Huadu
Time-Honored BrandHuadu · Beijing · Founded
Huadu, a Beijing-based liquor brand, is renowned for inheriting the traditional Erguotou distillation technique. Though its founding year remains unverified, it embodies the rich flavors of Beijing's liquor culture, blending crisp Erguotou with mellow sauce-aroma baijiu.
Brand Story
Huadu Distillery traces its roots to Beijing, with a history dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties' liquor workshops. Historical records indicate that Beijing's Erguotou brewing technique originated during the Kangxi reign (1662-1722) of the Qing Dynasty, pioneered by the Yuanshenghao liquor workshop outside Qianmen, and later spread throughout the capital. As a key player in Beijing's liquor industry, Huadu inherited this traditional craft. In the 1970s, Huadu Distillery was established in Changping and received technical guidance from Moutai Distillery, producing 'Huadu Sauce-Aroma Baijiu' with a sauce-aroma style, becoming one of the representatives of northern sauce-aroma baijiu. Huadu's story is a microcosm of Beijing's liquor culture, blending the crispness of Erguotou with the richness of sauce-aroma, reflecting the inclusiveness and innovation of Beijing culture. Its products are not only popular locally but also sold nationwide, making Huadu a inheritor of Beijing's time-honored liquor culture.
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Signature Products
A light-aroma baijiu crafted with traditional Erguotou techniques, offering a crisp and clean taste, making it a daily staple for Beijing residents. (30-100 RMB)
A sauce-aroma baijiu influenced by Moutai's techniques, featuring a full-bodied profile with prominent sauce aroma, ideal for banquets and collection. (200-800 RMB)
A strong-aroma baijiu blending traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, delivering rich aromas and a lingering finish that embodies Beijing's local charm. (100-300 RMB)
Stores & Addresses
Located in: Beijing（北京）
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Cultural Note
Huadu Distillery adheres to traditional brewing techniques, emphasizing the 'Lao Wu Zeng' (five-steamer) process and the 'cutting the head and tail' method of spirit collection to ensure pure quality. Meanwhile, Huadu actively promotes Beijing's liquor culture, participating in intangible cultural heritage protection, and combining Erguotou techniques with sauce-aroma craftsmanship to create a unique style. Its brewing process emphasizes the harmony of 'water, grain, starter, and pit,' reflecting the Chinese baijiu philosophy of 'unity of heaven and humanity.'
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a "China Time-Honored Brand" (中华老字号)?
A China Time-Honored Brand is a designation by China’s Ministry of Commerce for brands with a long history that inherit products, craftsmanship or services across generations and have operated continuously to the present.
When was Huadu founded?
Huadu was founded in null, originating in Beijing, Beijing, primarily in the Liquor & Spirits field.
What is the signature product of Huadu?
Its signature product is Huadu Erguotou. See the "Signature / Buy Online" section on this page for more products and shopping links.
Where can I find the official list of China Time-Honored Brands?
You can log into the MOFCOM "China Time-Honored Brand Information Management System", or browse this site’s brand directory — we have profiled 1,451 time-honored brands.
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