Vietnamese coffee is more than just beans, condensed milk, or brewing with a phin—it’s a celebration of culture, tradition, and rich flavours. As the world’s second-largest coffee producer and the top supplier of robusta beans, Vietnam offers bold, chocolatey notes in robusta and fruity, vibrant flavours in its speciality arabica. It’s coffee with a story worth sipping.

Arabica and robusta beans offer distinct flavours and qualities. Arabica beans are smoother and sweeter with fruity notes, containing less caffeine and more natural sugars. They’re known for their lighter, more delicate taste. Robusta beans, on the other hand, are bolder and stronger with nutty and chocolatey flavours. They have more caffeine and antioxidants, making them more intense. At Ca Phin, we also offer Vietnamese Fine Robusta and Speciality Arabica beans, carefully sourced to deliver the best quality. Read more about them here.

Direct trade means we work closely with Vietnamese farmers to ensure fair practices, exceptional quality coffee, and support for their livelihoods. Our Vietnamese co-founder, Tobbi Vu, communicates directly with the farmers in their native language, fostering a transparent, honest, and sustainable relationship. We also collaborate with trusted roastery and partners in the UAE to maintain transparency throughout the process, ensuring the highest quality at every step.
Read more about our Vietnamese partnerships here.

Yes, we absolutely do—because we’re all about sharing the love for Vietnamese coffee! We offer both green and roasted beans from our commercial premium line, as well as our Fine Robusta and Single Origin Speciality Arabica. Interested? Check out this page to learn more!

Our coffee is best enjoyed within 2-4 weeks of roasting for the freshest taste. However, it can stay fresh for up to 12 months after roasting. We recommend consuming it sooner for the best flavour experience, as coffee (especially ground coffee) tends to oxidize and change flavour over time. That said, our robusta beans age wonderfully, and you'll notice even richer chocolatey aromas after a couple of months!

To keep your Ca Phin coffee fresh, seal the bag tightly after each use. Be sure to squeeze out any excess gas before closing it to preserve the flavours. Store your coffee in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight and humidity. Proper storage will help maintain its flavour for longer, so you can enjoy the best of our Vietnamese coffee!

We offer two house blends: Sai Gon House Blend and Hoi An House Blend, both blends of Robusta and Arabica, but with distinct characteristics.

• Sai Gon House Blend: A mix of Vietnamese Arabica and Fine Robusta, roasted medium-dark for a bold, sweet, and bright taste with berry and brown sugar notes. It’s the strongest of the two, perfect for Phin brewing and condensed milk.
• Hoi An House Blend: A medium-light roast with smooth chocolatey notes and a touch of roasted sweetness. It’s less bold and ideal for filter coffee or light daily brews.

We believe coffee is personal, so feel free to experiment and find your favourite!

No, you don’t have to! Our coffee can be brewed using any method you prefer (though we have some recommendations). However, to fully experience the authentic Vietnamese coffee culture, we recommend using the Phin filter. It gives you that bold, rich flavour just like the Vietnamese enjoy in the morning. We’ve got a handy guide here to show you how to brew with our Phin filter.

Not at all! This is a common misconception. In the past, Vietnamese coffee was often processed poorly due to a lack of knowledge, which led to a bitter taste. But today, thanks to improved processing methods and the dedication of farmers, Vietnamese coffee is known for its smooth and rich flavour, not bitterness.

Condensed milk is a popular way to enjoy coffee in Vietnam, much like how people enjoy cappuccinos with milk in other parts of the world. However, that doesn’t make it Vietnamese coffee—what makes a coffee Vietnamese is the beans themselves, grown and processed in Vietnam.

It’s important to recognize that using beans from other countries and adding condensed milk doesn’t make it Vietnamese coffee, no matter how similar it may seem. True Vietnamese coffee comes from the hard work of Vietnamese farmers, and it deserves to be celebrated for its authenticity.

Nope, that's a misconception! At Ca Phin, we roast our beans 100% naturally, without any butter, flavours, or additives. We believe that each coffee type has its own unique flavour, and our goal is to bring you the freshest, cleanest taste possible—just like you’d experience with any speciality coffee beans.

Not at all! While Vietnam is the largest producer of Robusta in the world, the country also cultivates exceptional Arabica beans, particularly in high-altitude regions like Lam Dong and Son La. These areas are perfect for growing Arabica with fruity, complex flavour profiles.

At Ca Phin, we focus on showcasing speciality, single-origin, and highly graded Vietnamese Arabica. It's a fantastic addition to any coffee menu, standing proudly alongside Arabica beans from other countries.