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
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.