Vietnamese Phin Filter
5 min prep time

FUN FACTS ABOUT ME:

  • I am a popular coffee brewing tool, imagine if a V60 Pour Over and a Plunger had a baby!
  • Eco-friendly with no waste required from paper filters
  • Great for travel, light and easy to use 
  • Medium-fine grind 

Recommended coffee: Buffalo, get it here

The Robusta beans in this signature blend are indicative of Vietnamese coffee culture.

Grind size: Medium-fine grind 

    There's no set rule as how to brew your coffee. Try our recommended guide below, or freestyle on the water / coffee ratio until you find your personal preference 

    What you'll need
    • Single serve recipe below:
    • 1:5 Coffee to Water (eg: 15gr or 1 Tbsp coffee to 100ml water)
    • 2 Tbsp of Robusta coffee
    • Vietnamese Iced Coffee recipe:
    • 2Tbsp Condensed Milk
    • Ice cubes
    1

    Step 1

    Heat your water to around (90℃) - just below boiling

    2

    Step 2

    Set up your filter plate on a mug and place the chamber on top of the filter plate

    3

    Step 3

    Add 2 Tbsp of medium-fine ground coffee into the brewing chamber, lightly shake the chamber

    4

    Step 4

    Place the filter insert on top of the coffee grounds (no pressing needed)

    5

    Step 5

    Add about 20ml of hot water on top of the filter, let it "bloom" for 30 seconds

    6

    Step 6

    Slowly fill the chamber with hot water, leaving room for the lid. Pop the lid on and LET IT SLOWLY DRIP! (4-5 mins)

    7

    Step 7

    For Vietnamese Iced Coffee recipe: Adding 2 Tbsp condensed milk (single serve), stir well. Fill your glass with ice cubes. Have a sweet tooth? Double the condensed milk. Enjoy!

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    Café Blend
    HONEYMOON (BLEND)

    May Coffee Crew

    Our signature robusta and arabica blend, a match made in heaven! Honeymoon is recommended as a great starting point for those looking to introduce themselves to Vietnamese coffee with something a little familiar but also a little different.   This exquisite blend brings together the powerful essence of robusta balanced against the smoothness of arabica. It's a marriage of flavours that will sweep you off your feet and keep you coming back for more.   Experience the best of both worlds with Honeymoon, a blend that captures the essence of Vietnam's diverse coffee culture with a modern twist.   Want to go deeper? If you love the robusta side of Honeymoon, our Buffalo (Robusta) is the pure expression, bolder and stronger. For something lighter and more mellow, try Sunshine (Arabica). Or try all three with The Triplet Sampler. Brew it the Vietnamese way with our Phin Filter for the full experience.
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    The Triplet Sampler

    May Coffee Crew

    Why not try them all? There's something for every taste and feeling! You will receive one bag of each type in the selected size.   Buffalo (Robusta) - Traditional Vietnamese Coffee - our strongest coffee that's bold and powerful yet smooth, with an intense caffeine kick.   Honeymoon (Blend) - Fusion East Meets West - our signature robusta and arabica blend, recommended as a great starting point for those looking to introduce themselves to Vietnamese coffee, perfectly balanced.   Sunshine (Arabica) - Your Daily Grind - our lightest coffee, super smooth and mellow to ease you into it.   Brew them the authentic way. Add a Vietnamese Phin Filter to your order and experience all three the traditional Vietnamese way. Buying as a gift? Check out our Heritage Gift Box, beautifully packaged and ready to give.
    Award-Winning Iced Coffee
    Classic Traditional flavour, modern twist: half the sugar of the original Vietnamese coffee recipe, crafted from pure premium Robusta beans. Smooth and bold yet sweet and rich, Vietnamese Robusta blended condensed milk. A strong caffeine hit to keep you pumped throughout the day.Powered by premium Vietnamese Robusta beans, this is a triple shot that's smooth, rich, and crafted to fuel your hustle.Why settle for three when one does it all? Save money, boost your energy, and crush your day with natural, clean caffeine.New to Vietnamese iced coffee? Read our guide on what ca phe sua da is and how to make it at home, or browse our full Vietnamese Iced Coffee collection. Want to brew your own from scratch? Grab a Vietnamese Phin Filter and a bag of Buffalo Robusta and make it fresh.
    LIGHT & MELLOW
    SUNSHINE (ARABICA)

    May Coffee Crew

    Sunshine stands out with its exceptional smoothness and low levels of acidity, like a ray of sunshine in your cup, radiating with light and sweet nuances to elevate your coffee rituals to a whole new level.   A single-origin 100% Arabica, Sunshine is produced by the International Women's Coffee Alliance (IWCA) cooperative in the northwestern region of Son La, Vietnam. This group's mission is to amplify women's participation and representation in the coffee sector, improving the quality of life in coffee-producing communities.   Sunshine stands as a shining example of the unique opportunities and support provided to women in the coffee industry.   New to Vietnamese coffee? Sunshine is a gentle introduction, smooth and approachable. If you're ready to go bolder, our Honeymoon Blend meets you in the middle with a robusta-arabica mix. Want to explore all three? The Triplet Sampler is the perfect way to find your favourite. Brew it beautifully with our traditional Vietnamese Phin Filter.

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