Mót Hoi An: The Iconic Drink You Should Try in the Ancient Town 

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When people think of Hoi An cuisine, Cao Lau and Mi Quang often come to mind first. For drinks, Mót Hoi An has become just as recognisable, with its refreshing herbal flavour and strong connection to the Ancient Town. More than a quick drink stop, Mót carries a local story rooted in traditional herbal remedies and family heritage. 

Read on to discover what makes Mót Hoi An so popular and what to know before your visit.

Where to Find Mót Hoi An in the Ancient Town

  • Address: 150 Tran Phu, Old Town, Hoi An, Da Nang, Vietnam
  • Opening hours: Daily, 9 AM-10 PM 
  • Price: 20,000 VND per cup 
  • Nearby landmarks: Japanese Bridge, Old House of Tan Ky, Quan Thang Ancient House
  • Distance from Wafaifo Resort Hoi An: 1 km

Located at 150 Tran Phu Street in Hoi An Ancient Town, Mót is easy to include in a walking itinerary around the historic centre. Its location puts the herbal tea within a short walk of landmarks such as the Japanese Bridge and Old House of Tan Ky.

 

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Mót Hoi An in the Ancient Town

 

What Is Mót Hoi An and Why Is It So Popular?

Inside a cup of Mót Hoi An Herbal Tea 

  • Key ingredients: Lemongrass, lime, ginger, cinnamon, licorice, monk fruit, honeysuckle, chrysanthemum, green tea, lotus, jujube and honey.
  • Herbal roots: The drink is adapted from a traditional family herbal formula said to be more than 100 years old.

Mót Hoi An Herbal Tea has a refreshing citrusy taste at first, followed by mild herbal bitterness and aromatic notes. The herbs are brewed slowly, with honey added after heating, while fresh lime is squeezed into each cup individually. Served cold in a paper cup, each drink is commonly finished with a lotus petal, chrysanthemum bud or tea leaf and a dried-reed straw. This combination of a traditional Vietnamese herbal recipe and a light, refreshing format makes Mót particularly suited to sipping while walking through Hoi An Ancient Town. 

 

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Inside a cup of Mót Hoi An Herbal Tea 

 

Why is it so popular? The story behind Mót Hoi An 

Mót Hoi An grew from a traditional Vietnamese herbal formula that had been used by the founder’s family for more than 100 years. In 2015, Nguyễn Hữu Xuân, known as “Mót”, began serving the drink from his family address at 150 Tran Phu Street. His idea was simple: turn the family herbal blend into a refreshing takeaway drink that visitors could enjoy while exploring the Ancient Town, rather than preparing the herbs at home. 

Mót has remained at the same address instead of expanding into multiple branches, keeping the drink closely tied to its original Hoi An setting. Its pale herbal tea, paper cup, reed straw and lotus or chrysanthemum garnish have also become instantly recognisable parts of the Mót experience. 

When Is the Best Time to Visit Mót Hoi An?

  • Late afternoon to early evening: A good time to enjoy the drink while walking around Hoi An Ancient Town as the weather becomes cooler.
  • For fewer crowds: Visit earlier in the day, especially if you want to avoid queues.
  • During hot weather: The chilled herbal drink can be a refreshing stop while exploring the Old Town.

Evenings and peak travel periods can be busier, so allow a little extra time if you visit during these periods.

Enjoy Mót Hoi An Just Minutes from Wafaifo Resort Hoi An

Located just 1.2 km from Hoi An Ancient Town, Wafaifo Resort Hoi An makes it easy to stop by Mót while exploring Tran Phu Street and the surrounding heritage quarter. Guests can head into town by complimentary bicycle, enjoy a cup of Mót along the way, then return to the resort for a slower afternoon or evening.

What we offer:

  • Complimentary bicycle rental for exploring the Ancient Town and nearby neighbourhoods.
  • 134 spacious rooms and suites for a comfortable stay.
  • Six dining venues for casual meals and private dining.
  • Swim City Cafe and a temperature-controlled saltwater pool for downtime after sightseeing.
  • Wellness by Wafaifo, with longevity and recovery facilities including HBOT, float tank, red light therapy and infrared sauna, ice bath.
  • A private cinema for up to eight guests for relaxed evenings at the resort.

Make Wafaifo Resort Hoi An your base for exploring Hoi An, with Mót and the Ancient Town just a short trip away.