China Brewing (北京中酿杂志社), operated under the Beijing Zhongniang Magazine Agency, is a prominent professional publishing institution dedicated to the brewing, fermentation, and beverage industry in China. Headquartered in Beijing, the magazine serves as an authoritative source of scientific, technical, and market information for researchers, industry professionals, and enterprises in the fields of brewing, food science, and bioengineering.
Core Business and Specialization
The core business of China Brewing is the publication of a peer-reviewed academic journal, also titled China Brewing, which focuses on scientific advancements, technological innovations, and industrial applications in:
- Beer brewing
- Baijiu and traditional Chinese liquor
- Fermented beverages
- Food biotechnology
- Equipment and process engineering in brewing
- Microbial research and fermentation systems
China Brewing is recognized for fostering academic-industry exchange and supporting technological modernization across the brewing and fermentation sectors in China.
Publishing and Service Offerings
China Brewing provides a comprehensive range of publishing and academic services including:
- Monthly Journal Publication (ISSN: 0254-5071)
- Research Paper Reviews and Editorial Services
- Academic Conferences and Brewing Technology Seminars
- Industry Surveys and Technical Reports
- Special Issues on Brewing Equipment, Yeast Strains, and Clean Label Ingredients
- Online Content Portal offering access to archives and scientific resources
Its journal publishes original research articles, reviews, case studies, and industry commentary, and it is indexed in Chinese core journal databases including CNKI (China National Knowledge Infrastructure) and Wanfang Data.
Target Audience
China Brewing serves a specialized and academic readership that includes:
- Food and Beverage Scientists
- Brewmasters and Fermentation Technologists
- Academic Researchers in Microbiology and Bioengineering
- University Departments and Graduate Students
- R&D Teams from Brewing and Food Enterprises
- Industry Policymakers and Regulatory Experts
The journal acts as a key technical resource for both academic and applied innovation within the brewing and fermented beverage sectors.
Capabilities
As a national-level technical journal, China Brewing offers:
- Double-blind peer review process
- Editorial board composed of leading researchers and professors
- Access to thousands of research publications dating back decades
- Annual brewing technology symposiums and publishing awards
It also provides collaboration opportunities for institutional publishing, research funding agencies, and industrial sponsors in the beverage space.
Certifications and Academic Recognition
- Recognized by the China Association for Science and Technology (CAST)
- Listed in the China Academic Journals (CAJ) Excellence Project
- Frequently cited in academic dissertations and industry white papers
- Collaborates with China Alcoholic Drinks Association and Fermentation Engineering Societies
The journal is considered a Tier 1 scientific publication in the niche of brewing and fermentation in China.
Industry Engagement and Knowledge Dissemination
- Hosts China Brewing Annual Forum, gathering top scientists and corporate R&D heads
- Supported by national research institutes and university departments
- Publishes research sponsored by enterprises such as Tsingtao Brewery, Yanjing Beer, Luzhou Laojiao, and COFCO
- Provides insight into fermentation equipment trends, raw material innovations, and sustainability in brewing
Digital and Distribution Channels
While primarily distributed in print to institutional subscribers, the journal has expanded its digital presence through:
- Its official website: chinabrewing.net.cn
- Partner platforms: CNKI, VIP Journals, and Wanfang
- Submission and archive access portals for contributors and subscribers
The journal reaches hundreds of academic institutions and commercial R&D centers annually, with growing online engagement from young researchers and technologists.
China Brewing (北京中酿杂志社) remains a cornerstone of scientific publishing and industrial dialogue for China’s brewing and fermentation industries, playing a pivotal role in bridging academic research with applied production technologies.