How to Make Homemade Chinese Rice Wine (Mijiu)171

Mijiu, also known as Chinese rice wine, is a traditional alcoholic beverage that has been enjoyed in China for centuries. It is typically made from fermented glutinous rice, and can vary in alcohol content from 12% to 20%. Mijiu is often served warm, and can be enjoyed on its own or used in cooking.

Making your own mijiu at home is a relatively simple process, but it does require some time and patience. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to make mijiu:

Ingredients:* 5 pounds glutinous rice
* 1 pound sweet rice
* 2 ounces qū (酒曲; Chinese rice wine yeast)
* Water

Equipment:* Large pot or container
* Steamer
* Cheesecloth or muslin
* Funnel
* Glass jars or bottles

Instructions:1. Prepare the rice. Rinse the glutinous rice and sweet rice several times in cold water. Drain the rice and spread it out on a baking sheet. Allow the rice to air-dry for 2-3 hours, or until the rice is completely dry to the touch.
2. Steam the rice. Line a steamer with cheesecloth or muslin. Place the rice in the steamer and steam over boiling water for 2 hours.
3. Cool the rice. Remove the rice from the steamer and spread it out on a baking sheet. Allow the rice to cool completely to room temperature.
4. Add the qū. Crumble the qū into a fine powder. Add the powdered qū to the cooled rice and mix well.
5. Ferment the rice. Place the rice-qū mixture in a large pot or container. Add enough water to cover the rice by about 2 inches. Cover the pot or container with a lid or plastic wrap and store it in a warm place (70-80 degrees Fahrenheit).
6. Stir the rice daily. Stir the rice mixture daily to prevent it from clumping. After 7-10 days, the rice will begin to ferment and will produce a sweet, boozy aroma.
7. Strain the mijiu. Line a colander with cheesecloth or muslin. Pour the fermented rice mixture into the colander and allow the mijiu to drain into a large pot or container.
8. Bottle the mijiu. Funnel the mijiu into glass jars or bottles. Seal the jars or bottles tightly and store them in a cool, dark place for at least 3 months before drinking.

Tips:* You can use a variety of different types of qū to make mijiu. Different types of qū will produce different flavors of mijiu.
* The longer you ferment the mijiu, the stronger the flavor will be.
* Mijiu can be stored for several years. The flavor of the mijiu will improve with age.

Variations:* Sweet mijiu: Add 1 cup of sugar to the fermented rice mixture before bottling.
* Spiced mijiu: Add 1 teaspoon of your favorite spices (such as cinnamon, cloves, or ginger) to the fermented rice mixture before bottling.
* Fruit mijiu: Add 1 cup of your favorite fruit (such as peaches, plums, or berries) to the fermented rice mixture before bottling.

Enjoy your homemade mijiu!

2024-11-22

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