Market Insights from the Heart of Central Highlands Coffee June 2, 2025 The global coffee market is painting a complex picture this month, one that reaches from the trading floors of commodity exchanges to the volcanic highlands where our DALAKON beans are lovingly cultivated. As we witness significant shifts in both Robusta and Arabica markets, […]

Growing Conditions Matter Arabica: Robusta: A Tale of Two Flavors Arabica: Robusta: Caffeine and Bean Basics Price and Purpose Why It Matters at Dalakon Coffee At Dalakon Coffee, we appreciate both worlds. While many love Arabica for its intricate aromatics, we also harness the bold characteristics of Robusta to create blends that deliver both innovation […]

Vietnamese coffee is becoming a notable player in the global coffee industry. As one of the world’s top exporters of robusta beans, Vietnam has long contributed to global coffee supplies. Now, its distinctive flavors and cultural brewing methods are gaining international recognition. This article explores Vietnamese coffee’s historical origins, unique brewing styles, and growing presence […]

Vietnamese egg coffee is more than just a drink—it’s a cultural icon, a symbol of resilience, and a testament to the creativity of Vietnamese coffee artisans. At Dalakon Coffee, we honor this tradition by bringing the authentic flavors of Vietnam to coffee lovers worldwide. The History of Egg Coffee Egg coffee, or cà phê trứng, […]

There’s something almost magical about the slow, steady drip of a Phin filter as it transforms ordinary coffee grounds into a rich, aromatic brew. Vietnamese Phin Coffee isn’t just a beverage—it’s a cultural ritual encapsulating Vietnam’s history, resourcefulness, and passion for flavor. In this blog, we’ll explore its origins, uncover the secrets behind the ingenious […]

What is a cappuccino, exactly? A cappuccino coffee is an espresso drink with steamed milk, milk foam, and espresso. It’s very similar to a latte (cafe latte), but the proportion of steamed milk is different. A cappuccino has equal parts espresso, steamed milk, and foam (⅓ each). A cappuccino can easily be made with frothed […]

What is Pour-over coffee? The pour-over method involves pouring hot water through coffee grounds in a filter. The water drains through the coffee and filters into a carafe or mug. Pour-over is also known as filter coffee or drip coffee, although these terms also include batch brewers. What sets pour-over apart is that it is […]

How is Vietnamese coffee flavor? A combination of coffee and condensed milk is a proud creation of the Vietnamese people, and today considered a traditional beverage of Vietnam. The Vietnamese coffee was rich, flavorful, sweet and perfect on a cool day, but the method of brewing and serving the coffee is what impressed me. The […]

This French Press coffee brewing maker is extremely easy to use. Add ground coffee, and coffee beans into your French Press, pour piping hot water over the grounds, let the coffee steep for a few minutes and finally, press the plunger down and pour! Simple as that. What kind of coffee is best for French […]

What is the Moka pot? The Moka pot is an electric stove or stove-top espresso/coffee-making device that produces dark coffee. A coffee maker is a steam-based appliance that produces coffee when boiling water. It is pressurized by steam and passed through ground coffee. For the first time using a Moka pot, how its components and […]