Carved wine is named after the carved flowers on the altar.

Huadiao wine is a kind of yellow rice wine and a traditional characteristic wine in China. Named after the colorful sculpture decoration painted on the outside of the jar. Because ancient craftsmen painted beautiful patterns such as landscapes and flowers on the outside of the jar, they were called "carved flowers". Later, people called it "carving flowers" because carving flowers is difficult. Therefore, the carved wine is named after the carved flowers on the altar.

According to records, Huadiao wine originated in Dawenkou culture period 6000 years ago, which represents the long-standing wine culture in China. Among the carved wines in various places, the oldest brand is Shaoxing, Zhejiang. There are many kinds of Shaoxing wine, including Yuan red wine, yellow wine, good wine, Xiangxue wine and carved wine, among which carved wine is the most distinctive.

Recommended drinking method of Huadiao wine;

1, drinking in winter

The drinking method in winter is to add ginger and medlar into the carved wine and heat it to about 45 degrees. You can also beat eggs into wine, which will be like egg blossoms after heating. Pour into the cup, the wine is fragrant and warm, and the fine products are slow and memorable. It is really delicious.

2. Drinking in summer

The drinking method in summer is to put a few preserved plums in Huadiao wine (ginger and medlar are not allowed, so it is advisable to eat less in summer), heat it slightly with an electric kettle (preferably a small casserole), and then cook it for about 10 minute. When it is cooled to room temperature, it can be stored in the refrigerator, preferably 10- 15℃, or with ice cubes. It shouldn't be like drinking beer, so you can feel its real taste by sipping it slowly.