10+ years of friendship, first international trip, and where did they kick things off?

⚡ Quick Local Summary • Hanoi's Slow-Drip Tradition: Local coffee culture revolves around dark-roasted Vietnamese Robusta beans brewed slowly through a small aluminum Phin filter rather than high-pressure espresso machines. • Signature Hanoian Variations: Whipped Egg Coffee (Cà Phê Trứng), sweet-savory Salt Coffee (Cà Phê Muối), Iced Coconut Coffee (Cà Phê Cốt Dừa), and rich Vietnamese Artisanal Cocoa (Cacao) for non-coffee drinkers and children. • How Locals Enjoy Cafes: Tucked inside Old Quarter courtyards and second-floor balconies, cafes are unhurried neighborhood gathering spots at any hour of the day.

Hanoi Coffee Workshop, November 6th, 2024

Sette and her crew decided there was no better way to bond than diving into the art of Vietnamese coffee-making together! With our fabulous instructor Hien, they tackled not one, not two, but THREE iconic brews: Egg Coffee, Salt Coffee, and Coconut Coffee. 🥚☕🥥

For Sette’s friends, it was a first taste of these bold flavors, and the reactions? Priceless! 😂🎉 Let’s jump into their coffee adventure and see all the laughs, sips, and unforgettable memories they brewed up! 📸💛

When in doubt, whip it out! 😆🎉 Our coffee workshop turned into a mini workout as Sette’s gang got serious with the mixers

Golden smiles from the first taste of egg coffee! 🥚☕

Art in a cup! ☕🎨From hearts to flowers to funky initials, these foamy masterpieces are too cute to drink (almost)! Which one is your favorite? 💛

First try whisking the foam, and look at her smile! The joy of creating something new, and maybe a bit of surprise at how delicious it turned out! 😂🎉

But to get that beautiful golden foam, they had to give their arms a real workout!

Concentration mode: on! Learning each step is all part of the adventure!

The result? A masterpiece that’s just irresistible! Just a perfect stroke away from an ideal cup of egg coffee

During the process, anytime you hit a challenge, there’s Hien, our instructor, always there to lend a hand

One of the most ‘healing’ moments is watching the coffee drip, drip, drip just like this

And if you’re laughing this hard, it’s only because the coffee is that good!

But coffee tastes favorite when raised with the ones you love! Let’s toast to 10+ years of friendship and many more brews together! 💛🇻🇳

A group shot after mastering the art of Vietnamese coffee-making! Three unique flavors and countless laughs later, Sette and her friends are all smiles. 😊

Check out our Coffee Workshop details by following this link!

Brewing Coffee & Cocoa Together in Hanoi

If you want to go beyond ordering at a cafe counter and learn how to whisk Egg Coffee, balance Salt Coffee, blend Coconut Coffee, or craft rich Vietnamese Artisanal Cocoa (for non-coffee drinkers and kids aged 6+) yourself, come join our 2-hour indoor, air-conditioned Cocoa-Coffee Workshop ($20 USD per person, running daily at 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, including a traditional aluminum Phin filter and recipe card to take home). Many travelers also pair an afternoon workshop with our daily Taste of Hanoi street food walk (10:00 AM and 6:00 PM) or our Hanoi Family Quest, and you can message us anytime on WhatsApp (+84 969 655 521) if you want local cafe tips near your hotel.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why does Vietnamese coffee taste stronger and more chocolatey than regular café coffee?

Vietnam primarily grows Robusta beans (which have roughly twice the natural caffeine and a deeper, nuttier body than Arabica beans) and brews them slowly through a metal Phin drip filter. Combined with sweetened condensed milk, whipped egg yolk cream, or coconut milk, the result is rich and dessert-like.

2. What can non-coffee drinkers or children order at a traditional Hanoian cafe?

Almost every traditional cafe in Hanoi offers pure Vietnamese cocoa (Cacao), including Egg Cocoa (Cacao Trứng) and Iced Coconut Cocoa (Cacao Cốt Dừa), alongside lotus-scented tea, kumquat honey tea, fresh yogurt, and tropical fruit smoothies.

3. How do I ask for less sugar or less condensed milk at a Hanoi coffee shop?

Vietnamese milk coffees are traditionally quite sweet. Simply show or say 'Cho mình ít sữa đặc (ít ngọt) nhé' (less condensed milk / less sweet, please) when ordering so the barista can adjust the balance for you.

Keep Exploring Hanoi with Us

• Vietnamese Artisanal Cocoa & Non-Coffee Cafe Drinks in Hanoi

• Hanoi's Midday Heat & Sudden Rain Showers: How Locals Pace Their Day

• Egg Coffee in Hanoi: What It Is and Where It Came From

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Ngoc Anh (Ice) · Beyond Vietnam Xin chào! I am part of the local host and storytelling team at Beyond Vietnam. Through these stories, I share the everyday flavours, laughter, and real moments from our walks and workshops in Hanoi.

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