The History of Drinking Culture in Vietnam
In Vietnam, drinking is a deeply ingrained part of our culture and history. Whether it’s beer, wine, rice wine, or gin, it’s a crucial component to our meals and celebrations. It’s pretty common for locals to quench their thirst with a can or two of beer over lunch and a stock of bottles at home.
Small Business Spotlight: Bar Keeper in LA
Joe Keeper, the founder of Bar Keeper, talks about what it was like to run a shop during the COVID-19 pandemic, why he’s chosen Sông Cái Distillery’s spirits, and what advice he has for small business owners.
Botanical of the Month: Pomelo Flower
Here’s what you need to know about pomelo blossoms. At Sông Cái Distillery we pay homage to Vietnam’s flower culture by using pomelo blossom in our Vietnam Floral Gin.
Botanical of the Month: Đìa Siêu
Beyond its traditional healing property, Đìa Siêu also lends a fixative quality to other aromas and flavors we proudly produce at Sông Cái Distillery.
Spirit of Việt Nam: Sahra Nguyen, Founder and CEO of Nguyen Coffee Supply
Sahra Nguyen is the founder and CEO of Nguyen Coffee Supply, the first Vietnamese-American coffee importer and roaster — here, she shares what defines the “Spirit of Vietnam” for her, as well as her recipe for a Nguyen Coffee Supply Coffee Negroni.
Photos: The Spirit of Việt Nam at Madame Vo
Celebrating the launch of our Vietnamese gin in the United States with a 3-course cocktail pairing dinner hosted by Madame Vo in NYC. The event also included a showcase of our botanicals and panel on Vietnamese culture and identity.
Founder’s Letter
We are a 100% Vietnamese-owned distillery, and we work tirelessly with our community farming and foraging partners to paint a rich, deep, multi-faceted picture of Việt Nam through our brand and our spirits.