Shaoxing Wine (Premium Laojiu)
世界に名轟く琥珀色！特定の産地だけが名乗れる「黄酒の王様」
Description
The most famous and globally loved premium grade among Chinese Laojiu (aged Huangjiu). Like French 'Champagne', it is protected by Geographical Indication. Only those made in 'Shaoxing City, Zhejiang', using the local 'Jian Lake water' and traditional methods are permitted to bear the name 'Shaoxing Wine'.
Classification: Adults, Alcohol, Shaoxing Wine, Laojiu, Zhejiang Province, Geographical Indication, Traditional, Amino Acids
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How to use
Ingredients
- Glutinous rice
- Wheat koji
- Jian Lake water
- Caramel color
Instructions
- [Typical Uses]
- [Straight or with Crystal Sugar]: Originally best straight at room temp, but to soften the tartness of young (cheap) Shaoxing wine, JP culture has adopted drinking it with ice, crystal sugar, or dried plums.
- Ultimate companion for all Chinese food.
Learn more Substitutes, pairings, tips
Key spices
Mellow depth like soy sauce、intense amino acid umami、faint tartness and caramel sweetness
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
(Irreplaceable. The unique terroir of Shaoxing City)
Pairing
All Dim Sum / Sweet and Sour Pork / Chinese Full Course
Trivia
China has many Huangjius, but Shaoxing wine is said to be the richest in amino acids (umami components), loved by chefs worldwide as a magical liquid deepening food flavors.
Eating tips & etiquette
Everything labeled 'Shaoxing Wine' in Asian stores is authentic, clearing these strict conditions. Cheap ones sold for 'cooking' are sour and unpalatable raw; the trick for drinking is choosing at least 'San Nian Chen' (3-year aged) or older.
Allergen
Wheat