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We explain why Vietnamese coffee is called “bad,” from the characteristics of the Robusta bean and differences in taste culture. We clearly cover the gap with overseas ratings, tips for making it delicious as a café latte, and the causes of feeling drunk or queasy.

An introduction to hand-picked cafés where you can enjoy authentic Vietnamese coffee in Japan. From the traditional taste of phin brewing to egg coffee, we cover popular shops nationwide and how to enjoy it at home.

Vietnamese coffee was introduced from France in the 19th century and evolved in its own distinctive way. This article explains the rich flavor and cultural background created by Robusta beans, phin extraction, and the sweetness of condensed milk.

Robusta, the star of Vietnamese coffee, is a bean prized for its strong bitterness and body. In Hanoi, cafés making the most of that character are scattered throughout the city, where you can enjoy cups in which bitterness and sweetness blend exquisitely, such as cà phê sữa đá made with condensed milk and cà phê trứng made with egg yolk. Come experience the deep world of Vietnamese coffee, which is far more than just bitter.