Red Star Er Guo Tou

Red Star Er Guo Tou is one of Beijing’s iconic “light aroma” baijius, distilled from sorghum and fermented using traditional qū. At around 53% ABV, it’s robust and sharp, with grainy, earthy, and fruity aromas layered with a hint of floral, but also astringency. It’s typically consumed as a shot during meals or social gatherings and is known for its affordable, everyday — yet characterful — presence in Chinese drinking culture.