Peppermint foam cold brew
Our take on a classic Christmas flavor is combining peppermint with Omni’s Black Cold Brew. If you have been wondering what’s another way of enjoying the black cold brew, look no further!
The peppermint foam is rich and creamy combined with our smooth and bright, black cold brew creates the perfect combination.
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Optional: Sprinkles and Candy Cane to garnish
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If you have a sweet tooth, we recommend adding 4-5 tbsp of maple syrup to the peppermint syrup.
Snickerdoodle latte
In no way, did we state these would be basic drinks but these ingredients are probably already in your kitchen with basic spices and other staple ingredients. No grocery run for this drink!
The nutmeg and cinnamon give this drink so much warmth and depth. It’s not overwhelmingly sweet and was relatively quick to make.
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Looking back, because our coffee beans are grown near volcanic soil and next to a cacao plantation, we should have used our Highland Premium Arabica Vietnamese Roasted Coffee with this Snickerdoodle Latte. Our Arabica beans have notes of vanilla and caramel which would have made this drink a little sweeter, but don’t take our word for it; use your favorite Omni coffee beans and try it out!
]]>For generations, lavender has been used as a natural way to reduce stress and anxiety and to promote healthy sleep patterns. More recently, lavender has found its way into the world of coffee, being a popular add-on to lattes for its delicious, floral taste and for helping to counteract any coffee jitters that drinkers may experience when having too much caffeine.
A long-standing tradition in Vietnamese coffee culture, sweetened condensed milk is the perfect complement to darker roasts and blends, like those using Robusta coffee beans. Sweetened condensed milk is a necessity in iconic recipes like Cà Phê Sữa Đá and Cà Phê Trứng, but can also be used in any of your favorite lattes, providing a creamy, sweet flavor.
There is an increasing number of cafes offering combinations of coffee with a variety of citrus fruits. Due to its bright flavor and natural acidity, citrus fruits like lemon, lime, and orange can all enhance and brighten the flavor of your favorite coffee beans, while adding a boost of vitamins and antioxidants. Try adding citrus to your daily coffee routine with a shot of espresso over a glass of orange juice or a coffee soda made with lemon or lime sparkling water.
A relatively new add-on to coffee, coconut oil is a delicious addition to your favorite coffee that can provide some health benefits. Aside from adding creaminess to your morning hot or iced coffee, coconut oil has been linked to boosting your immune system, providing healthy, essential fats, and helping to maintain cognitive functions.
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]]>However, the two beverages have a number of differences which make them unique in and of themselves. Coffee is naturally a bean, while matcha is a tea leaf, but the differences don’t just stop there.
While we all know coffee is a highly-caffeinated bean coming in one of two varieties, Arabica and Robusta, matcha differs greatly. Matcha is made using green tea leaves from the Camellia sinensis plant. This provides matcha with a strong botanical flavor, rather than the acidic, nuttier flavor commonly found in coffee.
Like coffee, matcha comes in two varieties: ceremonial grade and culinary grade. However, unlike coffee, the distinction between the two varieties lies primarily in how the tea leaves are processed rather than the origin or variety of the tea leaves themselves. Ceremonial grade matcha, which is considered to be the best quality matcha available, is made using a granite stone hand grinder and is used in traditional tea ceremonies, while culinary grade matcha is generally ground using a machine grinder and is used as an ingredient in cooking.
What makes matcha different from other types of tea is mainly the fact that matcha comes in the form of a powder rather than as tea leaves in a tea bag. Likewise, matcha offers more antioxidants than regular tea, and has significantly more caffeine than does green tea.
That all said, coffee and matcha both provide a means of getting an energy boost, as both are highly caffeinated and delicious in their own ways. If you’re looking to taste the best of both worlds, Omni Bev’s Coconut Matcha Plant-Based Cold Brew Coffee has got you covered. The highly-caffeinated, ready-to-drink cold brew combines smooth coconut milk, premium Ceremonial Grade Japanese matcha, and delicious cold brew coffee to make the perfect pick-me-up for any occasion at home or on-the-go.
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]]>Coffee can typically be ground to one of seven grind-levels: extra coarse, which have grounds that look like peppercorns, coarse, which has grounds the size of kosher salt, medium coarse, which has a less chunky, less rough feel, medium, which is the most common type of grind, medium fine, which has a smaller size than table salt, fine, which looks like refined sugar, and extra fine, which has the consistency of powdered sugar.
Each grind level is optimized for a different type of brewing process. This is because each process has a different contact time, extraction rate, and flow rate while brewing, all of which interact best with certain coffee grinds. Most at-home coffee grinders allow you to achieve the right grind for your purposes.
For easy home-brewing with a Phin filter or French Press, Omni Bev offers all of its beans whole or ground to a standard medium grind. This allows you to brew your favorite Vietnamese coffee using Auto Drip, French press, and pour-over brewing methods.
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]]>For many, August is the perfect month for camping, heading to the beach, or simply being outside in nature. Taking your favorite coffee beverages, like a delicious cold brew or non-dairy latte, with you wherever you go is a great way to keep up your energy while you're outdoors. Try taking your coffee on your next adventure with Omni Bev’s Portable French Press, a versatile brewer that lets you take your favorite drinks on-the-go, keeping them hot or cold for up to 6 hours.
We’ve all visited the big chain coffee shops, but when was the last time you tried out a local cafe? Many local coffee shops around the world provide some of the most unique offerings in coffee making, with everything from non-dairy coffee shakes to beautiful latte art. Take some time this month to check out your local cafe to see the unique drinks they have on their menu.
Coffee is much more than just a caffeinated drink you have to start your day—it’s a very unique plant which goes through a heavily involved process from harvest to brew. Spend some time reading your favorite coffee blogs to learn more about all that goes into coffee production, including sourcing the beans, the roasting process, and distribution channels.
It’s easy to get into the habit of picking one brewing method and sticking to it for months on end. But did you know that there are unique brewing methods from around the world which offer new ways to experience your favorite beans? Try out a new brewing method this month, like Omni Bev’s Phin Filter, to experience your favorite beans like never before.
A part of appreciating all things coffee is giving back to the coffee community. Organizations around the world work tirelessly to support sustainable coffee cultivation and provide support and empowerment to those who work in all aspects of the industry. Consider donating to one such organization, like the International Women’s Coffee Alliance, an organization Omni Bev partners with “to empower women in the international coffee community to achieve meaningful and sustainable lives, and to encourage and recognize the participation of women in all aspects of the coffee industry.”
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]]>Even though this type of coffee is popular, not everyone knows what exactly they are drinking when they open a bottle or grab a glass of the highly caffeinated drink. So what exactly is cold brew?
