CBC Baijiu Basic Certificate

This entry level Chinese Baijiu Certificate (CBC) program is dedicated to educating individuals about Baijiu, the world's largest category of spirits. Despite its global prominence, Baijiu remains under appreciated by much of the younger generation.

This program aims to bridge the knowledge gap by aligning with international tasting standards, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of Baijiu on the global stage

CBC Baijiu (Advanced) Course

The advanced level Chinese Baijiu Certificate (CBC) is designed for those who seek to deepen their knowledge of Chinese Baijiu, focusing on understanding its historical significance, production techniques, and diverse flavor profiles.

The course aims to provide participants with comprehensive knowledge that will allow them to distinguish between different types of Baijiu and develop advanced tasting skills.

CBC Baijiu Basic Certificate

After completing the course, you will be able to:

- Understand what Baijiu is, including its production process and historical background.
- Learn how to drink Baijiu professionally and discover its complex flavours.
- Develop the ability to distinguish between different Baijiu aroma categories.
- Learn how to identify a bottle of quality Baijiu.
- Understand the differences in Baijiu fermentation starters.
- Understand the factors that influence Baijiu pricing, even within the same distillery.
- Compare Baijiu with other spirits like whisky and brandy to highlight key differences.
- Differences between aged and new Baijiu and determine which types are best suited for aging.

CBC Baijiu (Advanced) Course

After completing the course, you will be able to: 

• Gain a deeper understanding of various Baijiu production regions and characteristics of different aroma types.
• Learn the distinction between major Baijiu producers, and how industry leaders rose to prominence.
• Analyze current trends in the Baijiu market, and explore the future potential of aroma-rich Baijiu varieties.
• Develop the skills to differentiate quality levels of Baijiu, through a better understanding of raw materials, production methods, and quality indicators.
• Understand the unique elements of Baijiu production.

CBC Baijiu Basic Certificate

• The History and Evolution of Baijiu: The origins and legends, the invention of distillation technology, and the definition of Baijiu.

• Factors Influencing Quality and Brewing: Quality factors, types of fermentation starters, and the Baijiu brewing process.

• Types and Categories of Baijiu: Classification based on raw materials, production process, and aroma types.

• Baijiu Tasting Techniques: Colour observation, aroma analysis, taste evaluation, and assessment

CBC Baijiu (Advanced) Course

• Introduction to the Baijiu Industry: Overview of Baijiu production regions and the major production belts in China. History and evolution of the Baijiu industry, including insights into leading Baijiu producers.Market analysis with a focus on the rise of sauce-aroma Baijiu and its future potential.

• Baijiu Production Techniques: In-depth exploration of the raw materials used in Baijiu production. Understanding the role of fermentation starters (qu) and their impact on Baijiu aroma and quality. Detailed breakdown of production techniques for major aroma types. Learn the processes behind Baijiu aging and flavor design.

• Twelve Aroma Types of Baijiu: Introduction to the four basic aromas and the eight derivative aroma types of Baijiu. Tasting and comparison of representative Baijiu brands from each aroma category.

• Advanced Baijiu Tasting and Evaluation: Learn to assess Baijiu quality through color, aroma, taste, and overall balance. Develop blind tasting techniques and understand the key factors in Baijiu scoring and evaluation.

CBC Baijiu Basic Certificate + CBC Baijiu (Advanced) Course

16 hours (2 days)

CBC Baijiu (Advanced) Course *course runs will be together with Basic+Advanced class

14 hours (1.5 days)

CBC Baijiu Basic Certificate

20 Multiple Choice Questions by the end of the day.

CBC Baijiu (Advanced) Course

1 hour - Multiple Choice Questions, Short Answers Questions and Blind Tastings. 60% passing marks

CBC Baijiu Basic Certificate

Upon successful completion of the course, a certificate suitable for framing and a lapel pin from Chinese Baijiu Certificate (CBC) will be awarded.

CBC Baijiu (Advanced) Course

Upon successful completion of the course, a certificate suitable for framing and a lapel pin from Chinese Baijiu Certificate (CBC) will be awarded.