Shuanggou Daqu

Shuanggou Daqu

Shuanggou Daqu is a product protected under geographical indication.

　　Produced in Sihong, Jiangsu. Shuanggou Daqu is made primarily from high-quality sorghum and uses a specially prepared high-temperature Daqu as the saccharification and fermentation agent. It employs the traditional mixed steaming process, undergoes slow fermentation at suitable temperatures in old cellars, is distilled by batch, and the liquor is collected in segments. The distilled spirits are then sorted and stored in different grades, followed by careful blending. It boasts a rich cellar aroma, a mellow and sweet taste, harmonious fragrance, a clean finish, and a long aftertaste. In the late Qing Dynasty, Shuanggou Daqu liquor produced in Shuanggou Town, Sihong, was entered into the Nanyang Famous Liquors Competition and was awarded first place along with a gold medal. At the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd National Famous Liquors Evaluation Conferences held in 1952, 1964, and 1976 respectively, Shuanggou Daqu was named a National Famous Liquor and received the National Quality Food Gold Medal. In the same year, it also won the Golden Cup Award at the Ministry of Light Industry’s Liquor Quality Competition.