Baijiu brands are conquering the world, with Chinese labels now accounting for almost 70 percent of global brand value in spirits. What can luxury learn? Image credit: Wuliangye Six of the world’s most valuable spirits brands are Chinese
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Baijiu brands are conquering the world, with Chinese labels now accounting for almost 70 percent of global brand value in spirits. What can luxury learn? Image credit: Wuliangye 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