Shui Jing Fang #8 52% Baijiu 水井坊臻酿八号 500ml

Bundle:
1 Bottle - $138 Nett 
3 Bottles - $129 Nett Each
6 Bottles - $119 Nett Each

The Shui Jing Fang #8 Baijiu (水井坊 臻酿八号) is one of the flagship expressions from Shui Jing Fang, one of China's oldest and most respected premium baijiu producers. The name "Zhenniang #8" (臻酿八号) pays tribute to the historic No. 8 fermentation pit at the Shui Jing Fang distillery in Chengdu, Sichuan. Used continuously for centuries, this legendary mud pit has developed a unique microbial ecosystem that contributes to the spirit's signature elegance, depth, and aromatic complexity.

Crafted using a traditional multi-grain recipe, the spirit undergoes solid-state fermentation in centuries-old mud pits before careful maturation and expert blending by Shui Jing Fang's master distillers. As a classic Strong Aroma (浓香型 / Nong Xiang) baijiu, Shui Jing Fang #8 offers a refined balance of ripe fruit, floral aromatics, grain sweetness, and a silky, rounded mouthfeel. Designed as a contemporary expression of the distillery's centuries-old craftsmanship, it delivers an approachable yet authentic premium baijiu experience suitable for both experienced enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

Tasting Notes

Colour:
Crystal clear and brilliant.

Nose:
Elegant aromas of ripe pear, pineapple, white flowers, steamed grains, light honey, and delicate fermented fruit with subtle herbal nuances.

Palate:
Rich, smooth, and full-bodied with layers of sweet grain, tropical fruit, pear, gentle umami, light spice, and a velvety texture. Beautifully balanced with the signature elegance and softness of Shui Jing Fang's Strong Aroma style.

Finish:
Long, clean, and warming with lingering grain sweetness, floral notes, and refined spice.