in2ebook Chapter 154 On Wine
Chapter 154 On Wine
"Uncle Leng, my wine is still in its initial stage."
I'll improve it further later; the wine then will be much stronger and more flavorful than this one.
Lin Yundan said confidently.
Upon hearing this, Leng Xiyue's eyes flashed with curiosity and surprise.
"Oh? You can make even stronger liquor?"
Lin Yundan nodded, a confident smile on her face.
"Of course. With my alcohol tolerance, the drinks I can drink without feeling any effect are basically low in alcohol content."
"Let me do some more research; I'm sure I can make an even stronger liquor."
Leng Xiyue was puzzled by Lin Yundan's words.
"Low prescription? What do you mean, low prescription? Xiaoyundan, what are you talking about?"
Lin Yundan then realized that people in this martial arts world might not understand the concept of "degree".
So she thought for a moment and explained, "Uh... well, I don't know how to explain it either."
For example, there is a type of wine that has no taste after drinking it, just like drinking water.
Another type of wine has a burning sensation after drinking it, making people want to drink more.
The 'proof' of this liquor refers to the intensity of this burning sensation.
After listening to Lin Yundan's explanation, Leng Xiyue suddenly understood.
"Oh, you mean hops, right?"
Upon hearing this, Lin Yundan couldn't help but feel a little confused: "Wine flowers? Uncle Leng, I don't understand. What are wine flowers?"
Leng Xiyue smiled and explained, "Wine foam refers to the fine bubbles that form on the surface of the wine when it is shaken or poured."
The size, shape, and rate of dissipation of these bubbles are related to the strength of the wine.
Generally speaking, the finer and longer the bubbles, the stronger the liquor and the more intense its flavor.
After hearing Leng Xiyue's explanation, Lin Yundan finally understood.
She nodded thoughtfully and said, "I see. It seems I should pay more attention to the bubbles you mentioned when brewing wine in the future."
Leng Xiyue looked at Lin Yundan with a smile, her eyes full of anticipation.
"Okay, Uncle Leng, don't worry. I'll patiently wait for my little Yundan to make a stronger and more flavorful wine."
Before she could finish speaking, Leng Xiyue saw that Yun Dan was holding a small jar in her hands. The mouth of the jar was tightly tied with red cloth, revealing only a hint of enticing wine aroma.
Without a doubt, this must contain Lin Yundan's newly brewed fine wine.
Lin Yundan gently placed the jar on the table and said with a smile, "Uncle Leng, this is the wine I made this time. Don't drink it too fast, you have to drink it slowly."
Leng Xiyue laughed heartily and patted Lin Yundan on the shoulder.
"Good, good, good, little Yundan, you're so thoughtful. Don't worry, Uncle Leng will definitely savor it carefully and will not let your kindness go to waste."
Lin Yundan earnestly instructed, "This jar of wine will last for a month. I can only brew new wine after a month, and then you can have a taste."
Leng Xiyue nodded, a smile sparkling in her eyes.
"Okay, then let's go cook, and then we can drink and chat to celebrate your hard work and success in making this wine all this time."
After saying that, the two of them went to the kitchen together and started getting busy.
It wasn't really a kitchen; it was a house built of bamboo, surrounded by three walls woven from bamboo, with the front side open.
The kitchen resounded with the clatter of pots and pans, filling the air with the enticing aromas of food and wine.
These pots and pans were all taken out of Yun Dan's spatial storage.
Fortunately, there was space, otherwise Yun Dan would be eating barbecue every day and wouldn't have a chance to cook.
Soon, a sumptuous feast was laid out before them. The two sat around the table, raised their glasses, and talked about their winemaking experiences and their hopes for the future.
Leng Xiyue picked up a piece of carefully cooked fish, gently put it in her mouth, and savored the deliciousness of the fish, a look of intoxication on her face.
He nodded approvingly and said to Lin Yundan, "Little Yundan, your skills are becoming more and more exquisite."
The fish is so tender and smooth, it seems to melt in your mouth. Paired with your carefully crafted wine, it's simply a heavenly delight.
Lin Yundan smiled and replied, "Uncle Leng, I'm glad you like it. The wine is now ready, you can drink a little more."
However, when I brew even stronger liquor in the future, you'll have to drink less, or you'll get drunk easily.
Leng Xiyue laughed and waved her hand, saying, "Actually, Uncle Leng isn't that obsessed with alcohol."
It would be great to have alcohol to drink, but I can manage without it.
But then again, days with fine wine are always more pleasant. Haha…”
Lin Yundan winked mischievously and said, "Uncle Leng, don't say it too soon."
"Once my spirits are ready, you'll taste them and definitely regret what you said today."
Leng Xiyue raised an eyebrow, feigning surprise: "Oh? What do you mean? Is your strong liquor really that good?"
Lin Yundan kept it a secret, deliberately not saying anything.
She simply picked up a piece of food from the plate, took a bite, and then raised her wine glass to gently clink glasses with Leng Xiyue.
Seeing this, Leng Xiyue asked curiously, "Little Yundan, why are you not saying anything? Are you deliberately keeping Uncle Leng in suspense?"
Lin Yundan smiled playfully and said, "Not at all, I'm just waiting for you to taste my strong liquor after I've made it before revealing the answer."
Then you'll know what it truly means to say, "This wine is only found in heaven, rarely tasted on earth."
After saying that, Lin Yundan couldn't help but burst into laughter.
Yun Dan and Leng Xiyue sat at the table, each holding a glass of wine, taking a small sip.
Yun Dan spoke first: "Uncle Leng, what do you think about this chaotic world of martial arts?"
Besides sword fights, grudges, and passions, what else is indispensable?
Leng Xiyue smiled slightly, picked up her wine glass and took a sip, replying, "Of course it's wine."
Wine emboldens heroes; a pot of good wine is enough to dispel a thousand sorrows.
We, the people of the martial world, which one doesn't consider wine a confidant?
Yun Dan nodded in agreement and continued, "Speaking of wine, I am reminded of a legendary figure in the martial arts world, a great swordsman known as the 'God of Wine'."
Upon hearing this, Leng Xiyue's eyes flashed with curiosity, and she asked, "Oh? What's so special about this 'God of Wine'?"
Yun Dan smiled mysteriously and lowered her voice, saying, "This person can drink an enormous amount of alcohol."
It's said he can drink from one end of the village to the other and has never gotten drunk. Isn't that amazing?
Leng Xiyue clicked her tongue in amazement after hearing this.
"How did he master such skills?"
Yun Dan explained, "He has a unique skill called 'Drunken Fist: Never Miss a Strike, Drinking Without Blowing Wind'."
That is to say, he never lets anyone disturb him when he's drinking, nor does he let the wind blow on him.
This way, the alcohol takes effect more slowly, allowing you to drink more rounds.
He also had a strange habit: he always ate peanuts with his drinks.
Leng Xiyue frowned slightly upon hearing this and asked in confusion, "Peanuts? What are those?"
Yun Dan wondered to herself, "Does this world not have peanuts? Or are the peanuts in this world not called peanuts?"
Yun Dan explained, "Peanuts, just like beans, are a perfect match for drinking."
It has an outer shell, inside which are one to five kernels, similar to a soap pod. However, soap pods are long, while peanuts most commonly contain only two kernels.
After hearing this, Leng Xiyue suddenly realized and said, "Oh, you must be talking about ground bean, right? People in other regions also grow it, but the yield is not high."
After listening, Yun Dan nodded in agreement and said, "Although I haven't seen this situation with my own eyes, and the name may be different, it should feel like the same thing."
Let's get back to the main topic! The key point is what happened before that guy started drinking.
Listen to this! That 'God of Wine' is truly extravagant to the extreme! He uses such fine wine to bathe peanuts!
Leng Xiyue responded with a smile, "This 'God of Wine' truly understands the art of enjoyment."
Yun Dan continued, "However, in our vast world, there is another figure whose understanding of wine is completely the opposite of that of the 'God of Wine'."
He's the famous Old Li, known as "the man who can drink a thousand cups without getting drunk."
Upon hearing this, Leng Xiyue's curiosity was immediately piqued.
He quickly pressed on, "Oh? So what's so special about this old man Li?"
Yun Dan slowly explained, "Old Li has an unwritten rule when it comes to drinking: he absolutely never drinks wine that has been left overnight."
He said that leftover wine, like leftover tea, has changed in taste, and drinking it could easily cause diarrhea or stomach pain.
After hearing this, Leng Xiyue sighed and said, "It seems that this old man Li is really a man of principle."
This shows that the people in our community who enjoy drinking are truly diverse, each with their own unique characteristics.