Hooch and Hard Liquor in East Asia: A Political Economy (1) (Routledge Contemporary Asia Series)

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Synopsis
Liquor has become a “party” in East Asia – a beverage phenomenon popular among countries throughout the region. But, in fact, each country of East Asia has experienced a different evolution of spirits. Indeed, there is a liquor idiosyncrasy to each country of East Asia. Moreover, hooch is the popular alcoholic beverage for the lower classes while more sophisticated spirits are exclusive to the higher classes.The book examines liquor: moonshine and retail liquor in East Asia. It analyzes the following questions as to why liquor is becoming so popular in East Asia. Why is production of liquor in East Asia becoming so financially lucrative? Why has the production of hooch (moonshine) become so lucrative? In fact, the production and consumption of liquor in East Asian have become crucial as East Asia enters a period of craft liquor.A valuable resource for academics, students, and professionals interested in public policy, history, political economy, consumer goods in East Asia, and the evolution of hooch and hard liquor in East Asia.
Copyright:
2025

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Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
272 Pages
ISBN-13:
9781040329955
Related ISBNs:
9781003486312, 9781040329931, 9781032781242
Publisher:
Taylor & Francis
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
selection and editorial matter, Paul Chambers and Nithi Nuangjamnong
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
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No
Categories:
Nonfiction, Business and Finance, Social Studies, Sociology
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Bookshare Staff
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This is a copyrighted book.
Edited by:
null Paul Chambers
Edited by:
null Nithi Nuangjamnong

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