Hoi An: Hands-on Vietnamese Coffee Making Class with Long

Hoi An’s coffee culture makes more sense when you do more than order a cup. At Tri Long Coffee, you hear how coffee travels from crop to cup, learn about the cafés that shaped local coffee traditions, and make a drink yourself. You can choose a style such as phin filter, egg, salt, or coconut coffee.

I like two things in particular: the class combines coffee tasting with a look inside a local roastery, and the recipes can give you a way to repeat the experience at home. The main consideration is time. One hour is enough for a focused introduction, not a long workshop, and the advertised format asks you to choose a coffee style even though some sessions have covered two.

At a glance

• Four Vietnamese styles: Choose from phin filter, egg, salt, or coconut coffee.
• A working roastery setting: The class takes place at Tri Long Coffee, where the focus is on small-batch roasted beans.
• Make and taste: Ingredients and equipment are included, so you can prepare a coffee rather than just watch.
• Recipes to take home: Recipe cards have been provided, a useful extra if you want to try the drinks again.
• One hour, $15: A short, reasonably priced activity that fits around other Hoi An plans.
• A little planning helps: Meet at 88 Phan Chau Trinh Street, and check what the session includes if learning two recipes matters to you.

Start at Tri Long Coffee on Phan Chau Trinh Street

The meeting point is Tri Long Coffee shop at 88 Phan Chau Trinh Street in Hoi An. You meet there for the class, rather than being collected from your hotel. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so plan to make your own way to the shop.

The roastery setting is part of the appeal. Instead of learning about Vietnamese coffee in a general classroom, you’re introduced to beans roasted in small batches and hear about coffee’s place in Vietnamese cafés and culture. That connection gives the practical steps a little context: you’re not only learning a recipe, but also how a familiar drink fits into local life.

The experience is listed as one hour, which makes it easy to slot into a day of sightseeing. It also means the class is likely to stay focused. If you want a long discussion of farming, roasting, and regional differences, this short session may only offer an introduction.

From coffee-growing regions to the cup

The class begins with an introduction to the roastery and the beans. The coffee is sourced from Vietnamese coffee-growing regions and roasted in small batches. You’ll hear about the journey from crop to cup, along with stories about popular cafés and their connection to history and culture.

That explanation is valuable because the class is about more than producing a sweet or unusual drink. You get a sense of how coffee is made and why Vietnamese coffee has several distinct preparations. The experience description also highlights quality and sustainability as part of the roastery’s approach.

One point worth keeping in perspective: the commitment to sustainability is stated as a principle, but no particular sourcing standard or environmental practice is specified. If you’re choosing the class mainly to learn about ethical production, ask the instructor what that commitment means in practice.

Choose a style, then make it yourself

The hands-on part centers on a traditional Vietnamese coffee style. The choices are phin filter coffee, egg coffee, salt coffee, and coconut coffee. You’re supplied with the ingredients and equipment, and a coffee specialist guides you through preparing and tasting your drink.

Each choice gives you a different reason to take the class. The phin filter is the classic option if you want to focus on a traditional brewing style. Egg, salt, and coconut coffee offer a way to explore the more distinctive combinations associated with Vietnamese café menus. The class lets you pick what sounds most appealing, rather than requiring everyone to make the same drink.

There is a small uncertainty to account for when booking. The basic description says you choose a kind of coffee, while some sessions have included two styles, with participants making and tasting both. If trying two recipes is important to you, check with the shop or provider ahead of time instead of assuming it is guaranteed.

The instructor’s role is practical as well as explanatory. You’re there to make coffee, not simply watch a demonstration. English is the listed tour language, and the class is led by a coffee expert or specialist. The activity is titled as a session with Long, though the specific instructor may depend on the date.

Taste your work, with recipes to take home

At the end, you drink the coffee you’ve made in a comfortable setting with music. That pause matters. It gives you time to taste the result, ask questions, and enjoy the cup without having to rush straight into the next step.

