Coffee is one of the most loved drinks in the world, and in Vietnam, coffee has also become an indispensable part of people's daily lives. However, to get a delicious, attractive and rich cup of coffee, not everyone knows how to prepare coffee properly. In this article, we will learn about the secrets to making delicious coffee, from which we can create the perfect cups of coffee at home.

Traditional Vietnamese coffee recipe

To start, let's learn about traditional Vietnamese coffee recipes. Vietnamese people are very proud of their coffee, and that is because their way of preparing coffee is extremely simple but brings a unique and rich flavor.

Ingredients need to be prepared

To make traditional Vietnamese coffee, you will need the following ingredients:

• Ground coffee: It is best to use Robusta coffee or a mixture of Robusta and Arabica coffee. Ground coffee should be finely ground and have a characteristic aroma.
• Hot water: The hotness of the water will affect the flavor of the coffee, so note that the water should have a temperature of about 90 - 95 degrees Celsius.
• Coffee pot: This is an important tool for making traditional coffee. The brewing vessel should be made of glass or stainless steel, do not use plastic or metal.
• Coffee spoon: Used to measure coffee into the pot.
• Honey (optional): Optional, but if you like your coffee sweet, you can add honey.

Traditional coffee preparation steps

1. Start by heating water in a kettle.
2. While waiting for the water to boil, prepare ground coffee and teaspoon.
3. Place the infuser over a glass or coffee cup and pour 1 - 2 teaspoons of powder into the infuser.
4. When the water is hot enough (90 - 95 degrees Celsius), pour the water into the pot, let the water soak through the coffee and flow down into the coffee cup/cup.
5. If you want to add honey, you can add it with water for a natural sweetness.
6. Wait about 2 - 3 minutes for the coffee to fully absorb and shake the pot well before pouring into a cup/cup to have a light layer of foam on the coffee surface.
7. Enjoy warm and delicious coffee.

Delicious and attractive milk coffee

Milk coffee is a very popular drink in Vietnam, and is also considered a symbol of Vietnamese coffee culture. With a delicious and rich flavor, milk coffee is the perfect choice for hot days or even chilly winter mornings. Let's learn the secret to making delicious and attractive milk coffee at home.

Ingredients need to be prepared

• Powdered coffee: Similar to making traditional coffee, you can use Robusta coffee or a mixture of Robusta and Arabica.
• Hot water: The hotness of the water also needs to be noted to ensure the flavor of milk coffee. The water should have a temperature of about 90 - 95 degrees Celsius.
• Condensed milk: Is an important ingredient that creates the unique flavor of milk coffee. You can use condensed milk with vanilla flavor or without flavor.
• Coffee pot: The pot needs to be made of glass or stainless steel to ensure safety and not affect the flavor of the coffee.
• Coffee spoon: Used to measure coffee into the pot.

Steps to prepare milk coffee

1. First, if you want hot milk coffee, you can boil condensed milk in a small pot before starting to make coffee. If you want cold milk coffee, you can put condensed milk in the refrigerator before using.
2. Boil water in a kettle and prepare other ingredients.
3. When the water boils, pour 1 - 2 teaspoons of powder into the pot and let the water soak through the coffee.
4. To let the coffee soak evenly and flow through the cup/cup, you can use a spoon to gently stir in the brew pot.
5. While waiting for the coffee to steep, if you want hot milk coffee, you can put condensed milk in the pot with the coffee. If you want cold milk coffee, you can pour coffee and milk into a cup and stir well.
6. Add honey if you want natural sweetness.
7. Shake the brewer well before pouring the coffee into the cup/cup to create a light layer of foam on the coffee surface.
8. Enjoy delicious, attractive milk coffee.

Black coffee is rich and fragrant

If you are a fan of rich black coffee, then you definitely cannot ignore this coffee making secret. With a rich flavor and aroma, black coffee is the perfect choice for those who love feeling refreshed and alert.

Ingredients need to be prepared

• Ground coffee: Although not important, you should choose Robusta coffee or a mixture of Robusta and Arabica for a rich flavor.
• Hot water: The hotness of the water also needs to be noted, you should use water with a temperature of about 90 - 95 degrees Celsius.
• Coffee pot: Glass or stainless steel is the best choice for a coffee pot. If you use a metal pot, the smell and taste of the coffee may be lost.
• Coffee spoon: Used to measure coffee into the pot.

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1. Steps to prepare black coffee
2. Boil water in a kettle and prepare other ingredients.
3. When the water boils, pour 1 - 2 teaspoons into the pot and let the water soak through the coffee.
4. To let the coffee soak evenly and flow through the cup/cup, you can use a spoon to gently stir in the brew pot.
5. Wait about 2 - 3 minutes for the coffee to fully absorb and shake the pot well.
6. Pour coffee into a cup/cup and enjoy while it's still hot for rich flavor and aroma.

Cool, cooling iced coffee

Iced coffee is one of the most popular drinks on hot days of summer. With a delicious, cooling and refreshing taste, iced coffee is the perfect choice for those who love a pleasant and refreshing feeling.

Ingredients need to be prepared

• Ground coffee: Just like when making black coffee, you can choose Robusta coffee or a mixture of Robusta and Arabica coffee.
• Hot water: Because the water will be poured over ice, it does not need to be too hot like when making traditional coffee. The water should have a temperature of about 70 - 80 degrees Celsius.
• Ice cubes: Is an important ingredient to create the cool taste of iced coffee.
• Coffee pot: You can use a glass or stainless steel pot to ensure safety and not affect the flavor of the coffee.
• Coffee spoon: Used to measure coffee into the pot.

Steps to prepare iced coffee

1. Prepare ice cubes and place in a coffee cup.
2. Boil water in a kettle and prepare other ingredients.
3. When the water boils, pour 1 - 2 teaspoons into the pot and let the water soak through the coffee.
4. To let the coffee soak evenly and flow through the cup/cup, you can use a spoon to gently stir in the brew pot.
5. Pour the coffee into an ice cup and let the coffee melt.
6. While waiting for the coffee to thaw, you can add a little sugar (if you like) and honey to the brewer to give the coffee a natural sweetness.
7. After the coffee has completely thawed, pour the coffee mixed with ice into a glass/cup and enjoy.

Tips for making delicious coffee at home

In addition to the traditional and special coffee recipes mentioned above, there are also some tips for making coffee at home to help make the taste of coffee better and richer.

Use fresh coffee

To get the ultimate flavor of coffee, you should use fresh coffee. Avoid buying previously ground coffee and leaving it in the refrigerator or coffee pot for a long time. Instead, you can buy coffee beans and grind them when needed.

Use purified water

The quality of water also affects the taste of coffee, so you should choose pure water to ensure the coffee has the right flavor.

Mix directly in the cup

Another tip to add flavor to coffee is to brew it directly in the cup. Instead of brewing coffee in a pot, you can brew it directly in a cup to keep the flavor of the coffee intact and fresh.

Use brown sugar

To make your coffee more interesting and delicious, you can use brown sugar instead of regular white sugar. Brown sugar will create a special and impressive flavor for your cup of coffee.

Add a little salt

A coffee making tip that cannot be missed is to add a little salt to the coffee. Salt will enhance the bitter flavor of coffee and create a perfect balance between spices.

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Conclude

Above are the secrets to making delicious coffee that you can apply right at home. With traditional Vietnamese coffee recipes, delicious milk coffee, rich black coffee, cool iced coffee and delicious coffee making tips, you will definitely have delicious, steaming cups of coffee. attractive and bold according to your wishes. Try it now and enjoy the great taste of your homemade coffee cups!