Vietnamese coffee
- Professional coffee equipment and tools are provided.
- Free coffee tasting available throughout the course.
- One electronic prescription document
- Certificate of Completion (available upon request)
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Why Choose This Experience
"I came just for coffee, but I found the soul of Vietnam."
This is not just a course, but a story told firsthand by Vietnamese people—an authentic experience from the Coffee Capital of Asia and the World's Top Robusta Exporter.
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▲Some on-site photos from our course
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