Tay Nguyen, the legendary land of red basalt, is not only the “coffee capital” of Vietnam but also a “sweet fruit paradise” nestled amidst majestic mountains and forests. The cool highland climate, fertile soil, and the diligent care of the local people have created fruits and coffee with distinctive and unique flavors, unforgettable to anyone who has ever tasted them.
1. The Captivating Flavors of Tropical Fruits:
- Dak Lak Durian – The “King” of Fruits:
- Renowned for its golden, creamy flesh with a rich, sweet, and fatty taste, Dak Lak durian has conquered the palates of even the most discerning gourmets. In particular, the seedless golden flesh durian is a must-try specialty.
- Tay Nguyen Avocado – Melting Sweetness:
- Avocados have a vibrant green skin, smooth golden flesh, and a creamy, fragrant, and buttery taste. When savored, you’ll experience a melting sweetness in your mouth, an unforgettable experience.
- Lam Dong Macadamia – The “Queen” of Nuts:
- Lam Dong macadamia is a high-nutritional nut, hailed as the “queen” of nuts. Macadamia nuts have a buttery, sweet taste and are often used to make delicious dishes such as cakes, candies, or pressed oil.
- Furthermore:
- Tay Nguyen is also home to many other specialty fruits such as rambutan, jackfruit, Da Lat strawberries, Da Lat persimmons, and more. Each fruit carries a unique flavor, contributing to the richness and diversity of the highland cuisine.
2. The Unforgettable Rich Flavors of Tay Nguyen Coffee:
- Robusta Coffee – Rich Bitterness:
- Robusta coffee is the most common type of coffee in Tay Nguyen, accounting for the majority of the coffee-growing area. Robusta coffee has a rich, distinctively bitter taste, suitable for the taste of many Vietnamese people.
- Arabica Coffee – Charming Acidity:
- Arabica coffee is grown in higher altitude areas, such as Lam Dong. Arabica coffee has a delicate acidity and a captivating aroma, providing a sophisticated coffee-drinking experience.
- Cherry Coffee:
- Often grown in the dry, sunny lands of Lam Dong.
- Bears the characteristics and distinctive flavors of highland coffee matured under sun and wind.
- Moka Coffee:
- Also a very famous type of coffee in Tay Nguyen.
- Related to Arabica, grown a lot in Lam Dong.
- Moka is the most difficult coffee variety to grow and care for due to its high technical requirements.
3. General Characteristics:
- Tay Nguyen fruits and coffee often have rich, fragrant, and distinctive flavors, due to being grown on fertile red basalt soil and a cool climate.
- These products are not only consumed domestically but also exported to many countries around the world, contributing to enhancing the value of Vietnamese agricultural products.
- Tay Nguyen is not only a land of coffee but also a paradise of tropical fruits. If you have the opportunity to visit Tay Nguyen, don’t forget to enjoy these unique agricultural products!
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