Yanghe Spirit Classic
Yanghe Spirit Classic, with its rich legacy of over a millennium in Chinese liquor production, stands as a paragon of quality and tradition. Renowned for its ‘mellow’ flavor profile—smoother and more pleasing than traditional baijiu—Yanghe’s unique flavor is credited to the natural conditions surrounding its distillery.
Yanghe aims to reshape global perceptions of baijiu as being too strong or prohibitively expensive. Yanghe offers a diverse range of products tailored to various tastes and budgets, thus ensuring exceptional value and competitive pricing for international consumers.
History and origin
Yanghe Distillery, with a 1,300-year history in Jiangsu Province, China, produces baijiu renowned for its full-bodied, fragrant, and distinct taste.
This exceptional quality comes from its natural water source and microorganism-rich soil, combined with traditional distillation techniques.
Originating in the Sui and Tang dynasties, Yanghe is now an industry leader celebrated for its innovation and commitment to tradition.
What is Yanghe spirit classic?
Yanghe spirit classic, a product line under Yanghe Distillery, targets mid-range consumers with its product variants of Sky Blue, aged over six years, and Ocean Blue, aged three years. For elite consumers, Yanghe offers high-end ranges such as Dream Blue that are aged over 15 years.
With a commitment to preserving the heritage of baijiu production, Yanghe Spirit Classic uses centuries-old fermentation methods. This includes storing a ‘base liquor’ in underground cellars, a tradition dating back centuries, to ensure precise flavour and production control. The result is a baijiu that is sweet, mild, soft, clean, and fragrant.
What are the ingredients in Yanghe Spirit Classic?
Yanghe Spirit Classic is crafted from high-quality sorghum, wheat, rice, and water sourced from the pristine regions surrounding the distillery.
Types of Yanghe Spirit Classic
Yanghe Spirit Classic is available in several distinctive varieties, each offering a unique tasting experience:
Sky Blue (Tianzhilan)
Yanghe Spirit Classic Sky Blue, is a versatile baijiu renowned for its refined aroma and smooth texture. Aged in porcelain for over six years, it offers a clean, elegant profile with a pure, enduring aftertaste. Yanghe Spirit Classic Sky Blue, available in 42% and 52% ABV, features aromas of vanilla, oak, and florals, with flavors of caramel, dried fruits, honey, and gentle spice, offering a well-rounded, silky finish.
Ocean Blue (Haizhilan)
The Yanghe Spirit Classic Ocean Blue, available at 42% and 52% ABV, is prized for its subtle, full-bodied nature with a lingering sweetness, offering aromas of oak, vanilla, and caramel, and a palate of ripe fruits, spices, and oak with a sophisticated, smooth finish. Enthusiasts favour this baijiu for its refreshing and mellow taste.
Dream Blue (M6) (Mengzhilan)
Yanghe M6 series embodies high-end quality, utilizing underground ageing for rich flavours. Available in 52% and 40.8% ABV, this baijiu embodies high-end quality with underground aging, offering luxurious floral, citrus, and spice aromas, along with rich fruit, vanilla, and oak flavors, and a balanced, velvety texture.
Dream Blue (M3) (Mengzhilan)
Yanghe Dream Blue M3, available in 52% and 40.8% ABV, offers a high-end baijiu experience with floral, citrus, and spice aromas, ripe fruit, vanilla, and oak flavors, and a clean, lingering finish.
Tasting notes
Yanghe classic spirit offers a variety of tasting experiences:
- Sky Blue presents a refined profile of vanilla, dried fruits, and spices.
- Ocean Blue boasts rich oak, caramel, and a sweet finish.
- Dream Blue (M3 and M6) offers floral, citrus, and spice aromas with rich fruit and vanilla flavours, finishing clean and sophisticated.
Exhibiting a refined, mellow character, it often features hints of sweetness and a subtle grain aroma, leading to a clean, lingering finish, though flavours may vary slightly across expressions.
Food pairings
Yanghe spirit classic is highly versatile, pairing seamlessly with a wide array of dishes, both savoury and sweet.
Ideal for traditional Chinese dishes like Peking duck, dumplings, and spicy Sichuan cuisine, its refined taste enhances and complements these flavors.
How to drink Yanghe spirit classic?
Yanghe Spirit Classic is best enjoyed neat or slightly chilled, whether served in small ceramic cups or paired with light appetizers or meals.
Drinking it traditionally involves serving it at room temperature or slightly warmed to fully appreciate its rich flavours.
Alternatively, it can be used in cocktails for a modern twist, blending its flavours with other ingredients to create innovative drinks.
Notable awards
Yanghe Spirit Classic has earned numerous awards, solidifying its position as a top-tier brand in the premium baijiu market.
Sky Blue, a part of the Classic series, has received notable accolades. Yanghe itself has been recognized in various prestigious rankings, including the FT Global 500, BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Chinese Brands, Brand Finance’s Most Valuable Spirit Brands, and Forbes’ Asia Fab 50 Companies.
What is the price of Yanghe Spirit Classic in Malaysia?
In Malaysia, the price of Yanghe baijiu varies depending on the variant. The Dream Blue bottle typically costs several hundred ringgit, while the highly sought-after Yanghe Spirit Classics, including the Ocean Blue and Sky Blue variants, range from RM160 to RM300, depending on their alcohol percentage.
Experience the elegance of Yanghe Spirit Classic
Whether you’re a seasoned baijiu enthusiast or a curious newcomer, Yanghe promises a memorable tasting experience.
Let each sip guide you through Yanghe’s rich history and unparalleled craftsmanship, where tradition blends seamlessly with perfection in every drop. Grab a bottle of Yanghe now while stock lasts!