Vietnamese Iced Coffee (Cà Phê Sữa Đá)
A rich and creamy Vietnamese coffee drink made with dark-roasted coffee dripped through a traditional metal filter (phin) over sweetened condensed milk, then served over ice. This indulgent beverage offers a perfect balance of strong coffee flavor and sweetness.
Equipment
- Vietnamese coffee filter (phin)
- Tall glass
- Long spoon
- Ice tray
- Coffee cup or heat-safe glass (for brewing)
- Coffee measuring spoon
Ingredients
- 2-3 tablespoons Vietnamese coffee dark roast, coarsely ground
- 2-3 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup ice cubes
- Hot water just off boiling, about 195-205°F
Instructions
Prepare the Glass
- Add 2-3 tablespoons of sweetened condensed milk to a tall glass
- Set aside
Set Up the Filter
- Place the phin filter over your cup or heat-safe glass
- Add 2-3 tablespoons of ground coffee to the filter
- Gently tap to level the coffee
- Insert the press insert
First Pour
- Add a small amount of hot water (about 0.5 oz)
- Wait 20-30 seconds for the coffee to bloom
Main Pour
- Fill the filter chamber with hot water
- Place the lid on top
- Let the coffee slowly drip (5-7 minutes)
Finishing
- Once dripping is complete, remove the filter
- Stir the coffee and condensed milk thoroughly
- Fill a tall glass with ice cubes
- Pour the coffee mixture over the ice
Serve
- Stir before drinking
- Serve immediately with a long spoon
Notes
Per serving:
- Total Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
- Sodium: 63mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 24g
- Sugar: 24g
- Protein: 4g
- Caffeine: 75-125mg