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How many batches of Maotai are there?

Maotai production is carried out in nine batches over the course of a year. Moutai liquor is the most famous Chinese liquor, likes whiskey in Scotland, and brandy in France. [2, 3] Moutai liquor is primarily produced in Kweichow province in southwest China and plays a critical role in the Chinese liquor industry.

How is Maotai flavour liquor made?

Maotai-flavour liquor, which has been widely consumed in China for centuries, is carried out under solid-state and extreme fermentation conditions. The starter of Maotai-flavour liquor, Daqu, provides the enzymes and microorganisms for the fermentation, which is made above 60°C (3). Moreover, the pH of fermentation condition is <5.0.

What is Maotai flavor baijiu?

The formation process of Maotai flavor in Maotai flavor Baijiu is precisely the reflection of mutual regulation and mutual growth of functional microorganisms in these bacteria.

What is Maotai baijiu?

Maotai is a world-famous traditional Baijiu with complex taste and aroma, which are considered to be strongly influenced by the quality of fermentation technology (Xu and Ji, 2012). Maotai production is carried out in nine batches over the course of a year.

Who made Maotai liquor?

Legend has it that the original inhabitants of Maotai Town on the banks of the Chishui or Red River (which marks the boundary between the Sichuan and Guizhou Provinces of Southwest China) were adept at making this liquor during the reign of Emperor Dayu.

What makes Kweichow Moutai unique?

The unique flavor of Kweichow Moutai relies largely on the equally unique climate, water and environment found in Maotai Town (Figs. 15.1 and 15.2); as a result, it is impossible to distill Kweichow Moutai anywhere else in the world.