Luzhou Laojiao Zisha Daqu
Luzhou Laojiao Zisha Daqu is a 52% ABV (104 proof), 375mL strong-aroma (nóngxiāng) baijiu from Luzhou, Sichuan — the definitive example of China's most beloved baijiu style. Distilled from red glutinous sorghum in the distillery's centuries-old fermentation pits (the Luzhou Laojiao cellar dates to 1573), it is presented in an unpolished purple Zisha clay bottle — "Zisha" meaning purple clay — whose porous walls let the spirit breathe and mellow. It is available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 52% (104 proof)
- Size: 375mL
- Style: strong-aroma (nóngxiāng) baijiu
- Base: red glutinous sorghum, centuries-old pits
- Bottle: purple Zisha clay, satin-lined gift box
- Origin: Luzhou, Sichuan, China (cellar est. 1573)
The Clay Bottle That Breathes
Zisha Daqu's purple clay bottle is functional, not decorative: the porous clay lets the baijiu breathe and continue to mellow, the same principle as the Yixing teapots made from the same clay. Inside is strong-aroma baijiu at its most classic — pineapple, anise, and fermented-grain depth from pits older than most nations. Discover more baijiu or Luzhou Laojiao at Del Mesa Liquor.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Ripe pineapple, anise, and fermented grain (retailer notes).
Palate: Bold and savory-sweet — tropical fruit, earth, white pepper.
Finish: Long, warming, unmistakably nóngxiāng.
How to Enjoy
Serve at room temperature in small cups, neat — the traditional way. Sip slowly; 52% demands respect. Pairs with rich Sichuan fare.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is strong-aroma baijiu?
Nóngxiāng (浓香), the most popular baijiu aroma style — bold, fruity, and savory, pioneered by Luzhou Laojiao.
What does "Zisha" mean?
Purple clay — the porous bottle material that lets the spirit breathe and age.
How old is Luzhou Laojiao?
Its cellar was established in 1573, among the oldest continuously operating distilleries in China.
How do you drink baijiu?
Neat at room temperature in small cups, traditionally with food and company.
Four centuries of strong aroma in clay — order Luzhou Laojiao Zisha Daqu online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.