In Vietnam's specialty coffee competition,「Vietnam Amazing Cup 2026」a coffee producer in Lam Dong Province,"Ant Bee",took the top honor in the Robusta category (tied for first) with a score of 85.94. The era of choosing coffee "by origin" is finally spreading to souvenir shopping as well.
同大会は8年続くベトナムのスペシャルティコーヒーの登竜門。今年は7つのコーヒー産地の81生産者から182サンプル（ロット）が出品され、ラムドン省が複数部門で受賞する最大の勝者となりました。
Ant Bee reaches the top of the Robusta category
First place in the Robusta category was shared by Ant Bee Tea Coffee of Lam Dong Province and producer Nguyen Son Tung, both scoring 85.94. Ant Bee earned this recognition through "double fermentation that preserves the bean's structure while producing a more balanced flavor." According to the company's Tuan Nhat, they have been entering for seven years.
Lam Dong Province becomes the biggest winner
First place in the Arabica category went to Tamba Production and Services of Gia Lai Province, but Lam Dong entries made their presence felt, with Vietnam Coffee Cooperative of Lam Dong chosen as the "most popular sample." The popular sample in the Robusta category also went to Bui Coffee Supply of Lam Dong. With its cool highland climate, Lam Dong is steadily building its reputation as a growing region.
Key results
| Categories | Awards |
|---|---|
| Robusta 1st place (tied) | Ant Bee Tea Coffee / Nguyen Son Tung (both Lam Dong) — 85.94 points |
| Robusta popular sample | Bui Coffee Supply (Lam Dong) |
| Arabica 1st place | Tamba Production and Services (Gia Lai Province) |
| Arabica popular sample | Vietnam Coffee Cooperative (Lam Dong) |
| Entries | 7産地・81生産者から182サンプル |
Impact on souvenir shopping: the era of choosing by origin
Vietnam is known for coffee, but from now on there's a new way to enjoy it: choosing by origin, such as "from Lam Dong" or "from Gia Lai." You can look for beans from award-winning regions on the packaging, or sample specialty coffee at a Da Lat café, sharpening the resolution of your coffee souvenirs.
Summary
Ant Bee's top award symbolizes how Vietnamese coffee is evolving from "quantity" to "quality and origin." On your next trip to Vietnam, try choosing your cup by paying attention to the origin on the label. It should make for a good souvenir story.
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