Cafe Du Monde Coffee with Chicory
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Classic New Orleans coffee + chicory blend, 15 oz can. Vietnamese-American tradition — woody bitterness pairs well with condensed milk. Pre-ground for drip, works in phin.
Coffee + chicory blend, pre-ground, 15 oz can. $10-14. Vietnamese-American tradition — chicory adds woody bitterness that pairs well with condensed milk. Slightly coarser than ideal phin grind but works. Different flavor from pure Vietnamese coffee.
Classic New Orleans coffee-and-chicory blend in a 15 oz can — the Vietnamese-American tradition where chicory's woody bitterness pairs exceptionally well with sweetened condensed milk. Slightly coarser than ideal phin grind, so brew time extends 7–10 minutes; use 20% less grounds to compensate. Distinct from Vietnamese coffee brewed in Vietnam but represents an authentic diaspora preparation.
Pros
- Chicory adds woody bitterness that pairs well with condensed milk
- Large 15 oz can — good value per serving
- Widely available in US grocery stores
Cons
- Slightly coarser than ideal phin grind — extends brew time to 7–10 min
Score breakdown
Coffee Review: Cafe Du Monde Coffee & Chicory. New Orleans
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