First introduced by the French, the Phin Filter is now a uniquely Vietnamese tool used to brew coffee. Synonymous with Vietnamese coffee culture, the Phin filter is a slow drip method of brewing coffee which emphasizes the innate flavors of the coffee beans used.
Made from stainless steel or aluminum, the Phin is a no-paper, no-waste traditional tool that helps coffee drinkers get fully immersed into Vietnamese coffee culture within minutes!
Phin consists of different parts
However, not all Phins are the same. Some Phins are made from stainless steel, while traditionally they are made with aluminum. While some Phins employ a strict gravity-brewing process, others use a twist method to better lock in the coffee grounds while brewing.
When selecting which type of Phin to buy, these distinctions are important to take into account, as the composition of a Phin can affect the coffee drinking experience: flavour, brewing time, and temperature.
Unlike traditional Phin filters, our Phin filter is made of high quality stainless steel, and is composed of three pieces: a brewing chamber which is attached to a drip tray, a lid to lock in the heat, and a twist-in gravity press plate.
The nature of our Phin filter in using a twist-in gravity press plate, which involves screwing the plate into place on top of the coffee grounds rather than a traditional perforated insert which relies solely on gravity to hold the coffee grounds in place, means that pressure is applied more evenly to the coffee grounds, allowing for a smoother, more even brew.
Likewise, the chamber of our Phin filter is made using an extra-thick stainless steel, allowing for greater heat retention and a stronger flavor profile to come through in every brew.
New to Vietnamese Coffee and not sure where to start? Try our Phin Coffee Discovery Kit! This perfect curated bundle has the best combo and everything you need to start your Vietnamese coffee journey. Full Kit includes 2 bags of 250g Signature Blend coffee, our Phin Filter, Condensed milk - all in our gift box!
Just add hot water, and you’ll soon be enjoying a uniquely delicious cup of Vietnamese coffee, the traditional way.
Read more:
