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Vietnamese coffee is known for being bold, smooth, and deeply satisfying. With Fine Robusta, brewing becomes even easier — the flavor stays clear, consistent, and stable across almost any method. This guide walks you through a clean, modern way to brew Vietnamese coffee at home, perfect for beginners who want a strong cup without complications.

What You Need

You can brew Vietnamese coffee using simple equipment:

Phin Filter – classic, easy, reliable
French Press – full body, simple workflow
Pour Over – clean, smooth cup
Drip Machine – convenient and consistent

Fine Robusta works well with all of these because its flavor remains clear even with small variations in technique.

Basic Ratio

A simple starting point is 1:15
1 g coffee : 15 g water

This ratio creates a strong yet smooth cup. Fine Robusta’s natural body helps the coffee feel full even with a straightforward recipe.

Grind Size

Use the grind sizes from the PickleCoffee standard chart:

Phin Filter: Medium grind (5–6 EK)
French Press: Medium–coarse grind (9–10 EK)
Pour Over: Coarse grind (14–15 EK)

Grind size affects clarity and extraction. Fine Robusta is forgiving, so beginners can still get a balanced cup even if the grind isn’t perfect.

Water Temperature

Use water at 92–95°C (just off the boil).
This temperature extracts full flavor without creating harshness. Fine Robusta’s low acidity keeps the cup smooth even with slight temperature variation.

How to Brew with a Phin Filter

1. Rinse the phin with hot water

2. Add 18–20 g coffee (medium grind → 5–6 EK)

3. Shake to level the bed

4. Add 20–30 g water to bloom for 20–30 seconds

5. Pour the remaining water to reach 270–300 g total

6. Let it drip for 4–5 minutes

Fine Robusta gives a bold, clean cup with cacao-like notes when brewed this way.

How to Brew with a French Press

1. Add 30 g coffee (medium–coarse → 9–10 EK)

2. Add 250–270 g hot water

3. Stir gently and steep for 4 minutes

4. Press slowly and pour immediately

The French Press enhances body and smoothness. Fine Robusta stays clean and doesn’t become muddy.

How to Brew with a Pour Over

1. Use 20–22 g coffee (coarse → 14–15 EK)

2. Bloom with 40 g water

3. Continue pouring in small circles to reach 270 g total

4. Finish in ~2:30–3:00 minutes

Pour Over makes Fine Robusta lighter and cleaner while keeping its natural boldness.

Why Fine Robusta Works So Well

Fine Robusta keeps its flavor stable across brewing methods. It’s strong, smooth, low-acid, and forgiving — perfect for new brewers or anyone who wants clarity without fuss. Even small mistakes still produce a good cup.

Quick Tips

• Always use fresh, hot water
• If your phin drips too fast → grind finer
• If the coffee tastes too bitter → shorten brew time or lower water temp
• Want a stronger cup? Add 1–2 g more coffee

Fine Robusta gives you room to experiment while staying consistently bold and smooth.