Not simply just cocktails, it is Vietnamese cocktails, with lemongrass, five spices, green rice, and the taste of novelty from the West and familiarity of the East culture.
Phở cocktail and Cốm cocktail
Cocktail culture's growth
Vietnam's cocktail market is constantly developing compared to 5 years ago when there were only a few bars and pubs scattered around in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, and cocktail culture was basically non-existent.
New bars and bartenders are springing up like mushrooms, using their own combination of ingredients to create a flavor bombs that are memorable to customers, and this is where the Vietnamese original cocktails come in. Sipping one of these for yourself while listening to the bartenders' stories is unlike anything that you've experienced before.
The Alchemist bar
Inspiration for bartenders to create new menu
"This menu book's plot is based on the ancient Roman period, when the "Alchemists" at this time operated in shadow - or "lowkey", there are not too many documents or articles about them at all, And us bartenders here will play the role of an "Alchemist" who continue to write those unfinished stories." - Nguyen Bao Loc, The Alchemist’s bartender.
Vietnam has a wide range of ingredients, and using local components will not alter the flavor or identity of a cocktail. Local ingredients will be used to suit all domestic consumers; these ingredients will be much more familiar than European ingredients; nevertheless, if you want to grow much farther, you must satisfy the locals. Only then would you be able to open your business to foreign buyers.
Viet-inspired cocktails
Founded in 2017 by Pham Tien Tiep, “Nê Cocktail Bar” is a high-end, charming and polished bar with a nostalgic atmosphere that wouldn't be found anywhere else. What makes the bar stand out is that they serve cocktails that have Vietnamese features with ingredients that are also "authentically Vietnamese" like "Phở cocktail, Cốm cocktail".
Their signature cocktail - Phở Cocktail has successfully debuted around the world. The cocktail entails familiar pho flavors like star anise, lemon, fresh coriander, cardamom and cinnamon with an irresistible aroma reminiscent of the famous national dish.
The collection of Vietnamese original
“In my opinion, in order to make a cocktail that evokes the culture of Vietnam, the important and special thing lies in the story behind it. Can the bartender convey the full meaning of that cocktail's message or not? My story is I just want to convey and introduce to the world my Vietnamese cocktail!” - Nê's owner Pham Tien Tiep.
Not only famous classic cocktails, cocktails imbued with Vietnamese spirit are being created more and more and starting with it is Pho cocktail or Song Cai Gin line made entirely with ingredients in Vietnam.
Customers' perspective.
The presence of the Viet flavors and unique spices give the and drinkshe country a remarkable impression on international customers.
“The cocktail is not just a cocktail, it then represents a culture, a deep and insightful culture. Bartenders do not sell cocktails, they sell cultural stories and through it also bring the culture of a country further, and even abroad.” - Tran Ha Chau.
When drinking, customers now tend to pay more attention to what the drink they are drinking is, what the ingredients are and the story behind it. Therefore, Viet-inspired cocktails are the perfect choice for you when you want to sit back and sink into the flavors and stories flow of Vietnam.
So what are you waiting for? Pack your luggage, grab your purse, then spend a night out under a dim light, enjoying a freshly made Vietnamese cocktail, to truly live in our rich cocktail culture.
The Alchemist - Cocktail Bar - “If drink is to satisfy the thirst, cocktail is to fulfill the desire of perfection” Located in 25 Bat Su, Hoan Kiem, Ha Noi. The Alchemist, founded in 28/07/2017, is no longer a new, strange name to whoever love cocktails. 5 years in the bar business, The Alchemist never stop surprising their customers by new events, renewed menu and talented, creative bartenders. |
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