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Roast, brew and taste your way through Vietnam’s coffee legacy in a 2½-hour hands-on workshop in Hồ Chí Minh City. Learn Phin technique, see a small-batch roast, and sample Lacàph blends paired with traditional sweets.
Roast, brew and taste your way through Vietnam’s coffee legacy in a 2½-hour hands-on workshop in Hồ Chí Minh City. Learn Phin technique, see a small-batch roast, and sample Lacàph blends paired with traditional sweets.
The room hums with low conversation and the warm crackle of beans; steam curls from a Phin and a guide lifts a wooden scoop so the aroma floods the space.
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Operated by Lacàph Coffee Experiences · Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh
The room hums with low conversation and the warm crackle of beans; steam curls from a Phin and a guide lifts a wooden scoop so the aroma floods the space.
This two-and-a-half-hour hands-on workshop in Hồ Chí Minh City walks you through Vietnam’s coffee story: French-introduced plantations, the rise of robusta in the Central Highlands, and how local roasters turn volcanic basalt soils from Đà Lạt and Buôn Ma Thuột into intense, syrupy cups. You’ll roast a small batch, brew two Lacàph blends and taste the classic Phin method alongside treats like Bánh Đậu Xanh and cocoa-coated cashews.
Beyond techniques, the session threads cultural context — Saigon’s coffee stalls, the labor of pickers, and the country’s modern specialty movement — using short film segments and stories from local Coffee Guides.
Expect demonstrations, sensory exercises, and guided tastings with time for questions. Groups cap at ~18; the workshop is moderately paced, sensory-heavy, and not recommended for pregnant guests or those with cardiovascular issues. Public transport and ride-hailing drop-offs are easy nearby.
Practical tips: arrive on a lightly caffeinated stomach, bring a reusable bottle and a phone for photos, and wear breathable clothes in warm weather. Book early—seats fill for afternoon and evening slots—and allow two to three hours in your schedule to fully enjoy roasting, brewing, and the cultural context supplied by the guides.
easy.
2–2.5 hours.
Light; you should be comfortable standing for short demos and moving between tasting stations.
The experience runs about 150 minutes (2½ hours), including roasting demo, two guided brews, tastings and a short in-house documentary segment.
Yes—participants taste two Lacàph blends, Phin coffee, and complementary snacks such as Bánh Đậu Xanh and cocoa-coated cashews.
Children may attend but content is geared toward adults; organisers note it's not recommended for pregnant guests and contains hot surfaces during demos.
Light personal bags are fine, but large luggage is discouraged due to limited space—use secure storage at your hotel if needed.
Vietnam’s coffee culture accelerated under French colonial rule; robusta plantations in the Central Highlands made the country a global leader in production and inspired local filter traditions like the Phin.
Support small-batch roasters who prioritize ethically sourced beans; avoid single-use plastics during tastings and opt for reusable cups when possible.
Lacàph Coffee Experiences operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The room hums with low conversation and the warm crackle of beans; steam curls from a Phin and a guide lifts a wooden scoop so the aroma floods the space.
The room hums with low conversation and the warm crackle of beans; steam curls from a Phin and a guide lifts a wooden scoop so the aroma floods the space.
This two-and-a-half-hour hands-on workshop in Hồ Chí Minh City walks you through Vietnam’s coffee story: French-introduced plantations, the rise of robusta in the Central Highlands, and how local roasters turn volcanic basalt soils from Đà Lạt and Buôn Ma Thuột into intense, syrupy cups. You’ll roast a small batch, brew two Lacàph blends and taste the classic Phin method alongside treats like Bánh Đậu Xanh and cocoa-coated cashews.
Beyond techniques, the session threads cultural context — Saigon’s coffee stalls, the labor of pickers, and the country’s modern specialty movement — using short film segments and stories from local Coffee Guides.
Expect demonstrations, sensory exercises, and guided tastings with time for questions. Groups cap at ~18; the workshop is moderately paced, sensory-heavy, and not recommended for pregnant guests or those with cardiovascular issues. Public transport and ride-hailing drop-offs are easy nearby.
Practical tips: arrive on a lightly caffeinated stomach, bring a reusable bottle and a phone for photos, and wear breathable clothes in warm weather. Book early—seats fill for afternoon and evening slots—and allow two to three hours in your schedule to fully enjoy roasting, brewing, and the cultural context supplied by the guides.