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BAIJIU 101
14 Jul 2015 By Xin Hui Helder-Eng
Meet the most popular spirit you’ve never heard of
Are you serving the world’s most-consumed spirit at your events? If you’re planning affairs outside of China, chances are you may not be! Baijiu, China’s national spirit, is a versatile liquor, which makes it ideal for integrating into any cocktail menu. Also important to note: Baijiu contains more than 50 percent alcohol by volume, so having food at a reception where it’s being served is essential. Baijiu comes in four basic styles (named and classified by their aromatic profiles): rice aroma, light aroma, strong aroma and sauce aroma.
Rice aroma: This baijiu has a floral, mild flavor and is smooth, due to its triple distillation.
Light aroma: Made from a rice and sorghum blend, this baijiu has a fairly neutral aroma and is similar to some of the restrained aromas of sake.
Strong aroma: This is the most widely consumed type of the spirit. Tasters will experience a spicy, fruity flavor that packs a serious aftertaste.
Sauce aroma: This full-bodied variety has a sharp flavor that is associated with other aromas, such as bleu cheese and soy sauce.
Introduce guests at your next event to this famous spirit by serving one of these tasty baijiu recipes.
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