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UKBaijiu
/beɪdʒɪuː/
/beɪdʒɪuː/Baijiu
[NOUN]
What is "baijiu"?
Baijiu is a type of Chinese distilled alcoholic beverage made from fermented and distilled grains, such as sorghum, wheat, and rice. It is usually 40-60% alcohol by volume and is popular in many countries around the world. Baijiu is usually clear and has a strong, distinctive flavor. It is often served neat or with a mixer, and is also used to make a variety of cocktails. It is also used in cooking, and is often used to add flavor to sauces and marinades. Baijiu is typically made with sorghum, wheat, and/or rice, and is usually bottled at 40-60% alcohol by volume.
Examples
1. - I gotta be honest, I like baijiu.
2. Baijiu is typically made by mixing steamed sorghum grains, water, and a special fermentation agent called jiuqu.
3. So, baijiu, same thing, we're gonna pour it in.
4. Mr. Liu generously gave us a box of Baijiu, an extremely strong liquor, to keep us warm tonight.
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