Shuangqiao Wine

Shuangqiao Wine

　　In Huiji, there is a type of wine, a locally produced liquor with a crisp and mellow flavor, hailed as the “Fenjiu of Zhengzhou.” It is Shuangqiao Wine.

There is a local saying: “At the mention of Shuangqiao Wine, one can’t help but drool.” In the 27th year of the Guangxu reign (October 1901) in the lunar calendar, Emperor Guangxu and Empress Dowager Cixi were returning to Beijing from Xi'an. When they passed through Zhengzhou, the then prefect Li Yuanzhen presented Shuangqiao Wine as a tribute to the emperor and empress dowager, which instantly brought great fame to the wine. Later, Shuangqiao Wine was used as an imperial tribute and became very popular. The monopoly on liquor sales led to the cancellation of private distilleries in the village. The local government organized various distilleries to jointly establish the “Jinquan Winery,” and the wine produced was branded as “Shuangqiao Daqu.” However, the winery eventually ceased production due to various reasons. In recent years, villagers have resumed distilling, led by Zhengzhou Mangshan Baijiu Beverage Co., Ltd., reviving the old trade. The wine produced has attracted the interest of local drinkers and won the favor of many tourists. With the opening and revitalization of the market economy, Shuangqiao Wine has gradually entered the market and gained fame across the Central Plains, injecting vitality into the local economic development. The Shuangqiao winery adheres to the traditional brewing techniques of over 300 years and incorporates modern winemaking technology. The produced Shuangqiao Daqu, Shuangqiao Tribute Wine, and other series offer pure and rich flavors, with a smooth and sweet taste upon drinking. The brewed liquor undergoes routine testing and scientific analysis via gas chromatography, and is carefully blended to ensure the quality of Shuangqiao Wine.