Salt Coffee - A Novel Delicacy from Hue Province

If iced milk coffee dominates in Ho Chi Minh City and egg coffee is the pride of Hanoi, travelers to Hue cannot miss out on salt coffee.

Salt Coffee - A Novel Delicacy from Hue Province

For coffee aficionados, salt coffee presents a refreshing twist. This beverage was invented by a couple from Thua Thien – Hue province in 2010. Over 10 years later, its flavor remains as authentic as ever.

The coffee is brewed in a filter, dripping drop by drop into a blend of condensed milk and fresh milk below. When served, customers add ice and salt, then stir thoroughly. The resulting cup of coffee is a harmonious blend, with a light brown color that tantalizes the taste buds, nose, and eyes.

The first sip reveals the creamy richness of the milk, the savory hint of salt, and the subtle bitterness of the coffee. A delicious cup of salt coffee strikes the perfect balance of coffee and salt, ensuring a symphony of flavors. The best way to enjoy salt coffee is to sip it slowly, embodying the unhurried, relaxed nature of the people of Hue.

Salt Coffee - A Must-Try in Hue, Equivalent to Bun Bo Hue and Banh Bot Loc

According to research, the creative couple behind this coffee haven't shared the recipe to preserve Hue's culinary identity. It's not just the addictive flavor, but also the serene, romantic atmosphere that makes a cup of coffee special in Hue.

Currently, it seems like all coffee shops in Hue sell salt coffee, in addition to the original two establishments on Nguyen Luong Bang and Dang Thai Than streets.

Travelers can explore additional spots on Truong Dinh, Dien Bien Phu, Nguyen Hue, Le Huan, Pham Ngu Lao. A cup of salt coffee ranges from 15,000 to 25,000 VND.

Salt coffee is now available everywhere, from Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hai Phong, to Da Nang... Each location offers a unique taste profile, combining sweetness, saltiness, and bitterness, defining this beverage's distinctiveness.

You can try salt coffee at some popular spots in Ho Chi Minh City like Coffee Hut, Allure Coffee, LiHu Garden - Bakery, Coffee & Workshop.

By Monster

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Reference: Travel Guide from Mytour