Rarely Available Rice Wine

Rarely Available Rice Wine

　　Rarely Available Rice Wine

　　A traditional specialty of Xinghua—

　　Rarely Available Rice Wine, also known as glutinous rice slurry wine, has a long history. The 1852 county annals record: “Sweet wine, with a mild flavor, pairs well with distilled liquor.” The 1931 continuation of the Xinghua County Annals states: “There were over seventy industrial distilleries in the county, mostly concentrated in the northeastern townships, where brewing mainly used rice, wheat... as raw materials, collectively referred to as local wine; those brewed with glutinous rice were called slurry wine.” Xinghua glutinous rice sweet wine is primarily made from high-quality glutinous rice using traditional techniques combined with modern technology, resulting in a uniquely styled and long-renowned brew. It features a “rich and pure aroma, mellow and gentle fragrance, clean and refreshing aftertaste, and an outstanding taste overall.” During the Qing Dynasty, Zheng Banqiao, one of the “Eight Eccentrics of Yangzhou,” left behind the elegant lines: “The homemade brew is ready, call the boy to pour it. The young wife serves the guests, her red sleeves against the golden cup.” The wine is clear and golden, fragrant and delicate, sweet and smooth, suitable for all including women and children. It contains a variety of amino acids and offers benefits such as enriching blood and vitality, clearing the lungs and nourishing kidneys, as well as promoting health and beauty, making it an excellent gift for family and friends during festive occasions.