The impression of Vietnam in the hearts of international friends is always a wonderful, sparkling and attractive picture. From the beauty of the landscape to the taste of the dishes, even to the drinks that can only be experienced in Vietnam. These drinks are made from unique ingredients and processed according to special recipes. Let's explore them with Sanh Nhien!
Green Tea
Green tea is not only a cultural drink but also an indispensable part of the daily life of Vietnamese people, from holidays such as Tet, festivals, weddings, funerals. Tea trees have been grown everywhere since ancient times, especially in rural or highland areas. There are two main types of tea: fresh tea and dried tea. Both have a pleasant aroma, but fresh tea often has a more spicy, bitter taste than dried tea.
In fact, green tea leaves are often mixed with different herbs to create diverse flavors such as lotus tea, chrysanthemum tea, oolong tea and many others. If you have the chance to visit a Vietnamese family, they will invite you to enjoy a cup of tea as a sign of hospitality and welcome. This shows the unique tradition of a country with thousands of years of history.
Coffee
As the second largest coffee producer in the world after Brazil, it is no surprise that coffee is one of the most popular drinks in Vietnam. From the big cities to the small villages, you can easily find affordable coffee shops. The Vietnamese coffee brewing method is often much stronger than most other coffees in the world.
The two most popular types of coffee in Vietnam are black coffee and milk coffee. Black coffee usually has a bitter taste combined with a little sweet aftertaste, while milk coffee has the rich taste of condensed milk along with the characteristic aroma of coffee.
Coconut water
Coconut water has long been a popular beverage in Vietnam. Fresh coconut water is one of the traditional drinks popular in the Western provinces, with a delicious, sweet and refreshing taste without the need for any added spices or flavorings. Not only is it a refreshing drink on hot days, coconut water is also used in cooking, bringing a natural sweetness to dishes with a Southern flavor.
Sugarcane juice
Another popular natural sweet drink after coconut is sugarcane juice. This is a popular drink in Vietnam and is often found on street carts, especially in the Western provinces. In addition to the traditional flavor, people in the West also create other variations of sugarcane juice such as durian sugarcane juice and jackfruit sugarcane juice. Usually, sugarcane juice is added with a little lime juice and ice cubes to create a wonderful flavor.
Ginseng water
"Ginseng water" is the general name for a beverage made from natural herbs such as seaweed, sugarcane, cogon root, monk fruit, rock sugar... Depending on preferences and habits, it can be combined with other herbs such as corn silk, chrysanthemum, wolfberry, and plantain.
Before syrups and soft drinks became popular, ginseng water was one of the popular drinks enjoyed by many young generations. Ginseng water brings a cool feeling to the body and helps purify the liver. Ginseng water is more delicious when drunk cold with ice.
Gotu Kola Juice
Gotu kola juice is a popular drink in Vietnam, with a fresh taste of the leaves and is often enjoyed over ice. It is a great choice to hydrate the body on hot days.
There are two popular versions of pennywort juice: pennywort juice mixed with steamed and mashed mung beans and pennywort juice mixed with a little coconut milk. Pennywort juice tastes best when served cold with a few ice cubes.
Soy milk
From the shoulder poles with steaming pots of milk, cooked with pandan leaves to create aroma, to the bottles of homemade milk packaged in plastic bottles or classic glass bottles with corks, this delicious drink has become an inseparable part of the Vietnamese people's memories for hundreds of years.
Some people like to hold a cup of hot milk, blow gently and enjoy each sip, enjoying the rich, sweet and warm taste, especially on cold rainy days or when there is a cold wind at the end of the year. On the contrary, there are also people who like a glass of iced soy milk, filled with ice and enjoy a big sip, creating a refreshing feeling in the hot summer.
Tamarind stone
Tamarind ice has a distinctive flavor, both sour and sweet, when eaten combined with the rich and fatty peanuts, creating an irresistible culinary experience. Street vendors will usually always have tamarind ice at very affordable prices.