Vietnam’s craft beer scene is booming, with innovative breweries in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Nang offering bold flavors like passionfruit IPAs and coffee stouts. This modern twist on Vietnam nightlife reflects the country’s youthful energy. Written in a trendy and casual tone, this guide explores the rise of Vietnam craft beer, top breweries to visit, and tips for brewery tours from Hanoi. Cheers to Vietnam’s hoppy revolution!
Rise of Craft Beer in Vietnam
Once known for cheap bia hoi (fresh beer), Vietnam now embraces craft beer, with over 100 breweries since 2015. Young entrepreneurs blend local ingredients like lemongrass and dragonfruit into unique brews. Pints cost $2-5 (~48,000-120,000 VND), making it an affordable indulgence. Hanoi’s Ta Hien Street and HCMC’s District 2 are craft beer hubs, attracting expats and locals. Learn more about Vietnam Culinary Tours.
Top Breweries and Beers to Try
Vietnam’s best breweries include:
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Heart of Darkness (HCMC): Try Kurtz’s Insane IPA (80,000 VND/pint).
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Pasteur Street Brewing (HCMC/Hanoi): Famous for Jasmine IPA (70,000 VND). See Hanoi Nightlife Guide.
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Furbrew (Hanoi): Offers Pho Beer with spice notes (60,000 VND).
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East West Brewing (HCMC): Coffee Vanilla Porter (80,000 VND).
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Tê Tê Brewery (Da Nang): Passionfruit Wheat Beer (70,000 VND).
Tips for Brewery Visits
To enjoy the beer scene:
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Travel: Fly to Hanoi or HCMC (1-2 hours, from 1,000,000 VND). Use Grab for local travel.
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Best Time: Year-round, but evenings are liveliest. The weather is warm (25-30°C).
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Preparation: Book brewery tours via Vietnam Tourism Food. Try beer flights for variety. Check Craft Beer Guide.
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Visa: Most nationalities don’t need a visa for short stays. Verify at Vietnam Visa.
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Combine: Pair with street food tours.
Sip Vietnam’s Craft Beer With Us
Vietnam craft beer is a taste of modernity, from Hanoi’s hoppy brews to HCMC’s bold flavors. Dive into Vietnam nightlife with a pint in hand.
Ready for a brew? Join our craft beer tour at Vietnamtourism-Hanoi to taste Vietnam’s best. Book today!
