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Fenjiu (Shanxi Baijiu)

1500年の歴史!スッキリ澄み切った「清香型」白酒の元祖

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Description

A famous liquor brewed in Xinghuacun, Shanxi, said to have the oldest history among Chinese distilled liquors (Baijiu). The pinnacle of 'Qingxiang' (light aroma) style; lacks Moutai's intense fermented odors, is transparent like water, and features a highly crisp, refreshing aroma reminiscent of apples or pears. Recommended for Baijiu beginners.

Classification: Adults, Alcohol, Baijiu, Fenjiu, Qingxiang Style, Shanxi, History, Crisp

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How to use

Ingredients

  • Sorghum
  • Barley
  • Peas
  • Water(Xinghuacun groundwater)

Instructions

  1. [Typical Uses]
  2. [Toast Liquor not overpowering food]: Because the aroma isn't too assertive, enjoy straight with Shanxi sliced noodles, light seafood, or tofu dishes.
  3. Enjoy a more elegant alcohol kick than Erguotou.
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Key spices

No model-cement odor; refreshing like green apple with pure ethanol sweetness

Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets

(The crisp aroma is close to high-quality JP rice shochu)

Pairing

Sliced Noodles / Tofu Dishes / Liangban (Cold Salads)

Trivia

Before Moutai was created, this 'Fenjiu (crisp Qingxiang style)' was China's Baijiu standard. Japanese people resistant to overly aromatic Baijiu should start with Fenjiu to discover Baijiu's true deliciousness.

Eating tips & etiquette

The famous line in Tang poet Du Mu's poem 'Qing Ming': 'Asking where a tavern can be found, a shepherd boy points to distant Xinghuacun', refers to this Fenjiu.

Allergen

Wheat (Barley)

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