Saigon beer has long been a popular drink loved by many people in Ho Chi Minh City. Although it is a familiar drink to the majority of Saigon residents, there are still some misunderstandings about this type of beer. Let’s explore those interesting things right in the content below.
1. Saigon draft beer and Saigon draft beer are not the same
Many people often think that Saigon draft beer and Saigon draft beer are the same, they are all the same type of beer. This isn’t necessarily wrong, but it’s also inaccurate. Because draft beer can be understood as draft beer, but draft beer is not really the word used to refer to draft beer. Specifically:
1.1. In the case of draft beer, it can be draft beer
More specifically, draft beer is a type of beer produced from main ingredients such as corn, barley, rice and hops based on the traditional submerged fermentation method, to create natural gas for the product. This beer has a short fermentation time of 7 to 10 days and can be quickly pasteurized with heat at high temperatures.
When successfully fermented, draft beer will be stored in specialized kegs (wooden or stainless steel containers) and transported to consumption locations (restaurants, bars, draft beer bars, eateries, etc.). After that, draft beer will be chilled by shops and sold by liters to diners.
In terms of color and flavor, draft beer usually has a golden color, mild bitter taste, mild aroma and low alcohol content (about 4%), lots of gas. When enjoyed, beer brings a fresh and refreshing flavor to the user.
Cups of draft beer often bring a fresh and instantly refreshing flavor to the drinker (Photo: Biathuong).
Because of the fresh, delicious flavor as well as the short fermentation and shelf life, many people often think that Saigon draft beer also Saigon draft beer. Therefore, in terms of taste or beer drinking experience, draft beer can still be draft beer.
1.2. In the case of draft beer, it is not necessarily draft beer
The phrase “Saigon draft beer” actually has many different meanings. It can refer to a type of beer but also to the flavor of the beer.
If talking about beer, Saigon draft beer is a form of beer produced by floating fermentation method, then filtered and cooled directly for serving. Saigon draft beer often has a more bitter taste than draft beer, has a passionate aroma with an alcohol content of about 4-5% and low gas content.
After fermentation, Saigon draft beer will be served directly to diners (Photo: Bianamtien).
A special feature of Saigon draft beer is that the fermentation and brewing process will not contain any preservatives. After brewing, the beer will be refrigerated from 2°C to 4°C and served cold in large glass glasses at breweries, restaurants and bars. If beer is left above 6°C after 2 days, the beer will become sour and undrinkable. Currently, Saigon draft beer can be packaged into bottles or cans and widely distributed in many places nationwide, especially the provinces in the South and Central Highlands.
For the second meaning, Saigon draft beer can be understood as a phrase that refers to a type of delicious fresh beer produced and served in Saigon, including both draft beer and different types of canned or bottled beer. This can include beers such as lagers, ales, or others.
In short, in the context of Saigon, “Saigon draft beer” often relates to the experience of drinking delicious draft beer at a bar or liter beer served in a mug or can, while “Saigon draft beer” can refer to any delicious draft beer that is produced and distributed in Saigon, including draft beer.
2. Saigon Bia Hoi is a brand
This is the most common misunderstanding of many people who are new to drinking beer or do not drink draft beer often. The truth is Saigon draft beer is a popular style of draft beer served and produced in Saigon, it is not a specific brand.
Currently, draft beer in Saigon is produced by many beer companies not only in Saigon but also in the Southern, Central and Northern provinces to serve diners who want to enjoy the taste of beer. A bit Saigon style. Some beer companies include: Sabeco, 333, Huda, Larue, Hanoi, Van Kiep, Vina Saigon,…
3. Saigon draft beer is affordable, low quality beer
This statement is completely incorrect. Because as stated above, many types of draft beer in Saigon are being produced by reputable brands with modern production processes. Therefore, depending on the business policy of each restaurant or beer bar, the quality of draft beer will vary.
Some places may focus on high quality and delicious experiences, while others may emphasize low prices and fast service. That is also the reason why the price of draft beer in Saigon can range from 20,000 VND to more than 55,000 VND/liter.
Furthermore, this beer is often considered part of the culture and entertainment experience in Saigon. Many people choose to drink draft beer not only because of the price, but also because of the fun and vibrant atmosphere at draft beer bars.
4. Saigon draft beer in plastic bottles
As mentioned above, Saigon draft beer Usually produced and served directly from large barrels at beer bars. In fact, serving draft beer from bulk barrels helps maintain the beer’s fresh and delicate flavor, and it’s an important part of the draft beer experience.
The beer stored in plastic bottles labeled Saigon is actually bottled fresh beer. However, due to the misunderstanding of the vast majority of people about the terms “draft beer” and “draft beer” in Saigon as well as the way some brands run keyword ads to more easily reach customers, this leads to Many people believe that plastic bottled beer is draft beer.
Some popular types of Saigon draft beer in plastic bottles today (Photo: Biavinasaigon).
The characteristics of this fresh beer line are delicious flavor, easy to drink, convenient to carry and affordable price. Beer is also produced by reputable breweries in Vietnam such as Sabeco, 333, Huda, Larue, Vina, etc. Currently, Saigon beer plastic bottles come in many different capacities such as 330ml, 500ml, 1 liter and 1.5 liters. liter. Beer prices range from 15,000 VND to 30,000 VND depending on capacity and brand.
