KinMen KaoLiang Liquor 58% [600ML]

Description

Looking for an authentic baijiu that delivers exceptional smoothness despite its impressive strength?

Kinmen Kaoliang Liquor represents Taiwan’s most celebrated baijiu tradition, crafted from premium sorghum on the historic Kinmen island. This light aroma baijiu has earned its reputation as Taiwan’s top-selling spirit through meticulous distillation and a remarkably clean profile free from harsh off-notes. Unlike heavier baijiu styles, this expression offers approachable complexity that rivals premium spirits like Japanese blended whiskies in its refined character, while maintaining the distinctive sorghum backbone that makes it uniquely Taiwanese.

**Technical Specifications:**
• Origin: Kinmen Island, Taiwan – renowned distilling heritage since 1962
• Base: Premium sorghum with wheat, corn, rice, and glutinous rice mashes
• ABV: 40% – perfectly balanced strength for versatility
• Volume: 600ml
• Style: Light aroma baijiu with crystal clear appearance
• Tasting Notes: Nose reveals stewed bananas and cherries with mineral undertones. Palate delivers sweet cereal, toasted nuts, and sesame paste with surprising velvety mouthfeel. Finish is long and pristine with cereals, nuttiness, and faint dark chocolate bitterness
• Best Served: Room temperature in small glasses, or chilled for cocktails

Our team at Mr. Chow’s Liquor Store has evaluated numerous baijiu expressions, and this Gold Medal SFWSC 2017 winner consistently impresses with its remarkable smoothness and complete absence of harsh gasoline notes that plague lesser spirits.

Ideal for: Chinese New Year celebrations, business dinners, and introducing newcomers to premium baijiu. Pairs with: Spicy Malaysian dishes like char siu, beef rendang, and hot pot preparations. Recommended for: Collectors seeking authentic Asian spirits or those who appreciate cask strength expressions and unique botanical spirits with distinctive character.