Shui Jing Fang Phoenix Baijiu Wellbay Collection (1L, 53%)

This is a strong-aroma (nong xiang) baijiu from Shui Jing Fang, bottled at 53% vol in a 1 litre bottle. It belongs to the limited-edition Wellbay Collection, in which each bottle honours an auspicious mythical creature; the Phoenix, king of birds, stands for nobility and elegance. The spirit is made from a mixed grain bill of sorghum, rice, wheat and corn at the Shui Jing distillery in Chengdu, Sichuan, whose heritage goes back to a well dug in 1408. The nose is floral with plum and dried prune. The palate is refreshing, with subtle sweetness and earthy character, and the finish is clean and crisp.