Recipe cards are a particularly useful extra. They have been given out for the drinks made in class, and some sessions have also provided recipes for all the available styles. That makes the experience more practical than a tasting alone: you can take the instructions home and attempt the coffee again.

Still, a recipe card is a starting point, not a promise that every ingredient will be easy to find at home. If you’re especially keen to recreate a drink, ask which ingredients are essential and whether there are suitable substitutes. The class includes all ingredients and equipment for making coffee during the session, but it does not include take-home ingredients.

What the $15 price buys you

At $15 per person, this is a modest-cost activity with a clear mix of instruction, tasting, and a local setting. Your fee covers the roastery experience, the ingredients and equipment, a hands-on coffee-making session, and guidance from a coffee specialist. For a one-hour class, the strongest value is that you get to participate and leave with recipes, rather than paying only to sample a drink.

The price does not include meals, other drinks, personal expenses, or hotel transfers. That is not a major drawback for such a short activity, but it’s useful to know if you’re planning a full morning or afternoon around it. You’ll need to arrange your own transport to the shop and pay separately for anything beyond the class.

There is also some flexibility in booking. You can reserve a place and pay later, and cancellation is free up to 24 hours in advance. Starting times depend on availability, so check the schedule that fits your plans.

Who will enjoy this class most

This is a good fit if you like coffee, enjoy learning by doing, or want a compact cultural activity between sightseeing stops. It suits curious beginners as well as people who already drink Vietnamese coffee and want to understand more about its preparation. The choice of styles helps make the class personal: you can focus on a familiar phin or try an egg, salt, or coconut version.

It can also work well for couples or small groups who want something relaxed and interactive. Some sessions have been very small, including a one-on-one class, while another had just two participants. That suggests the experience can feel personal, though you should not count on having a private lesson unless the provider confirms it.

The main limitation is accessibility. The activity is marked as unsuitable for people with mobility impairments and wheelchair users. If you have access needs, contact the provider before booking to check whether the venue can accommodate you.

A few practical details before you go

Arrive at the named shop, Tri Long Coffee, at 88 Phan Chau Trinh Street. Since transfers are not included, allow time to reach the meeting point on your own. The session lasts one hour, and English is the listed language.

If you have a particular coffee in mind, choose it when prompted and ask how many drinks the session will cover. The menu includes phin filter, egg, salt, and coconut coffee, but the number of recipes can vary by session. This is also a good chance to ask for clear measurements or ingredient names if you want to use the recipe card later.

The class is not a meal, and other drinks are not included. Come expecting coffee-making and tasting, not a full café visit or a broader food experience.

Should you book the Hoi An coffee class?

I’d book this if you want a short, hands-on introduction to Vietnamese coffee with a local roastery setting and a small price tag. The mix of coffee stories, making your own drink, and take-home recipes gives the hour a practical purpose. It’s especially appealing if you’re curious about salt, egg, or coconut coffee and would like to know how those drinks are prepared.

I’d look elsewhere if you want a detailed roasting course, guaranteed instruction in several recipes, hotel transport, or step-free access. Before booking, confirm whether your session includes one or two coffee styles. If the class’s pace and format suit you, it’s an easy way to add a flavorful, hands-on hour to a Hoi An visit.

FAQ

Where does the coffee class meet?

Meet at Tri Long Coffee shop, 88 Phan Chau Trinh Street, Hoi An.

How long does the class last?

The activity lasts one hour.

How much does it cost?

The listed price is $15 per person.

Which types of coffee can I make?

You can choose from Vietnamese phin filter coffee, egg coffee, salt coffee, or coconut coffee.

Are ingredients and equipment included?

Yes. Ingredients and equipment for making coffee are included, along with the roastery experience and guidance from a coffee specialist.

Is hotel pickup included?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so you’ll need to get to the meeting point yourself.

Is the activity suitable for wheelchair users?

No. The activity is listed as unsuitable for wheelchair users and people with mobility impairments.