FifthSip offers New Yorkers an authentic yet innovative take on cà phê sữa đá — iced specialty Vietnamese coffee. The brand distinguishes itself by focusing exclusively on robusta beans, which are uncommon in third-wave coffee circles. These beans provide nearly double the caffeine content of standard arabica varieties, along with a distinctive, chocolatey, and earthy flavor profile. FifthSip’s farm-to-cup model emphasizes sustainability as the company sources beans directly from Vietnam and roasts them locally in Brooklyn. Through this bean sourcing practice, the business preserves the essence of the traditional beverage.

FifthSip’s menu offers different takes on the specialty Vietnamese coffee, including classic preparations like the iconic iced coffee with condensed milk and creative adaptations — from the Hanoi Egg and the Banana Latte to the Ube Dream and the Pandan Latte.

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