The Fenjiu Christmas Fizz is a floral, sparkling, Chinese-inspired cocktail that pairs Fenjiu baijiu with jasmine liqueur, dry vermouth, and your favorite bubbly. It comes together right in the flute in just 5 minutes, which makes it a joy for holiday toasts.
A Little About Fenjiu
Baijiu is a Chinese grain spirit, and Fenjiu comes from Xinghua Village in Fenyang, Shanxi province, a place with a long tradition of making spirits. It is best known for its light-aroma style, made from sorghum fermented with a barley and pea starter. The modern distillery was founded in 1949, and Fenjiu was named one of China’s Four Famous Spirits in 1952.
It also won a gold medal at the International Wine and Spirit Competition in 2019, which helped bring it to a wider audience in the UK. In this fizz, the baijiu meets Muyu Jasmine Verte, a floral liqueur created by bartender Monica Berg to be served with champagne, so the pairing feels both timeless and new.
Variations
- Use any other bottle from the Fenjiu range in place of the Fen Chiew 10 Year Old.
- Another aromatic floral or fruit liqueur can stand in for Muyu Jasmine Verte.
- Another dry white vermouth works beautifully in place of Noilly Prat Extra Dry.
- Champagne, Prosecco, or Cava all make a lovely top-up.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fenjiu baijiu?
Baijiu is a Chinese spirit, and Fenjiu is a long-established baijiu producer. The Fen Chiew 10 Year Old used in this recipe is a sorghum-based spirit.
What is in a Fenjiu Christmas Fizz?
Four ingredients: Fenjiu Fen Chiew 10 Year Old, Muyu Jasmine Verte Liqueur, Noilly Prat Extra Dry Vermouth, and Champagne, Prosecco, or Cava, finished with a lemon zest garnish.
Can I use Prosecco instead of Champagne?
Yes! Prosecco and Cava both work perfectly for the top-up.
Why Lush Life Loves It
I love a Christmas toast with a little surprise in it, and this fizz delivers one beautifully. It is elegant enough for a celebration, easy enough to make in a moment, and a wonderful way to introduce friends to baijiu. If you enjoy baijiu cocktails, my Fenjiu Shanxi Mule and Fenjiu Tea Punch are two more favorites.
Here is the recipe
Fenjiu Christmas Fizz Cocktail
Ingredients
- 35 ml Fenjiu Fen Chiew 10 Year Old or another Fenjiu in the range
- 20 ml Muyu Jasmine Verte Liqueur or another aromatic floral or fruit liqueur
- 10 ml Noilly Prat Extra Dry Vermouth or another dry white vermouth
- Champagne Prosecco or Cava
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a flute
- Stir gently
- Top up with Champagne, Prosecco or Cava
- Garnish with lemon zest