rượu nếp cẩm

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

fermented black glutinous rice

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

Examples

Rượu nếp cẩm này thơm mà không quá nồng.This fermented black sticky rice is fragrant without being too strong.

Editorial example (contributed-collins-enriched)

Sources & notes

Local usage: Often translated as black rice wine, but it may refer to the fermented rice dessert itself. Contributed enriched phrasebook data (owner-supplied, July 2026); review pending.

Common questions

What does “rượu nếp cẩm” mean?

fermented black glutinous rice

Is “rượu nếp cẩm” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.