{"id":142,"date":"2024-01-20T20:55:05","date_gmt":"2024-01-20T20:55:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/brewedcaffeine.com\/?p=142"},"modified":"2024-01-20T20:55:05","modified_gmt":"2024-01-20T20:55:05","slug":"is-vietnamese-coffee-strong","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/brewedcaffeine.com\/is-vietnamese-coffee-strong\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Vietnamese coffee strong?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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If you know a little about coffee, you\u2019ve probably heard that Vietnamese coffee is in its own category. But is Vietnamese coffee strong? Read on below to find out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vietnamese coffee is native to Vietnam, naturally, and it\u2019s a slow-brewing, extremely strong, rich, and thick coffee. It\u2019s created using Robusta beans grown in Vietnam<\/strong>, which have double the caffeine of classic Arabica beans<\/strong> (which makes it equivalent to 4 shots of espresso<\/strong>). These beans have a bitter yet slightly peanut-buttery-y taste<\/strong> to them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vietnamese coffee has a similar taste as a creamy espresso. It\u2019s served by adding in milk, sweetened creamers, and, most commonly, egg yolks<\/strong>. This isn\u2019t a coffee for beginner coffee drinkers<\/strong>, but it is a unique look into the world of coffee for experienced, exploratory coffee drinkers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why is Vietnamese coffee so strong?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As you read above, Vietnamese coffee is strong because it\u2019s created using a Robusta coffee bean, different from most North American-bound beans. It has double the caffeine level of classic beans, and it\u2019s brewed slowly, which further amps up the caffeine level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The brewing is done similarly to a drip coffee machine, but it\u2019s done in a single serving with a metal drip pan sitting over the cup for the Vietnamese coffee. While it takes a while to brew, it\u2019s well worth the wait for those who want a robust and knock-your-socks-off cup of coffee! <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How strong is Vietnamese coffee?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Not to be dramatic, but the answer to this is: impressively, unbelievably strong. The best way to understand that is to break it down into its ingredients and how it\u2019s used in Vietnamese culture! Per 8 oz serving, there is 265 mg of caffeine. Typically, a classic cup of coffee has around 100 mg of caffeine. Most adults should have 400 mg of caffeine daily<\/a>, so having two Vietnamese coffees would put you over that amount!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This coffee has more caffeine than the most popular energy drinks, including those 5-hour energy shots in little bottles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As far as getting a sense of how it\u2019s used in the culture, think of it this way: Vietnamese natives use this kind of coffee to amp them up before a workout. Having a cup of Vietnamese coffee is an excellent choice for those looking to get more out of their exercise routines, particularly strength training.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which is stronger: Vietnamese coffee or espresso?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Any guesses? If you remember what I said above, a Vietnamese coffee will be as strong as four espresso shots (70 mg of caffeine each). Even if you\u2019re an avid double-espresso drinker, you\u2019ll still find Vietnamese coffee a whole other level of delicious, bitter caffeine!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the difference between regular and Vietnamese coffee?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since it can be a little difficult to comprehend the difference because it\u2019s simply a different kind of coffee, let\u2019s take it apart and compare Vietnamese coffee with regular coffee in all of its key components.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You know that the caffeine level will be much higher than a classic cup of coffee, but there\u2019s much more to this coffee. Its flavor is strong, very bitter, and often acidic. It\u2019s so strong and harsh that even Vietnamese drinkers rarely drink it black. ItOurVN<\/a> states that you can drink it black, but very few do. Foreigners always enjoy it with sweetened milk, creamers, yogurt, or egg whites!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fun Fact:\n<\/em><\/strong>\nEgg whites are amongst the most popular way to sweeten and break up the taste of a cup of Vietnamese coffee.<\/pre>\n\n\n\n
Vietnamese coffee comes from Robusta beans with a distinctive, slightly peanut butter-like taste. The tangy peanut butter taste comes forward if you cut the bitterness and acidity with sweetened milk. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
One cool detail is that you can consider mixing Robusta coffee beans with a few cocoa beans. This gives a touch of chocolate. If you mix that with the peanut butter, you have a peanut butter cup in your mug. Okay, not really. It\u2019s not nearly as sweet. But it is a neat combination if you want to explore your tastes and combinations far and wide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Is Vietnamese coffee bitter or sweet?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you serve Vietnamese coffee black, it\u2019ll be bitter and harsh. Honestly, from what I\u2019ve read, not many people enjoy this coffee without at least a bit of sweetness added in! I would recommend going with some sweetener that you know you like- maybe even some chocolate powder or syrup! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
