10 Drunkest Countries in Asia

9. China

Per Capita Consumption of Alcohol: 5.73 liters

China has a long history of alcohol consumption, with baijiu being the most consumed liquor in the East Asian country. For those who are unfamiliar, baijiu is a vast category of clear yet complex spirits that has played a prominent role in China’s drinking culture since the Ming Dynasty. Baijiu is most commonly distilled from sorghum, although other grains – including rice, wheat, corn, and millet – pop up in proprietary blends throughout the country.

Last year, consumers in China guzzled through $91 billion worth of baijiu, making it the world’s most-consumed spirit. However, the potent potable remains less well-known outside the nation.