thanks rembrandt – but i’m only in Hanoi till 12 Jan. then flying back to Singapore. Yea, I can’t stand that crap Tiger – you should try Asahi, Japanese beer. different from Bud, but great taste.
If you’re brave, look for signs, as you go around town. If you see a sign that says “bia hoi,” that means (homemade) draft beer, unpasteurized. I used to drink San Miguel in the Philippines before it was pasteurized and it was pure heaven!
Now in VN, ya gotta take your chances. I’m sure it would taste good. But will you have any nasty reminders for the next couple of days? You have to make the call yourself.
Try Cha Ca La Vong - you’ll like it. Quaint and tasty.