Cold brew coffee refers to any type of coffee that has been brewed by steeping ground coffee beans in room temperature or colder water for anywhere from six to 12 hours. This relatively simple process can be done using any number of containers, including an immersion brewing system like Omni Bev’s Portable French Press.
A common misconception of cold brew is that it is the same thing as iced coffee. While both types of drinks are cold by nature, unlike iced coffee, cold brew does not require the use of ice cubes to make the drink cold. This preserves the flavors and depth of the coffee, as the drink is not being diluted by ice cubes melting over time.
Likewise, unlike iced coffee, which is typically made using hot brewing methods, cold brew never comes into contact with heat throughout its brewing process. Instead of using heat, cold brew’s use of time yields the same results for drawing out the coffee grounds’ natural oils, sugars, and caffeines.
Due to the brewing process, cold brew typically has more caffeine than its regular counterparts. However, the amount of caffeine in your cold brew depends on the type of coffee used and the length of time you cold brew your grounds.
To get started with making your own cold brew coffee, consider using an immersion brewer like Omni Bev’s Portable French Press, and high quality beans like Omni Bev’s premium coffee beans, which are all sourced from small family farms in the highlands of Da Lat, Vietnam.
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]]>Coffee blogs of all sorts are constantly pushing the envelope on innovation within the coffee industry, providing valuable knowledge, recipes, and recommendations to try on your own. Here is our guide to our favorite coffee blogs.
One of the most popular blogs in the coffee industry, the Sprudge is a center for journalism and conversation on the global coffee culture. The blog provides interviews with industry professionals and deep-dives into niche coffee subjects, while facilitating industry conversations centered around diversity and sustainability. This blog is great if you are looking for coffee information written in a traditional journalistic style.
Visit: www.sprudge.com
Created by Roast Magazine, Daily Coffee News is a blog providing breaking news, feature stories, and a number of columns written by industry experts. The blog has covered a wide range of topics since its founding in 2012, including innovations in coffee storage, discussions on sustainability measures in the industry, and spotlights on smaller coffee farms, among other topics. This blog is curated towards folks who are a part of the coffee industry, although the website is welcoming and informative to all.
Visit: www.dailycoffeenews.com
Founded by Specialty Coffee Association trainer Michael Butterworth and avid home-brewer Darren Jennings, The Coffee Compass exists to help demystify the expansive world of coffee. The blog offers readers a number of unique ways to learn about coffee, including highlighting small cafes around the world, interviewing innovators in the coffee industry, offering product reviews for brands of all shapes and sizes, and much more. This blog is perfect if you are looking to keep up with the latest news and trends for all things coffee.
Visit: www.thecoffeecompass.com
Centered around educational resources for both consumers and industry professionals available in three languages, the Perfect Daily Grind is a blog providing curated editorial content for folks at all levels of interest in coffee. The blog answers a number of questions in regard to home-brewing, sustainability, and coffee roasting, as well as offering how-to guides for making your favorite drinks at home. This blog is a must if you are looking for an informational coffee hub.
Visit: www.perfectdailygrind.com
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]]>At Omni Bev, we believe that coffee culture is something dynamic and constantly changing for the better. Our Portable French Press, for instance, was created in this spirit of innovating the way we drink coffee for generations to come.
As we look towards the future of coffee innovation, it's important to reflect on the changes and innovations which have created the coffee culture we know and love today. Here is our guide to our favorite coffee innovations from over the years.
While cold brew coffee has taken the world by storm over the past decade, the caffeine-rich coffee has actually been around since the 1600s when Dutch traders reached Japan and learned of a traditional cold brewing method for tea. Cold brew today has become popular with Millennials and members of Gen Z due to its relatively easy brewing process and portability.
Pour over coffee brewing is now a staple in cafes and home kitchens around the world. The innovative method, which was created in 1908, is an efficient way to brew consistent batches of coffee while preserving the natural flavors of the beans. Today, the pour-over method has been employed in a variety of other coffee makers, including the phin in Vietnam and the nel drip in Japan.
Over the past decade, ready-to-drink coffee beverages have exploded in popularity. For many, these portable drinks make it easier than ever to have quality coffee on-the-go no matter where your journey takes you. Likewise, ready-to-drink coffees like Omni Bev’s line of bottled beverages allow you to taste traditional coffee in an accessible medium.
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]]>By far the most popular alternative milk in recent years, oat milk is a creamy alternative to traditional dairy which is made by blending and straining oats with water. Because the alternative is made with a grain, oat milk is also nutrient dense—offering fiber, protein, B vitamins, iron, calcium, and magnesium. Likewise, oat milk has a certain level of creaminess comparable to regular milk, making the alternative perfect for use in lattes.
A standard in the non-dairy coffee world, almond milk has been a staple in cafes around the world as a common option for non-dairy drinkers. Many almond milks are commonly fortified with essential vitamins and nutrients, making the dairy alternative a nutritious option for folks looking for a healthy addition to their morning coffee. Almond milk pairs great with most coffee and tea recipes.
A newcomer to the non-dairy scene, hemp milk is made using whole hemp seeds, yielding a dairy alternative rich in protein, healthy fats, and minerals. Compared with traditional milk, hemp milk is also lower in calories and carbohydrates. Hemp milk pairs well with your favorite hot coffee beverages as a nutritious dairy alternative.
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]]>In the past coffee beans bought online have almost exclusively been offered whole. However, more recently companies have begun allowing coffee drinkers the option to have their beans ground ahead of time. Omni Bev, for instance, offers all of their Highland Vietnamese Coffee Beans ground or whole.
Ground coffee beans generally have a bad reputation in the coffee community. That said, ground coffee beans are a great option if you know that you will be brewing a lot of coffee on a single occasion. Grinding coffee yourself generally takes time if you do not have a quality bean grinder, so if you are planning to host a morning brunch or afternoon coffee tasting with friends, opting for ground coffee beans will save you time so you can focus your efforts on brewing the coffee.
Moreover, pre-ground coffee can allow you to find the perfect grind ahead of time for how you plan to brew your coffee. All of Omni Bev’s ground coffee comes as a standard medium grind, which is perfect for auto drip, French press, and pour-over methods.
Whole bean coffee, on the other hand, is the perfect choice if you are planning to store your beans for a longer period of time. When coffee beans are ground, they are exposed immediately to air, moisture, heat, and light—four elements which increase the oxidation process and cause the beans to lose their natural flavor. Buying your coffee beans whole allows you to store them in tightly sealed, opaque containers, grinding only the amount you need at a given time. This allows you to maximize the flavor in every cup of your freshly brewed coffee.
It is important to note that the quality of the coffee matters just as much as the type of grind, or lack-thereof, that you choose to buy. Omni Bev’s Highland Vietnamese Coffee Beans are grown sustainably in micro-lots in Da Lat, Vietnam, and roasted in small batches to preserve the aromatics and natural acidity of the beans.
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]]>Omni Bev proudly uses fair-trade coffee beans sourced directly from sustainable farms in Da Lat, Vietnam. At Omni Bev, we want to share the beauty of Vietnamese coffee culture with the rest of the world. None of this would be possible without the care and dedication of our farmers.
Our founder, Tammy Huynh, resonates deeply with the farmers of Vietnam. 70 percent of coffee farmers in Vietnam are female, most of whom are single moms who have faced hardships throughout their lives. These women have struggled during the war where many lost their spouses in the middle of their pregnancies, and many were sexually abused.
Tammy is also a single mom who knows the hardship of raising children without the support of a spouse. She has embraced the power and responsibility that comes along with being a single mom, and wants to empower these women to be able to do the same.
At Omni Bev, we make it a priority to support these women through providing education, on-going donations, and giving back in every possible way we can. Throughout our partnership with the IWCA, a portion of every sale of our Good Morning Saigon Vietnamese Cold Brew goes directly to support the education and livelihoods of these coffee farmers. Likewise, a portion of every sale of Omni’s Signature Blend Vietnamese Roasted Coffee goes to planting coffee trees in Vietnam.
Our goal is for our contribution to the fight for the equitable participation of women in the coffee industry is to create a domino effect. When we help educate and empower these women, we hope to see that this knowledge and empowerment be passed on to the next person, and then onto the next. Omni Bev wants to increase the awareness of women’s contributions, as well as strengthen women to realize their full potential. Being a partner of the IWCA Vietnam helps make this dream a reality.
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]]>Like any type of coffee, the flavor of Vietnamese coffee is primarily determined by the variety of coffee beans used. Both Arabica and Robusta beans — which each have their own unique flavor profiles, levels of caffeination, and levels of acidity — are grown throughout Vietnam. While both varieties can be used to make traditional Vietnamese coffee recipes, each bean has its own unique strengths in regard to flavor.
Robusta coffee has maintained dominance over the Vietnamese coffee industry ever since French colonizers introduced the variety in the 19th century. Noted for having a higher level of acidity than Arabica beans, Vietnamese Robusta coffee is a medium-dark roast with notes of dark chocolate, hazelnut, and caramel. Robusta coffee does have a natural sweetness to it, but it's stronger acidity is what makes the variety perfect for pairing with sweetened condensed milk in Cà Phê Sữa Đá. To taste the smooth and bold profile that put Vietnamese Robusta coffee on the map, try Omni Bev’s Highland Premium Robusta Roasted Coffee.
While their Robusta counterpart has historically been the dominant coffee variety grown in Vietnam, Arabica coffee beans have gained popularity in recent years, in part due to the micro-climates present throughout the country optimal for the beans’ growth. Vietnamese Arabica coffee is a medium full-bodied roast with rich and lively notes of chocolate, vanilla, and caramel. Lower in acidity, Vietnamese Arabica is also known for its smoothness, making the bean variety perfect for coffee amateurs and fanatics alike. To try out the rich and lively profile of Vietnamese Arabica coffee for yourself, check out Omni Bev’s Highland Premium Arabica Roasted Coffee.
Vietnamese Arabica and Robusta beans, however, do not need to be enjoyed exclusively on their own. Omni Bev’s Signature Blend Vietnamese Roasted Coffee perfectly balances Vietnamese Arabica and Robusta beans to create a coffee blend with a low acidity level and a round, mellow flavor rooted in notes of chocolate, hazelnut, and caramel. The combination of the two bean varieties makes this blend perfect to enjoy on its own hot or iced, or in your favorite coffee recipe.
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]]>Many people often regard all Vietnamese coffee as strong given that 97 percent of the country’s coffee production is reserved for Robusta beans. However, this general characterization does not take into account the factors which affect Robusta beans’ flavor from growth to brew, nor that Vietnam has a growing Arabica coffee beans industry.
First and foremost, what determines the strength of Vietnamese coffee is the variety of beans used, and where those beans are grown. Robusta coffee beans generally are stronger in flavor and acidity than their Arabica counterparts. This is for a variety of reasons. Robusta coffee beans generally have 83 percent more caffeine than do Arabica beans. Likewise, Robusta coffee beans are known for having a smooth, bold profile with notes of dark chocolate, hazelnut, and caramel, in comparison to Arabica coffee which have rich and lively notes of chocolate, vanilla, and caramel. These differing flavor profiles lend to folks perceiving the strengths of each variety based on their own personal palates.
Beyond the variety of coffee beans used, the strength of Vietnamese coffee is also determined by where the beans are grown and the brewing method used. The rich, volcanic soils of Da Lat, Vietnam where Omni Bev’s coffee beans are grown, for instance, yield different strength levels and flavor profiles than do the soils of other micro-climates in different regions of Vietnam.
Likewise, the brewing method used to make a cup of coffee plays a huge role in the strength of Vietnamese coffee. The Phin filter, which is a traditional Vietnamese brewing method, yields a stronger cup of coffee than does a Western coffee maker, as the slow drip method helps to reduce caffeine loss and maximize the innate flavor of the coffee beans used.
In essence, while Vietnamese coffee is traditionally stronger than coffee grown in other parts of the world, the bean variety used, location of where the coffee beans were grown, and the brewing method all play a role in how strong your cup of Vietnamese coffee will be.
To taste the strength of Vietnamese coffee for yourself, try Omni Bev’s Highland Vietnamese Coffee Beans Trio. This set features a bag of each of Omni Bev’s three coffee blends: Arabica, Robusta, and Omni’s Signature Blend. All grown in the highlands of Da Lat, Vietnam and roasted in small batches, the trio is the perfect way to try out different varieties of Vietnamese coffee to find the perfect blend for yourself.
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]]>Outside of Vietnam, many communities around the world have thriving coffee cultures and traditions which span generations. Within these communities lie unique brewing tools like the Phin in Vietnam. Here is our list of some of the best brewing tools from around the world.
A traditional Ethiopian Jebena Buna. CC0.
