Choose your favourite Trung Nguyen Vietnamese Coffee blend to enjoy - whether you prefer a strong and bold brew, or smooth and aromatic, there's a Trung Nguyen blend for you.

Measure out 3 slightly rounded teaspoons or one rounded tablespoon of coffee and place into the filter chamber. You can adjust the quantity somewhat for your taste, but stay close to this guideline. If the coffee is too loose it will brew too fast and lose flavor, and if packed too tight it will brew too slowly and get cold. Tap the chamber a little to settle the coffee.

Place the cup spanner on top of your cup, then place the filter on top of the spanner. Position the filter insert lightly on top of the coffee. Spin it once or twice to even out the grinds. Do not press it down; the weight of the insert is enough to do the job.

Pour about 20 ml (a couple of tablespoons) of hot water over the coffee. This will make raise the water level just above the filter insert. Let it set for 20 seconds to allow the water to sink into the coffee. It's fine if not all the water is absorbed - after 20 seconds, continue to the next step. For best results, use water at around 85°C to 90°C. Water from a hot water dispenser works well, or boiling water that has cooled for a couple of minutes. Now pour in more hot water until it nearly reaches the top of the filter chamber. Don’t worry if some grounds float loose; this will not affect the final result.

Place the cap on the filter and allow the coffee to brew, which typically takes about 4–5 minutes. If the coffee brews too quickly or too slowly, adjust the amount of coffee next time—use a little more for a slower brew, or a little less for a faster one. For a hotter drink, preheat your cup with hot water before assembling the filter. If you’d like to use sweetened condensed milk (as in traditional Vietnamese coffee), add it to the cup before brewing for the most authentic result. If you’re using a glass cup, you’ll be able to see when the brewing is finished. Otherwise, check after about 4 minutes by lifting the cap to see if the water has drained. If a small amount is still dripping after 4–5 minutes, that’s fine. You can remove the filter and place it on the inverted cap to let it finish dripping, then add any extra coffee to your cup afterward if desired.

Stir the condensed milk into the coffee, or add cream and sugar to taste at this stage. Caution: The filter components may be hot. Handle them carefully—use the handles where possible, or test gently before touching to avoid burns.