cà phê muối

/kaː˧˧ fɛ˧˧ muəj˧˧/
phraseIntermediate
informal

A Vietnamese coffee drink made with strong coffee and a pinch of salt, often served with condensed milk.

Cà phê muối có vị đặc biệt, pha trộn giữa ngọt và mặn.

Salt coffee has a unique flavor, blending sweetness and saltiness.

💡

This drink is popular in Central Vietnam, particularly in Hue.

Collocations

cà phê muốisalt coffeeuống cà phê muốito drink salt coffee

Synonyms

Related Phrases

cà phê sữa đáphrase
iced coffee with milk
cà phê đenphrase
black coffee

💡Pro Tip

Regional Specialty

Cà phê muối is most commonly found in Hue, Central Vietnam.

📖Word Origin

The name comes from the traditional practice of adding salt to balance the strong bitterness of Vietnamese coffee.

📝Usage Notes

This drink is typically enjoyed as a unique local specialty rather than a daily beverage.

Word Breakdown

cà phê
coffee
root
+
muối
salt
root
Từ Điển Việt Anh