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The rise in media coverage about Vietnam’s “cyanide coffee” that went viral a few years ago made me curious about what real Vietnamese coffee actually is. I honestly didn’t understand the hype. But eventually, my curiosity, the marketing buzz, and even my doubts about Vietnamese coffee were answered.
A few months ago, I finally tried Vietnamese Drip Coffee for myself. And not only thatthere were many tempting dishes to enjoy at Red Zone Café on Ahmad Yani Street in Pontianak, West Kalimantan, Indonesia. So, what does this Vietnamese Drip Coffee really taste like? What exotic and exciting menu items did I try at Red Zone Café? Let’s get into it. Please find the photos at below
Vietnamese Drip Coffee: A Taste as Elegant as It Looks
To be honest, I’m not really a coffee lover. But hold on what I mean is that I don’t like certain types of coffee.
The kind of coffee I usually dislike is the one served with thick grounds at the bottom, looking like lapindo mud inside the glass. And for me, no matter what kind of coffee is mixed with sweetened condensed milkwhite or chocolate it usually still tastes okay.
But this Vietnamese Drip Coffee gave me a completely different sensation from the coffees I had tried before. Starting with the brewing equipment, everything was already set up nicely when it arrived at my table.
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I saw a top filter, a bottom filter, and a lid. As someone who doesn’t know much about coffee, I had no idea how much water or coffee grounds were used.I also didn’t know why it was served the way it was already fully brewed, with the grounds neatly separated. My guess was that it had been prepared earlier before being served to me
If you’re wondering about the price, Vietnamese drip coffee in Pontianak is actually pretty affordable. Most cafés sell it for Rp13,000 to Rp25,000 per glass, depending on whether you want it black or with milk. At Kahveh Coffee Shop, for example, the cold Vietnamese drip starts at just Rp13,000, or Rp15,000 if you prefer it with milk on GoFood. Meanwhile, Karya Ranum X Roemahh Coffee offers their Vietnamese drip for about Rp24,000.
1 US Dollar = 16.640 Indonesian Rupiah Last updated • December 4 at 8:01 AM UTC
Overall, the price range is quite friendly, and it really depends on the café and the menu you choose. Just keep in mind these prices are for the drink only, and they can change anytime based on promotions or each café’s policy..
When I received the Vietnamese drip, I noticed sweetened condensed milk at the bottom of the glass white condensed milk. That made me wonder: why condensed milk? Is it simply to reduce the bitterness of the coffee?
And then… a small accident happened. Since this was my very first time trying Vietnamese Drip Coffee, I didn’t realize the coffee grounds in the top filter were not meant to be mixed in. I thought they were part of the drink! So I took a small spoon, scooped the “coffee,” and stirred it into the drink. Hahaha! Turns out I had mixed in the used grounds. Shhh… don’t tell anyone.
Why Sweetened Condensed Milk?
According to the Otten Coffee Magazine website, sweetened condensed milk has been a traditional “recipe” for generations in Vietnam. At one time, Vietnam experienced food shortages, including a scarcity of fresh milk. As a result, people turned to sweetened condensed milk as a coffee companion. The tradition continues even today.
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I slowly sipped the Vietnamese Drip Coffee, enjoying its aroma and the combination of condensed milk with a delicious caramel-like sweetness in every sip.
The taste was so creamy and rich that it felt like a waste to drink it too quickly. It was simply delicious. So for anyone visiting Pontianak, make sure to stop by Red Zone Café, located in the West Kalimantan State Museum complex.
