Baijiu: The World's Favorite Spirit

With Chinese Characteristics

English - September 05, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB - ★★★★★ - 29 ratings
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Baijiu is China's national alcohol, and the world's most drunk spirit.

Despite it's fearsome reputation amongst the uninitiated, there is more to baijiu than its fiery taste and aggressive ABV.

Join us as we sample the major varieties of Baijiu, learn about its history, and discuss its future.

A special thanks to Derek Sandhaus and his book Drunk in China.