The Jebena Buna is a brewing tool used in traditional Ethiopian coffee ceremonies. The clay pot brewer comes in variations — one with and one without a spout on the side. Brewing coffee with a Jebena Buna in a coffee ceremony generally takes a long time. The method first starts with green coffee beans being roasted on a pan, then ground with a mortar and pestle. These coffee grounds are then placed into the Jebena Buna with water, which is placed directly onto a bed of burning coals. Once steam starts to come out of the brewer, the coffee is ready to serve.
A barista using a nel drip cloth. Dennis Tang // CC BY-SA 2.0.
In Japan, the Nel Drip is a pour-over method that has been used in cafes around the country since as early as the late-1800s. Similar to other cloth-and-handle coffee makers, which make use of coffee grounds being brewed through a porous cloth, the Nel Drip uses a small fabric cloth that is attached to a handle. A good amount of coffee grounds are placed into the cloth, which is topped off with a small amount of cool water. The Nel Drip takes about five to seven minutes to brew, and results in a smooth, velvety, and thick cup of coffee
A person pouring coffee from a cezve/ibrik. Rose PT // CC BY 2.0.
While the Cezve/Ibrik does not have one single country of origin — the brewing tool is used in countries throughout the Eastern Mediterranean — the pot is famous for the Cezve/Ibrik Championship, an annual event celebrating this unique brewing tradition. Like the Jebena Buna, the Cezve/Ibrik is an immersion brewing method. Finely ground coffee and water are placed into the Cezve/Ibrik, which is then heated over a flame or hot sand. The resulting brew is a uniquely syrupy and strong cup of coffee.
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]]>While boba is traditionally served with tea, the sweet pearls make a delicious addition to a variety of beverages, notably coffee. That’s why Omni Bev is proud to collaborate with Kassava Co. to create the company’s first-ever Vietnamese Coffee Boba Kit.
Inspired by the the timeless Cà Phê Sữa Đá — Vietnamese Iced Coffee — this collaboration combines the delicious, medium-dark roast flavors of Omni Bev’s Signature Blend with sweetened condensed milk and Kassava Co.’s premium boba pearls.
What’s most unique about this collaboration is that each kit includes Omni Bev’s Vietnamese Phin Filter Coffee Maker. This reimagined version of the classic Vietnamese phin filter allows you to brew your coffee the traditional way, before adding in your boba pearls.
The collaboration between Omni Bev and Kassava Co. is available in two different packages, both providing everything you need to make a delicious cup of Vietnamese Coffee Boba. The Vietnamese Coffee Boba Kit includes one 8.8 oz. bag of Omni Bev’s Signature Blend coffee, a Phin filter, an 8.7 oz. bag of Kassava Co.’s premium boba, six packets of single-serving sweetened condensed milk, a stirring spoon, two metal straws, and a straw cleaner. The Vietnamese Coffee Boba Party Pack includes everything in the standard kit, as well as the Sabotage Boba Card Game, a fast-paced tabletop card game where each player can live their dream to be their own boba shop owner.
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]]>However, regardless of which brewing method you use, you will always be left with coffee grounds. While most folks are quick to discard the grounds after brewing their morning cup of coffee, there are a wide variety of uses for the grounds that are as versatile as the beans themselves. Here is our guide to five ways to reuse coffee grounds.
One of the most common ways to reuse coffee grounds is to use them as garden fertilizer. In general, most home garden soil is lacking in the nutrients necessary to promote healthy plant growth. Fertilizer in general serves as a way to give budding plants the nutrients they need to prosper, and coffee grounds specifically are full of these nutrients, including potassium, iron, nitrogen, phosphorus, nitrogen, and magnesium.
To use your coffee grounds as fertilizer, you can simply sprinkle the grounds on the soil around the plants, or mix ½ a cup of the grounds with a cup of warm water in a spray bottle to make a fertilizing mist for indoor gardening.
In recent years, coffee facial scrubs have become all the rage, with an endless line of brands promoting the benefits of coffee exfoliants and masks. What do all of these products have in common? They’re all made with coffee grounds! The coarseness of coffee grounds is great for removing dead skin cells and dirt, without being too harsh to cause deep scratching.
To use coffee grounds as a facial and body exfoliant, mix them with a little bit of water, coconut oil, or your favorite natural lotion or moisturizer, and scrub directly onto your face and body. Rinse with warm water once complete.
Coffee grounds are a great tool to promote hair growth and a healthy scalp. Hair and the scalp are naturally much more acidic than water and traditional hair care products. Given the acidity of coffee grounds themselves, using coffee in hair can help to rebalance your scalp’s natural acidity levels. Likewise, the coarseness of coffee grounds can help to remove the buildup of dead skin cells, and the caffeine in the grounds can help increase blood flow to the scalp, promoting hair growth.
To use coffee grounds on your head, scrub them directly onto your scalp and in your hair before using shampoo. Massage your scalp for several minutes, then wash and rinse your hair with your favorite hair care products.
Given the porous nature of coffee, coffee grounds absorb the odors around them, making them a great natural deodorizer. Like baking soda, which has similar deodorizing properties, coffee grounds are used to eliminate odors in the refrigerator, in trash receptacles, and in shoes, as well as to remove the odor of onions and garlic from your hands after cooking.
To use coffee grounds as a deodorizer in your trash or refrigerator, simply fill a cheese cloth with your coffee grounds (make sure you’ve allowed them to dry sufficiently) and place the cloth into your trash or at the back of your refrigerator. To use them in your shoes, sprinkle the coffee grounds into your shoes and leave overnight. For your hands, wet your hands and scrub them with a small amount of the grounds, then rinse with cold water.
Coffee grounds make a great addition to your pantry, both as an ingredient in desserts or as a meat tenderizer. Recipes like coffee cake, chocolate chip cookies, and brownies can all be enhanced with the addition of coffee grounds, which complement the natural sweetness of the baked goods. Likewise, when added to a dry-rub mix, the natural acidity of the grounds can help to tenderize your favorite meats and enhance their flavor.
While there are a countless number of recipes online for how to use coffee grounds in cooking, some favorites include this recipe for brownies or by adding a ¼ cup to your favorite dry-rub or marinade.
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]]>In other parts of the world, communities have developed their own distinctive takes on the simple caffeinated beverage, making use of local ingredients, long-standing traditions, and shared value of community. Below are three coffee drinks from around the world that you can make at home.
When making any coffee recipe, it's important to ensure that your beans are the highest quality possible. Omni Bev’s Vietnamese Coffee Beans Trio gives you a sampling of their freshly roasted coffee beans sourced from the highlands of Da Lat, Vietnam, all perfect to brew a new recipe. The trio features a bag each of Omni’s Signature Blend Vietnamese Roasted Coffee, Highland Premium Arabica Vietnamese Roasted Coffee, and Highland Robusta Vietnamese Coffee beans.
