We find that the most interesting beer surprises happen when we’re not even looking for them. Take my accidental find of Zorok beer from Vietnam. Yes we know it doesn’t sound Vietnamese, our discerning readers, but it’s where this crisp, clean brew originates. I happened to be at Far East Plaza and while idling some time away waiting for my next appointment after a haircut, I decided to do what we love best: checking out a local convenience store for a beer fix. Jelita Mart (not a branded one like the chain with three digits in it’s moniker but a local, long established mom n pop shop) doesn’t disappoint, as always.

Thinking I would just pick up a cold VB grenade from the glass door chiller to quench the Friday night pre-dinner thirst, boy did I get distracted. So what’s this exotic Asia Minor sounding beer that’s parked seductively next to my fave Aussie brew? The S$2 price tagged Zorok made the choice easy compared to the $3.70 VB. Good excuse to save some cash and do research at the same time. Hey you guys deserve to know about these hidden teasures, right? 

Anyways, I paid for that one can, cracked it open, let the golden nectar slide down my parched throat and before I knew it, I was reaching for another in the chiller again. The pilsner-like (is it really a lager?) body and uncomplicated finish won me over. Try it and see – if you like 333 Beer, you’ll like this in Singapore. And it’s much cheaper because you can’t buy 333 in a mom n pop shop here. Yet. Vietnamese restaurants here will set you back at least $6. Let us know how you like this Uncle Ho gem.