Sip Saigon: First-of-its-kind Vietnamese Craft Spirit Tasting

Perfect for lovers of cocktails, locally-sourced craft products and culture. Hosted in a cosy café by day and an intimate cocktail bar that feels like a home by night, it’s all about local flavours paired with a guided hands-on tasting by an industry insider all while tasting exclusive spirits from Vietnamese sake to first-of-its-kind Soju, Makgeolli and other local fruit liquors, some of which are only available during this experience.

Discover Vietnam’s emerging craft spirit scene in this one-of-a-kind tasting experience, held in a hidden private bar right in the heart of District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. Led by passionate local experts, including Vietnamese food writer and Travel + Leisure SEA Tastemaker Jovel Chan, this guided tasting offers rare access to some of the country’s most exciting small-batch spirits. You’ll sample a curated selection of Vietnamese craft spirits—from gin, rum, and whiskey to fruit-infused liqueurs like dragonfruit, passionfruit, and apricot. Many of these spirits are seasonal, exclusive, and not widely available on the market. What’s Included: English-speaking industry guide who will share behind-the-scenes stories, tasting notes, and how these unique spirits are made Guided tasting of 4 Vietnamese craft spirits—ranging from sake and gin to rum, whiskey, vodka, and more (rotating seasonal selection) A bespoke cocktail crafted with one of the featured local spirits Light snacks to pair with your drinks Private, intimate venue located in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.