Two glasses of affogato. jng104, CC BY 2.0.
While common now in cafes around the United States, affogato originated in Italy as a deliciously simple dessert. The coffee sundae balances the bold, nutty flavors of the espresso with the sweet, creaminess of the gelato to make a refreshing dessert best enjoyed on a hot summer’s night.
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A hot mug of yuanyang next to a glass of water. CC0 Public Domain.
One of the most popular drinks in Hong Kong, yuanyang is a delightful, caffeinated beverage which combines the city’s famed milk tea with the bold flavors of fresh coffee. Commonly sold by street vendors, yuanyang has taken on a number of variations, including those that are blended with ice or feature different milks. That said, this variation is the classic, and is best served hot or over ice.
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A small mug of cafézinho. Simplus Menegati, CC BY-SA 4.0
In Brazil, the term “cafézinho” technically refers to coffee, but is more often synonymous with hospitality. The sweet coffee beverage, which is thicker than a traditional espresso, is commonly shared with folks at home and in the workplace as a conversation starter. Naturally sweet and creamy, cafézinho is a highly caffeinated coffee best enjoyed with friends and family.
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]]>Put simply, a coffee bloom is the rapid release of gas trapped in coffee beans when the coffee grounds come in contact with hot water. This gas is carbon dioxide which has been trapped in the coffee beans during the roasting process. Once coffee beans are finished roasting, however, they slowly begin to release the carbon dioxide naturally over time in a process known as “degassing.” When hot water comes in contact with the beans, this process of “degassing” is sped up, resulting in the coffee bloom.
When left un-brewed, coffee beans typically take a few weeks to completely lose all of their carbon dioxide. This means that the freshest coffee beans will have the most dramatic coffee bloom, and conversely, the oldest coffee beans will have little to no bloom at all. This means that the coffee bloom itself can be a sign to know whether or not your coffee beans are fresh or stale, and whether or not your brewed coffee will be at its most optimal flavor.
There are a few other factors which can affect a coffee bloom. These include temperature and humidity — higher storing temperatures and higher humidities can speed up the degassing process — as well as the roast level of the bean, the bean’s origin, and the hardness of the bean. In general, however, using coffee beans that have been freshly roasted will always yield a strong coffee bloom, and subsequently a fresh tasting cup of coffee.
Using hot water brewing methods, like those with Omni Bev’s Phin Filter and Portable French Press, will always yield a coffee bloom when the beans used are fresh. All of Omni Bev’s coffee beans — Arabica, Robusta, and Omni’s Signature Blend — maintain high levels of freshness, as they are all sourced from family farms in Da Lat, Vietnam, and roasted in California. Using Omni Bev’s beans will yield a perfect bloom and delicious cup of authentic Vietnamese coffee every time.
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]]>While the term “freshness” in general refers to how recent a food or beverage was made, there’s a little more complexity involved with coffee beans. For coffee, “freshness” is more commonly associated with whether or not the beans have been exposed to the four elements which cause the quality of the beans to deteriorate: air, moisture, heat, and light.
As such, the number one way to store fresh coffee beans is to store them in an opaque, airtight container. This can often be achieved using the bag that the beans already come in. All of Omni Bev’s coffee beans, for instance, come in airtight, resealable bags, allowing you to take the amount of beans you need for your morning brew and save the rest without losing any freshness.
However, for coffee bean bags that are a bit more flimsy, made with paper, or cannot be easily resealed, opting for an opaque container with an airtight lid is always the best option. This will ensure that the beans are not exposed to the deterioration-causing elements for too long at a time.
One common misconception about storing fresh coffee beans is that you can do so in the freezer. This advice is generally given when the beans have been unopened, and therefore have not been exposed to any of the elements. That said, even in this case, you would still have to allow the beans to thaw to room temperature before brewing.
That said, once the bag has been opened and the beans have been exposed to oxygen and moisture, the ability to freeze the beans without losing any of their freshness is lost. This is due in part to the fact that coffee beans are porous in nature — if there is anything else in your freezer that has strong aromatics, like frozen meats, garlic, and onions, the beans will likely absorb that flavor. Likewise, the risk of freezer burn increases if the beans have been exposed to moisture specifically.
The most important thing with the freshness of coffee beans, however, is the quality of the beans themselves. Freshly harvested and recently roasted beans, like the Arabica and Robusta beans Omni Bev sources from the highlands of Da Lat, Vietnam, are high in quality because they have been processed with care, ensuring that little to no flavor is lost. By storing high quality beans in an airtight, opaque container, you can ensure that your morning brew will be as fresh as ever time and time again.
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Coffee has been a staple in Vietnam ever since it was introduced to the country by the French in 1857 to accommodate French colonialist's palates. By the end of the 19th century, the French had built a very successful coffee agricultural industry in the country. However, fresh cow's milk, a staple in French coffee culture, was yet to be imported. Given Vietnam's inaccessibility to fresh cow's milk at the time, sweetened condensed milk was used as a substitute.
However, despite the prevalence of coffee agriculture in Vietnam it wasn't until the early 1900s that the French started to import their distinct cafe culture into the country. Specifically, Vietnam's capital city, Ha Noi, already a major urban center, saw the French coffee culture take off, albeit taking on a distinctly Vietnamese tone. The use of sweetened condensed milk specifically soon became a favorite of both the French colonialists and Vietnamese alike in the city.
Cà Phê Sữa Đá — Vietnamese Iced Coffee — quickly spread from Ha Noi throughout the rest of the country, becoming synonymous with the Vietnamese coffee culture famous to this day.
6 oz. Boiling Water
2 tablespoons of Omni's Signature Blend [ground]
2 tablespoons Condensed Milk
1-2 cups of ice
Equipment InstructionsOakland native Chef Tu David Phu is a first-generation Vietnamese-American culinary luminary. His distinguished culinary style of Vietnamese-California cuisine reflects a unique range of cooking cultures — from American classics and traditional European dishes to his mother's home cooking.
Chef Tu's family comes from the island of Phú Quốc, Vietnam. Since 1895 his family has operated a small-batch artisanal Phú Quốc fish sauce company. Through his family's business and mother's love for cooking, food played an integral part in his upbringing, fueling his passion for the culinary arts.
After attending culinary school, Chef Tu’s culinary experiences included cooking in the nation's top Michelin-rated restaurants: Chez Panisse, Quince, Acquerello, Daniel, Breslin, Gotham Bar & Grill, and Gramercy Tavern. He also served as an Executive Chef of Gather in Berkeley, California.
