Joanna James
Everyone who visits Ho Chi Minh City admires its food culture, but only a few speak of the awesomeness in the drinks there. Beverages you find here don't just cool your thirst, but also adds a great memory that won't ever fade. Here are some drinks that you should not miss in this city.
Ca Phe means the Vietnamese coffee, and when you are in Ho Chi Minh City, do not forget to enjoy a nice sip of coffee at a restaurant of a popular hotel the likes of PARKROYAL Saigon. Vietnam is one of the largest coffee exporters in the world, and this is why Vietnamese people are forever in love with their coffee. It's not just about the high-quality coffee beans, but also about unique brewing methods and some uncommon equipment too.
Nuoc mia is sugar cane juice and when in Ho Chi Minh City, do not forget about this drink too. Local markets usually sell this delicious beverage, and they use a specific machine to extract the juice from the sugar cane. However, some hotels in Vietnam Ho Chi Minh also serve this drink for their guests, and with some kumquat added, they make this drink a little sour too. It's an energy-boosting drink that has a lot more health benefits as well.
This is a drink that most western tourists love to have when they visit countries like Vietnam. Nuoc dua means fresh coconut juice, and this is not an uncommon drink at all. If you are visiting Ho Chi Minh on a hot summer day, make sure you try this amazing refresher and the energy booster. It's tasty and supplies you plenty of vitamins and minerals that would affect well on your skin.
Beer was first introduced to Vietnam in the 1900s and ever since then, this drink has never been missing at any social gathering, or even at business discussions. Beer has become an integral part of the daily lives of Vietnamese people, and even the vendors at markets sell you beer cans at very cheap prices. Try the local beer brands such as Saigon Red, Saigon Special, and 333 that have a sweeter taste when compared to the other brands available.
This is a glass of coconut milk, condensed milk, or diced fruit in which some grass jelly pieces have been dipped in. Suong sao means grass jelly, and it's made from a herb in the mountainous areas in Vietnam. Since grass jelly has a slightly bitter taste, they normally add some sugary syrup to decrease it.
If what you are searching for is a drink with a detoxifying effect, Nuoc sam is the perfect drink for you in Ho Chih Min City. It's a herbal tea that's so affordable and can be even found on the sidewalk of any corner of the city.
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