Soeos Shaoxing Cooking Wine Rice Wine 640 ml (2-Pack) — Authentic Chinese Cooking, Umami Boost

Soeos Shaoxing Cooking Wine is a traditional Chinese rice wine made for cooking, delivering savory depth and umami to stir-fries, braises, marinades, and soups.

Made from fermented rice using time-honored techniques, this Shaoxing cooking wine is formulated specifically to enhance savory dishes without overpowering them. Packaged as a convenient 640 ml bottle and sold in a two-pack, it provides consistent seasoning and aromatic complexity that many Chinese restaurants rely on. Use it whenever a recipe calls for classic Chinese rice wine to unlock richer flavors and more balanced sauces.

How will Soeos Shaoxing wine change my everyday cooking?

This cooking wine adds a layered savory note and mild acidity that harmonizes ingredients, helping proteins and vegetables taste fuller and more rounded. It integrates quickly into stocks, marinades, and pan sauces, enriching both quick stir-fries and slow braises.

• Improves umami and mouthfeel in stir-fries and soups
• Tenderizes meat when used in marinades
• De-glazes pans to make glossy, flavorful sauces
• Balances richness in fatty or oily dishes

When and how should I add Shaoxing wine during cooking?

For the best impact, add Shaoxing wine when the cooking temperature is at its peak — typically during stir-frying or while braising — so the alcohol briefly cooks off and the aromatic compounds distribute evenly. For marinades, let proteins soak for 20–60 minutes to allow flavor and tenderization.

• Stir-fry: add near the end to finish sauces
• Braise: add early to build depth over time
• Marinade: combine with soy, ginger, and garlic for 20–60 minutes
• Dumplings: splash into filling for added fragrance

Can Soeos Shaoxing wine be used outside traditional Chinese recipes?

Absolutely — its savory profile and mild acidity make it a useful seasoning in many cuisines. Use it to finish pan sauces for pork or fish, add complexity to risottos, or replace a portion of white wine in recipes where you want a subtle rice-wine character.

• Enhances pan sauces for poultry and seafood
• Substitutes for white wine in savory recipes
• Adds depth to grain dishes like risotto or pilaf
• Works well in fusion marinades and glazes

Soeos Shaoxing Cooking Wine is crafted for cooks who want authentic flavor without complexity. The regular cooking-wine formula focuses on consistent seasoning rather than sipping quality, making it ideal for everyday kitchens and professional settings alike. Each 640 ml bottle in this two-pack offers enough volume for frequent use, and Soeos quality standards aim to provide reliable taste and aroma every time.

Who is this for? Home cooks experimenting with Asian recipes, busy chefs seeking a dependable kitchen staple, and anyone wanting to deepen savory notes in marinades, stir-fries, and braises. If you prepare dishes that benefit from a gentle boost of umami and fragrance, this Shaoxing rice cooking wine is a practical, pantry-ready addition.

Ingredients

Rice, Water, Wheat, Salt, Caramel