What are the etiquette of drinking in China? How is it formed?

Wine is a kind of culture, which has been paid attention to in Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties, especially in modern times. Wine can present an atmosphere, be active and elegant, celebrate birthdays, welcome guests, entertain friends, treat guests, be mixed, be indispensable and always shine. Help yourself, eat and drink. Okay, I'll go first. Another example is the familiar sentences of wine, wine, wine and good friends.

If there is no wine, where is the language of these modern and incisive wines? Inheriting wine culture is the same as inheriting other similar cultures.

From pre-Qin dynasty to Han dynasty, wine is still very secular and practical in people's eyes. In the Western Han Dynasty, some people said that "Shu Ren thought drinking was a courtesy for gentlemen", implying that drinking was a pleasure, while the upper class took it as a courtesy, which contained a set of rituals and certain implications.

The traditional culture of China is greatly influenced by Confucianism, which is regarded as the orthodox view of governing the country and keeping the country safe, and the customs and manners of wine are also influenced by Confucianism. For example, the Confucian "wine virtue" can be found in the Historical Records and the Book of Songs, and it is mentioned that drinking can only be done when offering sacrifices; Usually drink less and save money; It is forbidden to gather people to drink alcohol; Alcoholism and other regulations are prohibited.

There are specific rules for understanding the drinking process. When the host and guests drink together, they should bow to each other. When the younger generation asks for a drink in front of their elders, they usually bow first and then sit in the second seat. The elders say that the younger generation can drink, so raise a glass; The elder hasn't finished the wine in the cup, so the younger generation can't drink it first. Between the host and the guest, the host will propose a toast (reward) to the guest, and the guest will reciprocate (say strong) and say a few words of toast. A toast between guests is called a reward, and vice versa. Both sides should "avoid seats" and stand up.

Another reason is that wine is closely combined with folk customs in the development process, such as agricultural festivals, weddings, funerals, birthdays, celebrations, welcoming guests, etc., and wine has become the central substance. It is a ritual event in itself, so drinking naturally has some rituals. I think, especially in some areas with good wine, only drinking can express the feelings of the host and guest.

As the saying goes, no wine is a gift, no wine is a custom, and these activities are less dependent on wine.