Within Taiwan, Kinmen Kaoliang is uniquely synonymous with the spirit. The country consumes an estimated 45,000 liters of its product every day, equivalent to over 80% of all spirits consumed in ...

From toasts with family to business celebrations, alcohol plays a prominent cultural role in Taiwan. Kaoliang, Taiwan’s famous alcoholic beverage, exemplifies the cultural significance of alcohol.

However, before Chen starts casting aspersions at others, she should remember that her own constituency, Kinmen County, has its own cash cow, Kinmen Kaoliang Liquor. Every year, it receives a central ...