Ready to taste the authentic charm of Vietnamese Drip Coffee? Visit Red Zone Café at the West Kalimantan State Museum complex in Pontianak and enjoy a uniquely rich, creamy brew you won’t forget. Try it today and experience the flavor everyone is talking about!(Asep Haryono)
A few months ago, I finally tried Vietnamese Drip Coffee for myself. And not only thatthere were many tempting dishes to enjoy at Red Zone Café on Ahmad Yani Street in Pontianak, West Kalimantan, Indonesia. So, what does this Vietnamese Drip Coffee really taste like? What exotic and exciting menu items did I try at Red Zone Café? Let’s get into it. Please find the photos at below
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Vietnamese
Drip Coffee in its early stage freshly brewed with condensed milk waiting to be
mixed. Photo by Asep Haryono |
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After being
stirred, the Vietnamese Drip Coffee turns creamy and smooth, ready to enjoy. Photo
by Asep Haryono |
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Hello
there Its me I am enjoying my first
Vietnamese Drip Coffee experience at Red Zone Café, Pontianak. |
Vietnamese Drip Coffee: A Taste as Elegant as It Looks
To be honest, I’m not really a coffee lover. But hold on what I mean is that I don’t like certain types of coffee.
The kind of coffee I usually dislike is the one served with thick grounds at the bottom, looking like lapindo mud inside the glass. And for me, no matter what kind of coffee is mixed with sweetened condensed milkwhite or chocolate it usually still tastes okay.
But this Vietnamese Drip Coffee gave me a completely different sensation from the coffees I had tried before. Starting with the brewing equipment, everything was already set up nicely when it arrived at my table.
Read also -Why Bakso Holds a Special Place in the Heart of Indonesians
I saw a top filter, a bottom filter, and a lid. As someone who doesn’t know much about coffee, I had no idea how much water or coffee grounds were used.I also didn’t know why it was served the way it was already fully brewed, with the grounds neatly separated. My guess was that it had been prepared earlier before being served to me
If you’re wondering about the price, Vietnamese drip coffee in Pontianak is actually pretty affordable. Most cafés sell it for Rp13,000 to Rp25,000 per glass, depending on whether you want it black or with milk. At Kahveh Coffee Shop, for example, the cold Vietnamese drip starts at just Rp13,000, or Rp15,000 if you prefer it with milk on GoFood. Meanwhile, Karya Ranum X Roemahh Coffee offers their Vietnamese drip for about Rp24,000.
1 US Dollar = 16.640 Indonesian Rupiah Last updated • December 4 at 8:01 AM UTC
Overall, the price range is quite friendly, and it really depends on the café and the menu you choose. Just keep in mind these prices are for the drink only, and they can change anytime based on promotions or each café’s policy..
When I received the Vietnamese drip, I noticed sweetened condensed milk at the bottom of the glass white condensed milk. That made me wonder: why condensed milk? Is it simply to reduce the bitterness of the coffee?
And then… a small accident happened. Since this was my very first time trying Vietnamese Drip Coffee, I didn’t realize the coffee grounds in the top filter were not meant to be mixed in. I thought they were part of the drink! So I took a small spoon, scooped the “coffee,” and stirred it into the drink. Hahaha! Turns out I had mixed in the used grounds. Shhh… don’t tell anyone.
Why Sweetened Condensed Milk?
According to the Otten Coffee Magazine website, sweetened condensed milk has been a traditional “recipe” for generations in Vietnam. At one time, Vietnam experienced food shortages, including a scarcity of fresh milk. As a result, people turned to sweetened condensed milk as a coffee companion. The tradition continues even today.
Read also - "Sambal:" More Than Just a Spicy Sauce for Indonesians
I slowly sipped the Vietnamese Drip Coffee, enjoying its aroma and the combination of condensed milk with a delicious caramel-like sweetness in every sip.
The taste was so creamy and rich that it felt like a waste to drink it too quickly. It was simply delicious. So for anyone visiting Pontianak, make sure to stop by Red Zone Café, located in the West Kalimantan State Museum complex.
Ready to taste the authentic charm of Vietnamese Drip Coffee? Visit Red Zone Café at the West Kalimantan State Museum complex in Pontianak and enjoy a uniquely rich, creamy brew you won’t forget. Try it today and experience the flavor everyone is talking about!(Asep Haryono)
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