Beijing Local Specialties | Authentic Souvenirs List

北京烤鸭（真空礼盒）｜Peking Duck (Vacuum-Sealed Gift Box)
- Highlights：Crispy skin, tender meat, comes with thin pancakes, sweet bean sauce and scallions; easy to carry and store
- Recommended Brand：Quanjude, Bianyifang
- Where to Buy：Flagship stores at Qianmen Street, major shopping malls, airport duty-free shops, Tmall flagship storeTip：Reheat in oven for 10 mins at 180°C for the best taste

北京稻香村糕点（京八件）｜Beijing Daoxiangcun Pastries (Beijing Eight Treasures)
- Highlights：Classic varieties include Jujube Flower Pastry, Hawthorn Pie, Ox Tongue Cake; delicate shape, rich flavor, perfect gift box
- Recommended Brand：Beijing Daoxiangcun (authentic with three-he grain logo)
- Where to Buy：Qianmen flagship store, major supermarkets, official online stores

六必居酱菜｜Liubiju Preserved Vegetables
- Highlights：Nearly 600 years of history; classic items like Sesame Shredded Vegetables, Eight-Treasure Vegetables; not too salty, crispy and tasty
- Recommended Brand：Liubiju
- Where to Buy：Qianmen Street flagship store, time-honored grocery stores
- Tip：Glass jar packaging; avoid direct sunlight

月盛斋酱牛肉｜Yueshengzhai Braised Beef
- Highlights：Intangible cultural heritage craft, braised in old soup; rich sauce flavor, tender meat without being tough
- Recommended Brand：Yueshengzhai
- Where to Buy：Niujie Street, specialty food stores
- Tip：Refrigerate after opening; consume within 3 days

红螺食品果脯 / 茯苓夹饼｜Hongluo Preserved Fruits/Poria Cocos Cakes
- Highlights：Traditional imperial snacks; preserved fruits are sweet and sour; Poria cakes are paper-thin, melt in mouth
- Recommended Brand：Hongluo Food
- Where to Buy：Supermarkets, tourist souvenir shops, online e-commerce platforms
- Tip：Independent small packaging, easy to share

张一元茉莉花茶｜Zhang Yiyuan Jasmine Tea
- Highlights：Century-old tea house, national intangible cultural heritage; fresh and long-lasting fragrance, mellow taste
- Recommended Brand：Zhang Yiyuan
- Where to Buy：Qianmen flagship store, major tea shops, official flagship store
- Tip：Store in airtight tin can, away from light and moisture
怀柔板栗 / 密云金丝小枣｜Huairou Chestnuts/Miyun Golden Silk Dates
- Highlights：Plump chestnuts with glutinous and sweet taste; jujubes with bright red color, small pit and thick flesh
- Where to Buy：Local farmers’ markets in Huairou/Miyun, supermarkets
- Tip：Dried chestnuts and dates have a long shelf life; suitable for snacks and cooking
牛栏山 / 红星二锅头｜Niulanshan/Hongxing Erguotou Liquor
- Highlights：Iconic Beijing Baijiu; clean and refreshing flavor, high cost performance
- Recommended Brand：Niulanshan, Hongxing
- Where to Buy：Supermarkets, wine and tobacco stores
- Tip：Check duty-free and customs regulations when taking it abroad
北京秋梨膏｜Beijing Pear Syrup
- Highlights：Traditional medicinal food; made from autumn pears, honey and herbs; moistens throat and relieves dryness
- Where to Buy：Time-honored pharmacies, supermarkets
- Tip：Avoid high temperature; suitable for autumn and winter

景泰蓝（铜胎掐丝珐琅）｜Cloisonné (Copper Body Filigree Enamel)
- Highlights：National intangible cultural heritage of Beijing; bright colors, exquisite craftsmanship; decorative and collectible value
- Where to Buy：Beijing Enamel Factory, Palace Museum Cultural and Creative Store
- Tip：Choose products with official certificates for collection

北京兔儿爷｜Beijing Rabbit God Figurines
- Highlights：Traditional clay sculpture with colorful painting; lovely shape, symbolizes good luck and prosperity; available in figurines, blind boxes, fridge magnets
- Where to Buy：Qianmen Street, temple fairs, cultural and creative shops
- Tip：Small fridge magnets are light and easy to carry

内联升千层底布鞋｜Neiliansheng Thousand-Layer Sole Cloth Shoes
- Highlights：Century-old brand; hand-sewn soles, comfortable and breathable; retro and practical
- Recommended Brand：Neiliansheng
- Where to Buy：Flagship store at Qianmen Street
- Tip：Choose the right size; hand wash gently

Authenticity Check：For time-honored brands, check the official logo (e.g., Daoxiangcun’s three-he grain mark) to avoid fakes.（真伪鉴别：老字号认准官方标识，如稻香村认准三禾标志，避免买到仿冒品）
Storage & Transportation：Vacuum-packed foods, tin-packed tea, and hard craft boxes are the best choices for long-distance travel.（储存运输：真空包装食品、铁罐茶叶、硬质工艺礼盒，最适合长途旅行携带）
Customs Reminder：Liquor, food, and crafts should comply with the import and export regulations of the destination country.（海关提示：酒类、食品、工艺品需符合目的地国家的出入境规定）

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