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| − | '''Baijiu''' ([[Chinese]]: 白酒; Meaning: "white wine") is a fermented [[Chinese]] [[alcoholic beverage|alcohol]], made from [[rice]] and other grains. It is clear, odorless and very strong, typically over 50% alcohol. Baijiu is served unmixed at room temperature, although it is occasionally served warm like [[sake]]. The price of baijiu varies greatly; one pint of baijiu can cost as little as 6元 (under 1 | + | '''Baijiu''' ([[Chinese]]: 白酒; Meaning: "white wine") is a fermented [[Chinese]] [[alcoholic beverage|alcohol]], made from [[rice]] and other grains. It is clear, odorless and very strong, typically over 50% alcohol. Baijiu is served unmixed at room temperature, although it is occasionally served warm like [[sake]]. The price of baijiu varies greatly; one pint of baijiu can cost as little as 6元 (under $1) or as much as 400元 (about $60). |
[[Category:Alcoholic Beverages]] | [[Category:Alcoholic Beverages]] | ||
[[Category:Chinese Food]] | [[Category:Chinese Food]] | ||
Revision as of 20:51, March 25, 2010
Baijiu (Chinese: 白酒; Meaning: "white wine") is a fermented Chinese alcohol, made from rice and other grains. It is clear, odorless and very strong, typically over 50% alcohol. Baijiu is served unmixed at room temperature, although it is occasionally served warm like sake. The price of baijiu varies greatly; one pint of baijiu can cost as little as 6元 (under $1) or as much as 400元 (about $60).