How can I avoid counterfeit Vietnamese rum when buying alcohol in Nha Trang?
Based on 1 discussion with 3 participants · Last activity: 4 days ago
TL;DR
Check the exact brand spelling on the label: Chauvet should be written as “Chauvet,” and altered spelling can indicate a fake. For a budget option, travelers mention plain, unflavoured ISC rum as less likely to be counterfeited.
What the community said
Inspect Chauvet labels carefully: the trademark should be spelled exactly “Chauvet.” A bottle with a similar but different spelling may be counterfeit.
6 days ago Chauvet
A budget recommendation is standard ISC rum without flavourings. One traveler found it reasonable for the price and less worthwhile for counterfeiters to copy.
6 days ago Unflavoured ISC
Do not rely on a rum’s popularity alone: imitations of well-known Vietnamese bottles circulate. Before buying, compare the brand name and label design, especially for Chauvet.
12 days ago Chauvet label check