After a decade in the restaurant industry, he left to concentrate on his weekly pop-up dinners focused on a Vietnamese tasting menu that reflected his childhood and culinary talents. This pop-up series opened doors for him; in 2017, The San Francisco Chronicle recognized him as a Rising Star Chef. After, he was a contestant on Bravo's Top Chef Season 15 and was a host for ABC’s Taste Buds: Chefsgiving. In 2019, Oakland culinary maven Chef Tu won the James Beard Smart Catch Leader for his advocacy in sustainable seafood practices and as an educator, sharing flavors and treasures of his heritage through food.
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]]>The recipe originated in a cafe in Macau, and gained popularity in South Korea at the beginning of 2021 after actor Jung Il-Woo was presented with the beverage on a television show. A few months later, TikTok user Hannah Cho uploaded a video which has been viewed over 15 million times demonstrating how to make the delicious treat, and the trend took off, spawning countless dupes and popping up in cafes and kitchens around the world.
While the concept of a “whipped coffee” has been around for years, with similar beverages being staples in Pakistan, India, and Greece, dalgona coffee has paved the way for curious coffee drinkers to create their own whipped coffee beverages. Recipes for whipped pumpkin spice lattes, whipped matcha lattes, and whipped chai lattes.
However, largely absent from the whipped coffee trend has been a Vietnamese coffee-inspired recipe. Vietnam is the world’s second largest exporter of coffee, and has a longstanding coffee culture rooted in the country’s high quality Arabica and Robusta beans grown in the rich volcanic soil and tropical climate standard throughout the country.
That said, with some Vietnamese espresso, a little bit of sugar , and some sweetened condensed milk, you can make your very own Vietnamese Whipped Coffee, inspired by the flavors which made Vietnam one of the leading voices in the global coffee conversation.
While Dalgona coffee is traditionally made with instant coffee, brewing your Vietnamese coffee beans into a hot espresso to use as a substitute is a great way to achieve the whipped texture without losing any of the flavor, as the “structure” of whipped coffee is determined by the use of granulated sugar rather than the type of coffee used. Likewise, inspired by the timeless cà phê sữa đá, adding sweetened condensed milk to your glass is the perfect means to taste the flavors of traditional Vietnamese coffee in an innovative way.
Whether making fluffy Vietnamese whipped coffee, a smooth french press coffee, or anything in between, Omni Bev’s premium Highland Vietnamese Coffee beans are perfect for tasting the traditional flavors of Vietnamese coffee culture from the comfort of your home. Looking for a bolder roast with notes of dark chocolate and hazelnut? Try the Highland Premium Robusta Vietnamese Roasted Coffee. Prefer a livelier profile with notes of vanilla and caramel? Try the Highland Premium Arabica Vietnamese Roast Coffee. Looking for a balance of the best qualities of Robusta and Arabica coffee beans? Omni Bev’s Signature Blend Vietnamese Roasted Coffee is the perfect combination.
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]]>However, not all phins are created equal. Some phins are made from stainless steel, while others are made with aluminum. Likewise, while some phins employ a strict gravity-brewing process, others use a twist method to better lock in the coffee grounds while brewing. Finally, phins range in the amount of pieces that each filter is made with—four being standard, while newer models are composed of three pieces.
When selecting which type of phin to buy, these distinctions are important to take into account, as the composition of a phin can affect the coffee drinking experience. Flavor, brewing time, and temperature are all brewing outcomes to take into consideration when buying a phin.
Traditional phin filters are made with either aluminum or stainless steel and come in four pieces—a brewing chamber, a perforated plate which sits on top of a cup, a perforated insert which goes inside of the phin’s chamber and presses down on the coffee grounds, and a cap to seal in the heat. The nature of a traditional phin filter’s perforated insert means that gravity is the sole force used to brew the coffee, which drips slowly through the phin into the cup below.
While traditional phin filters are a classic, some iterations leave more to be desired. Traditional phins made with aluminum generally have thinner chambers than their stainless steel counterparts, meaning that more heat is lost throughout the brewing process. Likewise, the sole use of gravity to press down on the coffee grounds leads to a more uneven brew, as some areas of the chamber may have higher concentrations of coffee than others, meaning that some coffee grounds may not be brewed to their full potential.
On the other hand, newer phin filters, like Omni Bev’s Phin Filter Coffee Maker, have expanded upon the traditional model to employ a more holistic approach to brewing Vietnamese coffee. Unlike traditional phin filters, Omni’s phin filter is entirely stainless steel, and is composed of three pieces: a brewing chamber which is attached to a drip tray, a lid to lock in the heat, and a twist-in filter plate.
The nature of Omni’s phin filter in using a twist-in filter plate, which involves screwing the plate into place on top of the coffee grounds rather than a traditional perforated insert which relies solely on gravity to hold the coffee grounds in place, means that pressure is applied more evenly to the coffee grounds, allowing for a smoother, more even brew. Likewise, the chamber of Omni’s phin filter is made using a thick stainless steel, allowing for greater heat retention and a stronger flavor profile to come through in every brew.
To taste the difference that the modern Phin filter makes in brewing Vietnamese coffee, try Omni Bev’s Ultimate Vietnamese Phin Coffee Experience. An homage to the filter which made Vietnamese coffee a long-standing tradition, this set includes everything you need to make Vietnamese coffee—a stainless steel modern Phin filter, a stainless steel coffee spoon, a limited edition coffee mug, a can of Longevity sweetened condensed milk, and an 8.8 oz. bag of Omni’s Signature Blend Vietnamese Roasted Coffee beans. Just add hot water, and you’ll soon be enjoying a delicious cup of Vietnamese coffee, the traditional way.
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]]>While the idea of a French press—a coffee-brewing device which makes use of a chamber, a filter, and a plunger—has been around as early as 1852, the modern French press came into existence in 1928 when a contemporary iteration of the device was patented by two Frenchmen in Italy. Since then, the French press has become a global phenomenon, with various innovations like different levels of filtration and “pull” designs being made in subsequent iterations. However, one of the most popular innovations for the French press has been the creation of portable French presses.
Omni Bev’s Portable French Press is a versatile tool which can be used to make any number of hot or iced beverages on-the-go. The double-walled insulation of the Portable French Press allows any hot beverage to retain heat for 6 hours, perfect for brewing hot coffee and tea on-the-go without the risk of your drink going cold. Likewise, with a little extra time, the Portable French Press can be used to make a refreshing cup of cold brew (check out our guide on how to brew your own cold brew with a Portable French Press here).
Given its namesake, the Portable French Press brews a deliciously smooth cup of french press coffee, whether at home, at work, or traveling abroad. Here is your step-by-step guide to brewing coffee on-the-go using a Portable French Press.
