Zhoushan Bayberry Liquor

Zhoushan Bayberry Liquor

　　Zhoushan Bayberry Liquor is a specialty of Putuo District, Zhoushan City, Zhejiang Province. With a long history, this liquor was used for medicinal purposes by ancient people hundreds of years ago. Currently, the annual production of Zhoushan Bayberry Liquor is around 500 tons. It has been awarded a National Geographical Indication Certification trademark.

　　“Enjoy fresh seafood from Zhoushan, paired with Zhoushan Bayberry Liquor.” In Zhoushan, delicious seafood with “Bayberry Liquor” has become a popular combination. It is said that there has long been a local tradition of using “Bayberry Liquor to cure ailments,” often soaking fresh fruits in distilled spirits as a medicinal remedy to relieve summer heat, fight fatigue, stop diarrhea, kill bacteria, stimulate appetite, and aid digestion.

　　Zhoushan Bayberry Liquor has a long history, and hundreds of years ago, ancient people used it for medicinal purposes. Even today, many households still enjoy brewing their own Bayberry Liquor. Currently, there are two major producers of Zhoushan Bayberry Liquor in the city: Zhoushan Heyuan Wine Industry Co., Ltd. and Zhejiang Donghai Wine Industry Co., Ltd. The annual production of Zhoushan Bayberry Liquor is around 500 tons. The product is mainly consumed within the local Zhoushan market, with a small portion sold to other provinces, such as some of Zhoushan Heyuan Wine Industry Co., Ltd.'s Bayberry Liquor being sold to Shandong, Hubei, and other regions.

　　Zhoushan Bayberry Liquor is a green product that is widely loved by consumers. It can be used as a hospitality liquor, a souvenir for tourists, or a gift liquor when visiting relatives and friends.

　　In 2012, the “Zhoushan Bayberry Liquor” was recognized by the Trademark Office of the State Administration for Industry and Commerce and awarded China’s National Geographical Indication Certification trademark.