Medicinal/Infused Liquor (Yaomijiu / Baojianjiu)
A source of health and stamina! "Witch's Potion" blended with Chinese herbal medicine
Description
The generic term (category name) for liquors based on Baijiu or Huangjiu, infused long-term with dozens of medicinal herbs (Ginseng, Goji) or animal extracts (Deer antler, sometimes snakes) to extract active ingredients. Also called 'Baojianjiu' (Health liquor) or 'Lu Jiu' in China. The root of JP Yomeishu, aiming for nourishment.
Classification: Adults, Alcohol, Medicinal Liquor, Yaomijiu, Baojianjiu, Lu Jiu, Nourishing, Traditional Medicine
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How to use
Ingredients
- Baijiu or Huangjiu
- Various Chinese medicines (Ginseng
- Angelica etc.)
- Animal medicines
- Sugar
Instructions
- [Typical Uses]
- [Daily Health Habit]: Not meant to be chugged to get drunk, but drunk straight in 1-
- small shot glasses before bed or meals.
- Treated as 'medicine' to recover fatigue or warm the body in winter.
Learn more Substitutes, pairings, tips
Key spices
Intense earthy aroma of traditional medicine、syrup-like sweetness、and alcohol kick
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Substitute with JP 'Yomeishu' or 'Habushu'
Pairing
Nourishing Dishes / Drink Alone
Trivia
Though 'good medicine tastes bitter', they are often loaded with rock sugar or honey for drinkability, making them surprisingly sweet and delicious straight (and you get drunk fast due to high ABV).
Eating tips & etiquette
Go to a Chinese supermarket, and the medicinal liquor aisle takes up as much space as beer or Baijiu. Ranges from highly drinkable small bottles like 'Jingjiu' to expensive ones with giant whole ginseng sunk inside.
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