How to Brew Coffee With a Phin
Phin brewing is simple once you understand its gravity-fed drip process.
Step-by-step Vietnamese phin brewing guide with practical tips for grind and drip rate.
What you need
A phin, cup, ground coffee, hot water and an optional sweetener.
Step 1: Prepare
Set the phin over your cup and add coffee. Level the grounds gently rather than packing them hard.
Step 2: Bloom
Add a small amount of hot water and let the coffee wet evenly.
Step 3: Brew
Fill with hot water, cover and let the coffee drip. Adjust grind and coffee dose on future brews to suit your taste.
Step 4: Serve
Drink black, add condensed milk, or pour over ice.