Ankang Sweet Wine

Ankang Sweet Wine

　　The production process of sweet wine is also very simple. To make it, high-quality glutinous rice is selected as the main ingredient. Dozens of pounds are steamed in batches over high heat in a steamer, then poured into a winnowing basket to cool for an hour. Afterward, an appropriate amount of distiller’s yeast and other ingredients are added, and the mixture is finally placed in a vat to ferment—usually taking just one or two days to complete. High-quality sweet wine has a clear, refreshing liquid with a rich and mellow flavor. Sweet wine is also very easy to enjoy—it can be mixed into egg drop soup or rice noodles, or combined with ingredients like red dates and lotus seeds, depending on personal preference. Simply cook it in a pot until hot and it’s ready to eat. Sweet wine is highly nutritious and suitable for all seasons; it warms the body in winter and quenches thirst in summer. (Ankang)