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To try making french press coffee on-the-go, check out Omni Bev’s Portable French Press. Unlike a traditional French Press, which is stationary and requires additional mugs and cups for serving, Omni’s Portable French Press is a versatile tool which allows you to brew your favorite café-style coffee and tea beverages on-the-go. The double-filtration and double-walled nature of the Portable French Press means that every brew will be consistently smooth and hot for up to 6 hours. Likewise, rather than having to carry around extra serving mugs, you can simply drink your favorite beverages directly from the Portable French Press.
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]]>But Robusta coffee has a long history before the French ever stepped foot in Vietnam. Like its counterpart Arabica, Robusta beans originated thousands of years ago in present-day Ethiopia. The beans soon spread throughout Western and Central Africa, and were later naturalized around the globe in Borneo, French Polynesia, Central America, and the Caribbean. However, unlike Arabica, which has been synonymous in the West with coffee culture for hundreds of years, Robusta beans were not officially recognized as a variety of coffee until 1897.
In general, Robusta beans are distinguished from their Arabica counterparts in their production, flavor, and caffeine content. Robusta beans generally are grown at lower altitudes, are more disease- and pest-resistant, and yield larger crops than their Arabica counterparts. Likewise, Robusta beans are known for having higher caffeine content than Arabica beans, and maintain a strong, bright flavor with nutty overtones.
Unfortunately, Robusta beans in the West have historically received a bad reputation, as the beans are commonly used as filler in Arabica blends due to having a lower cost of production. Likewise, many coffee drinkers in the West are hesitant to try Robusta beans simply because they are overshadowed by their Arabica counterparts.
That said, Robusta beans have taken on a life of their own throughout Vietnam. Vietnam is home to a wide variety of micro-climates perfect for growing Robusta beans. Communities like Da Lat, where all of Omni Bev’s Arabica and Robusta beans are grown, give Robusta beans a distinct flavor unparalleled by beans sourced from anywhere else in the world due to the region’s higher elevation and rich, deep red volcanic soils.
Following the introduction of Robusta beans by the French, Vietnam developed a longstanding relationship with the coffee variety. Traditional coffee drinks like cà phê đá, which is brewed using a Phin and sweetened with condensed milk, were developed in Vietnam after the bean’s introduction as a way to emphasize the versatility of Robusta’s high levels of caffeination and nutty overtones. Other drinks like Cà Phê Trứng, Vietnamese egg coffee, and Cà Phê Sữa Chua, Vietnamese yogurt coffee, followed suit, highlighting the bean’s unique flavor profile
Today, Vietnam is the world’s largest exporter of Robusta coffee beans, accounting for over 40 percent of the total global production of the bean. While the beans have historically had a bad reputation in the West, the recent introduction of Vietnamese coffee culture in the United States has offered seasoned and amateur coffee drinkers alike the opportunity to expand their horizons and discover a new favorite variety of coffee.
To taste what makes Vietnamese Robusta beans so unique, check out Omni Bev’s Highland Premium Robusta Vietnamese Roasted Coffee. A love letter to Vietnam’s long-standing relationship with the bean, Omni Bev’s Robusta beans maintain a medium dark roast with a smooth and bold profile featuring notes of dark chocolate, hazelnut, and caramel. Omni Bev’s Robusta beans are perfect for brewing traditional Vietnamese coffee with sweetened condensed milk, or for making your favorite coffee beverages.
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]]>Since then, Arabica beans have gained popularity, due in part to their minimal acidity and bitterness levels and sweeter notes of chocolate, nuts, and caramel. Arabica beans can be distinguished from other types of coffee beans visually, as Arabica beans are flat and elongated while maintaining a curved S-shaped groove.
While Brazil remains the world’s largest producer of Arabica beans, and all coffee beans in general, Vietnam in recent years has developed a thriving tradition of Arabica beans in addition to its long-standing tradition of Robusta coffee beans, for which the country is the world’s largest producer.
What sets Vietnam apart from other Arabica producing countries is the wide variety of micro-climates available throughout the country that are optimal for growing Arabica beans. While Arabica beans can be grown as low as at sea level, they grow best in high altitudes at low temperatures. Because of its position on the tectonically-active Pacific Rim, Vietnam is home to a wide variety of high-elevation micro-climates perfect for growing Arabica beans.
Da Lat, Vietnam, where all of Omni Bev’s Arabica and Robusta beans are grown, is home to such micro-climates. Omni Bev’s Da Lat farms are located 1500 meters above sea level in rich, red volcanic soil. The cool climate of Da Lat, Vietnam allows for Arabica beans grown in the region to fully mature while developing earthy undertones. The region is home to such fertile soil and optimal growing conditions that cacao beans are grown in the area alongside coffee beans.
Moreover, what makes Vietnamese Arabica beans stand out from those grown in other parts of the world is the country’s unique history with coffee. Throughout the 19th century, France developed a highly successful coffee agricultural industry in Vietnam, introducing both Arabica and Robusta beans to the region. By the mid-1900s, Vietnamese growers expanded their production, resulting in the country today being the world’s second largest producer of coffee beans of any type.
Today, while Robusta beans remain dominant in Vietnamese coffee culture, Arabica beans in the country have developed their own reputation for coffee drinkers looking for a less-caffeinated option. Likewise, it is very common to see Arabica and Robusta beans sold in bags blended together, allowing coffee drinkers to have the best of both worlds. Regardless, given their unique flavor profile and the optimal growing conditions of Vietnam’s micro-climates, Vietnamese Arabica beans are a delicious option for folks looking to drink coffee that prioritizes quality above all else.
To try Arabica beans from Vietnam for yourself, check out Omni Bev’s Premium Arabica Vietnamese Roasted Coffee. Omni Bev’s Arabica beans come as a medium full-bodied roast with rich and lively notes of chocolate, vanilla, and caramel. Grown in high-elevation micro-lots in the Central Highlands of Da Lat, Vietnam, Omni Bev’s Arabica beans are perfect for all coffee drinkers, whether you’re new to Vietnamese coffee or a long-time fan.
