DALIAN, China -- Producers of baijiu, a traditional Chinese liquor, have been focusing on creating lower-alcohol versions since social drinking events with the strong spirit are declining. This shift has been driven by the government's stricter frugality measures amid China's ongoing economic slowdown.
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China's struggling baijiu makers seek lower alcohol to lift spirit
Traditional distilled liquor hit by changing drinking culture and new frugality measures
The traditional Chinese distilled liquor baijiu has been central to social interactions in China. (Photo by Kohei Fujimura)
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