From there, you can work to reduce those additives and get a distinctive sense of flavor at your own pace. OPB<\/a>\u2019s article explains that any kind of drink made with Vietnamese coffee (classic coffee, lattes, etc.) would be stronger since the bean itself is stronger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Can foreigners drink Vietnamese coffee?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Yes, foreigners can drink Vietnamese coffee. However, since it\u2019s so strong, you should always be mindful of how strong it will be in both flavor and caffeine content. You might be sick of hearing that since this has come up a few times a month, but it\u2019s essential to understand the difference in its flavor strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Even experienced coffee and double espresso drinkers, as well as though who enjoy energy drinks regularly, are blown away by the sheer difference in this particular kind of coffee\u2019s taste and strength.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
If it\u2019s your first time enjoying Vietnamese coffee, you\u2019ll want to strongly consider asking the coffee shop seller (or whoever is making it) what kinds of beans are used. If they say that they\u2019re using Robusta beans, you can ask that Arabica beans be switched out. Or using half and half.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Also, don\u2019t assume that you\u2019ll be able to drink an entire cup full of it in the first sitting. Just have a few sips and see how it feels! There is no \u201crule\u201d that you have to finish the cup your very first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to drink Vietnamese coffee<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you\u2019re exploring Vietnamese coffee at home<\/a>, you can try all sorts of variations on the classic, straight cup of coffee. After all, there are lots of ways to do so! Below, I\u2019ve put together a list of combinations that would be excellent choices for starting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Try it over ice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Many places offer ca phe nau da, which is iced coffee made using Vietnamese coffee rather than classic coffee beans. This is a great way to try Vietnamese coffee for the first time since the ice will mellow out the harsh coffee bitterness. You can also add flavor shots and creamer to this if you want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is a popular drink by Vietnamese drinkers that want to cut the taste and\/or beat the heat of the day! It\u2019s also popular with foreigners.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Try it in a latte or other mixed drink<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Another great choice is using Vietnamese coffee in a latte, cappuccino, or any other mixed drink you love. The best way to do this is to try a drink you know you like to see how it compares to the traditional way of making it. Many coffee shops offer this, and you can easily do this at home if you are used to making those drinks at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Add it to a smoothie or milkshake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
If you love these kinds of milky, fruity, sweet drinks, you\u2019ll find the kick of bitter and strong coffee to be a unique twist on a smoothie or milkshake. However, there are many recipes online that you can try out, so it gives you the opportunity to explore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pour it over ice cream<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
If you have a thing for ice cream, you\u2019ll probably find this idea appealing, too! For this one, pick your favorite ice cream (I recommend vanilla or something lighter if you want to taste the coffee) and brew some Vietnamese coffee. Let it cool or room temperature, and then pour it over your ice cream! You can pour it over hot, but it will melt your ice cream!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bake it in your favorite recipe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This is probably my favorite opinion for Vietnamese coffee variations, but that\u2019s because I love coffee-themed desserts! Just substitute Robusta beans for the classic coffee beans you typically use. It\u2019ll also really add some scope to your baking-related tastebuds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Regardless of your method, be mindful of the jitters, which are very common after Vietnamese coffee for inexperienced drinkers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, as you\u2019ve learned by now, Vietnamese coffee is very strong. It\u2019s a rich, thick coffee brewed from the caffeine-rich Robusta beans native to Vietnam. This has the same caffeine content as a quadruple espresso and is stronger than energy drinks as far as its caffeine content. This coffee has a slight peanut butter taste but is very bitter and acidic, so you\u2019ll need to sweeten or soften it to bring the flavor out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If there\u2019s a special someone in your life that enjoys coffee as strong as it comes, you\u2019ll definitely want to share this with them!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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