Sep 30, 2026

Discover 6 Vietnamese cocktails in Saigon inspired by Phở, Bánh mì, Bánh xèo, Gỏi cuốn, Bún bò Huế and Bún chả at Xoài.

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Discover Vietnamese Food in a Glass

What if your favorite Vietnamese dishes could become cocktails?

At Xoài, we take the flavors, aromas, ingredients, and spirit of iconic Vietnamese food and transform them into creative cocktails. Each drink is inspired by a familiar local dish—but designed to surprise you in a completely different form.

From anise and gin to mango, coffee, basil, and dragon fruit, every cocktail tells a small story about Vietnam.

The 6 Vietnamese Cocktails You Shouldn’t Miss

These aren't traditional Vietnamese cocktails. They are Xoài's interpretation of Vietnamese food culture, created for travelers who want to discover something beyond the usual drinks in Saigon.

1. Phở — Gin & Anise

A cocktail inspired by Vietnam's most famous noodle soup. Gin meets the warm, aromatic character of anise to create a drink that captures the unmistakable fragrance of Phở.

Discover: How a bowl of Phở can become a cocktail.

2. Bánh Mì — Tequila, Cucumber & Cilantro

Fresh cucumber and aromatic cilantro bring a bright, refreshing character to tequila. Inspired by the fresh herbs and crisp vegetables found inside a Vietnamese Bánh mì.

Discover: A Bánh mì without the bread.

3. Bánh Xèo — Rum & Mango

Crispy, golden Bánh xèo meets tropical mango and rum. This playful combination turns the flavors of a Vietnamese savory pancake into a fruity, tropical cocktail.

Discover: Why mango works surprisingly well with Bánh xèo.

4. Gỏi Cuốn — Vodka & Basil

Fresh, green, and aromatic. Vodka is paired with basil to reinterpret the delicate freshness of Vietnamese fresh spring rolls.

Discover: The lighter, greener side of Vietnamese flavors.

5. Bún Bò Huế — Brandy & Red Dragon Fruit

Inspired by the bold character of Bún bò Huế, this cocktail combines brandy with vibrant red dragon fruit for a drink that is colorful, fruity, and distinctly tropical.

Discover: A colorful twist on one of Vietnam's boldest noodle dishes.

6. Bún Chả — Whisky & Coffee

Smoky whisky meets the deep roasted character of Vietnamese coffee. Inspired by the grilled flavors of Bún chả, this is one of the most unexpected combinations on the list.

Discover: Why coffee and smoky flavors make such a great match.

The Secret Is in the Decoration

The story doesn't stop with the ingredients.

At Xoài, the decoration is part of the cocktail experience. Each drink is designed to visually connect with the Vietnamese dish that inspired it—from colors and textures to small details that hint at the original food.

The goal is simple: you should be able to see the story before you take the first sip.

That's what makes a Xoài cocktail different from simply ordering another drink in Saigon.

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A Local Guide to Great Vietnamese Cocktails

If you're looking for something beyond the usual Vietnamese beer, coffee, or classic cocktails, these drinks offer another way to discover local culture.

Our cocktails are designed for curious travelers who want to ask:

“What would Vietnamese food taste like as a cocktail?”

Here are six places to start: