When the World Raises its Glass: The Weight of the IWSC Since its inception in 1969, the IWSC (International Wine & Spirit Competition) has been the world’s most respected wine competition, known as the “Oscars” of the wine world. Professional judges from around the world rigorously judge wines through blind tastings, awarding gold, silver, and bronze medals to the most outstanding entries. Winning this prestigious award means a wine not only receives recognition locally but also shines on the global stage. Taiwan’s local culture creates world-class wines This year, Shr Ba Niang Biotechnology Co., Ltd. presents six of its products…

The story of a drink begins with winter frost. That winter was unusually cold, with sleet pelting the old plum tree and disrupting the family’s rhythm of life.The entire plum orchard’s harvest was lost. Father stood beneath the old plum tree left by great-grandfather, gazing at the sparse fruit, his eyes holding unspeakable tears. He didn’t complain or say much, just left earlier and came home later.He always believed one thing—the land will not disappoint those who work hard. After the frost and snow, in the spring cold, mother discovered a glimmer of hope on the branches.Though few, the plums…