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]]>A Vietnamese slow drip coffee filter, known as a PHIN, is the standard brewing tool used commonly in Vietnam. When French colonists brought coffee to Vietnam in the late 18th century, they also brought coffee makers from France. Today, stainless steel phin coffee filters can be found all over Vietnam. Luckily, you don't need a passport to revel in Vietnam's eminent coffee culture. We've redesigned the phin as a modern, simplified three-piece set within a sleek graphite black color with a twist-on filter plate. Omni's high-quality stainless steel phin filter brings the Vietnamese coffee experience to your home. This exquisite compact phin comes as a reusable set that includes a brewing chamber with an attached drip tray, a twist-in tamper, and a lid. The superiority of the phin is in its simplicity. The twist-on tamper gives you complete control of your brew. The phin filter is a slow-drip brewing tool that yields a single delightfully smooth coffee in minutes. The phin is compatible with most cups and easy to clean. Phin filters are lightweight, portable, paper-free, easy to use, and clean. Welcome to #ThePhinLife!
Tammy Huynh's family secret recipe - the secret is in the Omni Bev signature coffee blend.
1. Prep Glass - Add 2 tablespoons of sweetened condensed milk to your 8 ounce glass then place the Phin over glass. 2. Prep Phin- twist-off filter plate from the phin chamber and add 3 tablespoons of Omni Bev's medium-coarse ground speciality coffee blend. Gently shake the phin to evenly distribute the coffee grounds. 3. Insert filter plate - Twist on the filter plate until it is pressing against the ground coffee. Don't twist it in too tightly! 4. Steep - Add 2 tablespoons (1 ounce) of hot water into the phin to allow the coffee grounds to bloom (expand) for 30 - 40 seconds. 5. Brew - Fill phin 3/4 full with hot water (about 4 oz of hot water). Place the lid on top of the Phin.* Your coffee will begin to drip slowly into your cup. Allow 4-5 minutes for the coffee to brew. 6. Serve - Stir thoroughly with a spoon then fill the cup with ice. Enjoy! * Caution! Phin and lid may be hot |
While the drink itself may seem a bit too involved on the surface for the average coffee drinker to make on their own, cold brew is surprisingly easy and accessible to make at home. Immersion brewing, such as brewing via a French press, is by far the simplest way to make cold brew. The process only requires coffee grounds, cold water, and a couple hours of patience to brew a perfectly mellow, sweet cup of coffee with a low-acidity level every time.
Want to try your own immersion cold brew? Check out our Portable French Press, which brews hot or cold, and see a quick and easy recipe below.
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While there are seemingly an endless number of brewing methods available, the absolute best ways to brew Vietnamese coffee beans are to use a French press or a phin. Both of these methods are popular in Vietnam, and maximize flavor, caffeine, and consistency in every brew.
The French press is a much more hands-on brewing method than a traditional coffee maker. This method consistently provides a dense, elegant, rich, and pure cup of coffee in every brew—perfect on its own or with a splash of coconut milk or cream. What makes the French press particularly unique is its golden ratio of 1:12 coffee-to-water. In a standard 17 ounce press, this ratio would come out to 30 grams of coffee and 360 grams of water.
Using a French press to brew your coffee takes about 10-12 minutes, and is best served immediately after brewing when the coffee is at its boldest and most complex.
Omni Bev’s Portable French Press is the perfect tool to brew French pressed-coffee, whether at home or on the go. This travel-friendly press allows you to brew cafe-style coffees and teas anywhere, with the double-walled press keeping beverages hot or cold for up to 6 hours. Curious about how to use a Portable French Press? Check out our guide here.
Phins are synonymous with Vietnamese coffee culture—the traditionally metal filter is a unique brewing method standard throughout Vietnam that produces a deep, satisfying coffee. The brew is great served on its own or with ice and sweetened condensed milk to make cà phê sữa đá, Vietnamese Iced coffee.
A phin filter consists of a round, perforated plate, a brewing chamber, a perforated insert, and a cap to keep the heat of the water inside of the phin. Using a phin takes time, as the coffee requires several minutes to brew and drip slowly through the perforated plate into the waiting mug below. This wait time is the perfect opportunity to gather your ingredients to make cà phê sữa đá, answer some quick emails, or simply take a moment to check in with yourself.
Omni Bev’s Modern Phin Filter is a fresh take on the classic Vietnamese brewing method. While stainless steel phins are popular throughout Vietnam, Omni Bev has redesigned the phin with a sleek graphite color that delivers a consistent, slow-drip coffee in every brew. Omni Bev’s phin is lightweight, portable, paper-free, easy to use and clean.
Moreover, Omni Bev's phin uses an innovative method of brewing traditional Vietnamese coffee. Rather than relying solely on gravity like traditional phins do, which can lead to an uneven brew, Omni Bev's phin uses a twist-in filter plate, evenly distributing pressure across the coffee grounds and resulting in a more even brew. To learn more about the different types of phins, read our guide here.
When brewing Vietnamese coffee, there is no incorrect method to use. However, for the avid-coffee drinker looking for a method which maximizes flavor, caffeine, and consistency in every brew, both the French Press and the phin are excellent choices. While both methods are a bit more hands-on and take some time, they both emphasize the natural notes of the beans used, and create coffee best enjoyed on its own or as a base for lattes, cà phê sữa đá, and much more.
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]]>Our premium, organic, and fair-trade beans are sourced from our founder Tammy Huynh’s family’s farms in the highlands of Da Lat—the most famous coffee-growing region in Vietnam. Rather than outsourcing through a large farm operation, Omni Bev supports the economic sustainability of the region. The beans are also sun-dried for long periods of time, a zero-waste method that allows them to fully mature and achieve unmatched flavor before brewing.
While Vietnamese coffee is typically made using a single-serve slow drip phin filter, Omni Bev's cold brew coffee is brewed via a proprietary extraction that uses high and low pressure to extract the desirable coffee compounds, leaving behind bitter and tannic composites. Brewing at an optimal temperature in small batches ensures a consistent flavor profile in every batch.
Coffee amateurs and aficionados alike will love Omni Bev’s bottled cold brews for their all natural flavor and extra caffeination—the perfect kick of energy to anyone’s day. For coffee lovers who are vegan or just interested in plant-based options, our Coconut Cold Brew and Coconut-Matcha Cold Brew are excellent options.
Our mission is to be a catalyst for the Vietnamese coffee movement and put Vietnamese culture on the map. As a woman-owned company, we also take representation seriously. After all, founder Tammy Huynh created Omni Bev because she wanted something convenient for female entrepreneurs and working moms like her. Able to maintain the same level of freshness for nine months unopened in the fridge, all of Omni Bev’s bottled cold brews are preservative-free, made using all-natural ingredients.
To taste the new standard for Vietnamese coffee, try out any of Omni Bev’s three ready-to-drink bottled Vietnamese cold brews. Likewise, to experiment with your favorite brewing methods, grab a bag of Omni Bev’s coffee beans delivered straight to your doorstep from the highlands of Da Lat, Vietnam.
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