Lidu
Time-Honored BrandLidu · Jiangxi · Founded
Lidu liquor, originating from Jiangxi Province, is renowned for its Yuan Dynasty distillery site. It embodies a millennium of brewing craftsmanship and the rich culture of the Ganpo region, offering a醇厚 aroma and a taste that has endured through centuries.
Brand Story
Lidu's history traces back to the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368), with its distillery site located in Lidu Town, Jinxian County, Nanchang City, Jiangxi Province. This site is one of the key birthplaces of Chinese baijiu production. Archaeological discoveries have unearthed brewing relics from the Yuan, Ming (1368-1644), and Qing (1644-1912) dynasties, including earthen vats, fermentation pits, and distillation equipment, proving that local brewing techniques were already sophisticated in the Yuan era. By the Ming Dynasty, Lidu wine had gained fame far and wide, and in the Qing Dynasty, it became a celebrated liquor of Jiangxi. Crafted from high-quality rice, Lidu employs traditional solid-state fermentation and distillation, resulting in a full-bodied spirit with a distinctive aroma. Its brewing techniques, passed down through generations, integrate local water, soil, and culture, making it a living fossil of Ganpo liquor culture. More than just a beverage, Lidu carries centuries of local customs and commercial history, and its site provides crucial physical evidence for studying the origins of Chinese baijiu.
“Lidu Liquor: A Thousand Years of Heritage, Still Aromatic.”
Signature Products
Crafted from sorghum using traditional methods, this classic Lidu offering boasts a full body and a lingering finish. (300-500 RMB per bottle)
Made from premium sorghum, this liquor is mellow and sweet with a balanced aroma, ideal for daily consumption and banquets. (200-300 RMB per bottle)
Fermented in the historic Yuan Dynasty pits, this liquor is rich and full-bodied with a pronounced aged aroma, steeped in historical depth. (500-800 RMB per bottle)
Stores & Addresses
Located in: Jiangxi（江西）
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Cultural Note
Lidu's brewing techniques date back to the Yuan Dynasty, evolving over centuries with traditional solid-state fermentation and distillation, emphasizing raw material selection and pit maintenance. The process is closely tied to local climate and soil, reflecting a philosophy of harmony between nature and humanity. The discovery of the Lidu Yuan Dynasty distillery site confirms the long history of distilled liquor technology in China, holding significant value for the study of Chinese liquor culture.
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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 Lidu founded?
Lidu was founded in null, originating in Jiangxi, Jiangxi, primarily in the Liquor & Spirits field.
What is the signature product of Lidu?
Its signature product is Lidu Sorghum 1955. See the "Signature / Buy Online" section on this page for more products and shopping links.
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