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Why we drink ruou

It’s been around since the early days of Vietnamese history, yet remains entwined with modern Vietnam – but what is it about rice liquor that makes it so irreplaceable? Ruou, or ‘rice liquor’, is the epitome of the grain. In poetry, it’s referred to as the ‘heaven’s nectar’. With a title like this, it’s easy […]

5 must-try Vietnam boozy trends for 2020

  International trends are one thing, but in Vietnam, we tend to go against the grain. Our cocktail scene is on the rise, and while international trends may come and go, if the drink’s good, the bar remains. The same goes for the trends, too. Crafted in Vietnam Nguyễn Thành Công, Bar Manager at Mad […]